Kigali, 25 September 2026 — The National Public Service Commission (NPSC) has strengthened its collaboration with the Centre for International Studies and Cooperation (CECI) through the signing of a cooperation agreement aimed at promoting gender equality and inclusion mainstreaming in Rwanda’s public service.

On Friday, 25 September 2026, the Acting Chairperson of the NPSC, Mr. Sebagabo Muhire Bernabé, together with the Executive Secretary of the Commission, Mrs. Angelina MUGANZA, received a CECI delegation, discussed areas of cooperation, and formalized their partnership. The partnership focuses on advancing gender equality and to promoting inclusive employment practices within the public service.

In his remarks, the Acting Chairperson thanked CECI for its partnership and reaffirmed the NPSC’s commitment to promote gender equality and to prevent discrimination against persons with disabilities in public employment.

Mr. Bernabé noted that some persons with disabilities continue to face barriers to employment too. He emphasized that the NPSC is committed to addressing these challenges through collaboration with CECI and other relevant partners, with the aim of ensuring equal employment opportunities for all.

The Executive Secretary of the NPSC, Mrs. Angelina MUGANZA, emphasized the need to address inequalities in the workplace and promote fairness and equal opportunities. She noted that strengthening equality and transparency in employment contributes to the prevention of favoritism and other forms of discrimination in the workplace.

Representing CECI, Mrs. Olive thanked the Commission for the warm reception and reaffirmed CECI’s commitment to implementing the cooperation agreement. She highlighted the importance of the partnership in contributing to a safe, inclusive, and supportive working environment where public servants can work with dignity and feel valued.