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The Embassy of Rwanda |
Contact
Address: Jaagerstrasse, 67-69, 10117 Berlin, Germany
Tel.: (+49) 30 2091 6590
Fax: (+49) 302 091 6595 9
E-mail: info-ambaberlin@minaffet.gov.rw
The Ambassador
H.E. Igor Cesar
His Excellency Igor Cesar has served as the Ambassador of the Republic of Rwanda to the Federal Republic of Germany since 27 August 2015. A seasoned diplomat and development strategist, Ambassador Cesar brings to his post extensive experience across international relations, strategic planning, immigration, and business development, both in North America and Rwanda.
Ambassador Cesar began his professional career in Canada, where he worked from 1999 to 2004 as a Research Consultant for Donlevy and Associates, Barristers and Solicitors, in Saskatoon. During this time, he also co-founded Ubuntu Edmonton, a community-based organization where he has served as National and International Liaison Officer since 2004. His early career also included leadership in the private sector, serving as President and Vice-President of MA Architect Cesar and Cesar Ltd (1998–2005) in Edmonton.
Between 2005 and 2006, he held concurrent roles as Strategic Planner and Immigration Coordinator for the French Canadian Association of Alberta (A.C.F.A.). He later took on the role of Executive Director and Development Officer at the Federation of Franco-Albertan Seniors (FAFA) between 2011 and 2012, supporting senior citizens within Alberta’s Francophone community.
Ambassador Cesar returned to Rwanda in 2012 to lead regional investment and development initiatives. He served as CEO and Development Officer for the Western Province Investment Corporation (WESPIC LTD), focusing on tourism and agribusiness, and later became Managing Director of Kivu Marina Bay Ltd in Rusizi, continuing his work in the tourism and agro-business sectors.
He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Alberta (1994–1999) and has pursued graduate studies in a Master of Arts program at the same university since 2010.
Ambassador Cesar is multilingual and fluent in French, English, German, Swahili, Kirundi, and Kinyarwanda.
Born on 13 January 1968, he brings to his diplomatic role a unique blend of global perspective, business acumen, and a deep commitment to sustainable development.
History
Diplomatic relations between Rwanda and Germany were first established in 1962 and ties between the two countries are based on trust and good faith. Both countries have embassies, based in Kigali and Berlin. In terms of economic cooperation, Germany provides strong support to Rwanda.
Key areas of cooperation include decentralisation and sustainable economic development, with a focus on the promotion of the private sector as well as vocational training. On people-to-people relationships, the partnership between the residents of Rhineland-Palatinate and Rwandan citizens has existed for over 32 years.
