Kagame in Crisis: Former Spy Turned PM, Nsengiyumva, Reveals Rwanda’s Political Breakdown

Описание: On July 23, 2025, Rwandan President Paul Kagame appointed Justin Nsengiyumva as the new prime minister, replacing Édouard Ngirente, who served since 2017. This unexpected reshuffle has sparked debate about Kagame’s leadership strategy, revealing a regime increasingly driven by paranoia and control. Nsengiyumva, a former deputy governor of the National Bank of Rwanda with a PhD in economics, has a controversial past, allegedly serving as an intelligence operative who infiltrated the opposition Rwanda National Congress (RNC) while posing as a refugee in the UK. His appointment is seen as a reward for loyalty, reflecting Kagame’s reliance on trusted allies to maintain power amid domestic and regional challenges. Ngirente, a technocrat, oversaw Rwanda’s economic growth, but his abrupt exit and Nsengiyumva’s rise suggest a shift toward prioritizing security over policy innovation. Rwanda’s economic progress, with GDP per capita rising from $128 in 1994 to over $1,000 by 2025, contrasts with criticisms of authoritarianism, human rights abuses, and regional tensions, particularly with the DRC over alleged support for M23 rebels. Nsengiyumva’s tenure will test his ability to balance Kagame’s vision with public expectations, as Rwanda pursues its ambitious Vision 2050 goals.

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