Rwanda – April 2025: In a significant step toward fostering international collaboration in the digital sphere, the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Rwanda have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focused on advancing cooperation in information and communication technology (ICT), digital economy development, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity.
The agreement was signed during the Global AI Summit on Africa, hosted in Rwanda, and was represented by Dr. Ali bin Amer Al Shidhani, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology of Oman, and Yves Iradukunda, Permanent Secretary at Rwanda’s Ministry of ICT and Innovation.
The MoU outlines strategic areas of cooperation including:
Cybersecurity and IT industry development
Joint research on AI, emerging technologies, and Internet of Things (IoT)
Workforce development in data protection
Exchange of expertise in government digital transformation
Collaboration in AI applications and advanced digital technologies
Promoting participation of private sectors and startups in innovation ecosystems
Commenting on the occasion, Dr. Al Shidhani stated:
“Honored to have signed, on behalf of the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology - Oman, an MoU with Rwanda’s Ministry of ICT & Innovation during the Global AI Summit on Africa. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to advancing collaborations in digital economy, AI, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies.”
He expressed his appreciation to Her Excellency Paula Ingabire, Minister of ICT & Innovation of Rwanda, and His Excellency Yves Iradukunda for their valuable partnership and expressed optimism about the fruitful opportunities this collaboration will bring for both nations.
This MoU represents a shared vision between Oman and Rwanda to create an inclusive and innovative digital future through mutual exchange, knowledge-sharing, and technological empowerment.
Source: Oman Ministry