On October 27, 2026, the Office of the Prime Minister announced changes in various leadership positions, including the appointment of Bamporiki Edouard as the Secretary General of Unity Club Intwararumuri. The announcement was made by Prime Minister Dr. Nsengiyumva Justin on behalf of President Paul Kagame. Bamporiki replaces Uwacu Julienne, who was appointed as Minister of Public Service and Labour.
Bamporiki expressed his gratitude for the new role, stating that he will work hard to fulfill his responsibilities and not disappoint those who have confidence in him. In a message posted on his X account on October 27, 2026, Bamporiki said that he has received the new responsibility with humility and will strive to execute his duties diligently. He emphasized that he is aware of the trust placed in him and will work to maintain it.
Bamporiki has a long history in various sectors of Rwandan public life, including art, literature, politics, and governance. He previously served as a Member of Parliament and later as Secretary of State in the Ministry of Youth and Culture. However, on May 5, 2022, he was suspended from his position due to allegations of corruption.
In 2023, the High Court sentenced Bamporiki to five years in prison and a fine of 30 million Rwandan francs for crimes including embezzlement and using his official position for personal gain. However, in October 2024, President Paul Kagame granted him a presidential pardon, along with 32 other individuals.
Bamporiki's appointment as Secretary General of Unity Club Intwararumuri marks a new chapter in his career, following a period during which he was not in a government leadership position. He has expressed his commitment to working hard and not disappointing those who have placed their trust in him.
Other appointments announced on October 27, 2026, include Uwizeye Judith as Senator, Dr. Gashumba Diane as Ambassador to Spain, and Haguma Juan as Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation. These appointments reflect the ongoing efforts to reorganize and strengthen the country's leadership.
Bamporiki's new role comes with significant expectations, given his past experiences and the trust placed in him by President Kagame. As he assumes his new position, he will be expected to contribute to the effective functioning of Unity Club Intwararumuri and to work towards achieving its objectives.
Key points
- Bamporiki Edouard has been appointed as the Secretary General of Unity Club Intwararumuri.
- He has vowed to work hard and not disappoint those who have confidence in him.
- Bamporiki has a complex past, having been suspended, sentenced, and later pardoned for corruption-related crimes.
