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High Commissioner of Rwanda to India, Ms Jacqueline Mukangira personally conveys to Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh an invitation from the Rwanda President to participate in 'Nuclear Energy Innovation Summit for Africa'

PRID2259388 MinistryDepartment of Atomic Energy Released9 May 2026 Reading9 min

Dr Jitendra Singh regrets inability to visit Rwanda personally but agrees to participate virtually India, Rwanda Discuss Cooperation in Nuclear Energy, AI and Emerging Technologies Posted On: 09 MAY 2026 5:15PM by PIB Delhi High Commissioner of Rwanda to India, Ms Jacqueline Mukangira called on Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and Minister of State for PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh today to personally convey to him an invitation to participation in the 'Nuclear Energy Innovation Summit for Africa' (NEISA 2026) scheduled to be held in Kigali, Rwanda, from 18–21 May 2026. Dr Jitendra Singh however regretted inability to visit Rwanda personally but agreed to participate virtually and address the designated session during the Summit. The invitation was extended on behalf of the Government of Rwanda, including Rwanda’s Minister of ICT and Innovation Hon. Paula Ingabire. NEISA 2026 is being organized at the Kigali Convention Centre in collaboration with leading international and regional institutions including the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), Nuclear Energy Agency, World Nuclear Association and regional financial institutions. The Summit is expected to bring together ministers, policymakers, scientists, innovators, industry leaders and strategic stakeholders to deliberate on nuclear energy innovation, AI integration, manufacturing ecosystems and future-ready energy partnerships for Africa. During the interaction, both sides discussed avenues for strengthening India-Rwanda cooperation in science and technology, innovation, atomic energy applications, digital capacity building and emerging technologies. Dr Jitendra Singh shared India’s growing global engagement in frontier sectors including nuclear energy, space technology, biotechnology, artificial intelligence and digital governance, driven by the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for technology-led inclusive development. The Rwandan delegation conveyed strong interest in India’s expanding scientific and technological capabilities and expressed keenness to deepen institutional partnerships with Indian ministries, scientific organizations and innovation platforms. Discussions also covered opportunities for collaboration in research, education, innovation ecosystems and capacity building initiatives between the two countries. The delegation also discussed the proposed session for Dr Jitendra Singh during the Summit focused on nuclear energy deployment, AI and manufacturing partnerships, along with modalities for virtual participation. The Minister said India attaches high importance to international cooperation in emerging and transformative technologies and remains committed to strengthening partnerships with countries of the Global South in areas of science, innovation and sustainable development. ***** NKR/AK/NM (Release ID: 2259388) Visitor Counter : 814 Read this release in: Urdu , हिन्दी , Gujarati , Tamil Department of Atomic Energy High Commissioner of Rwanda to India, Ms Jacqueline Mukangira personally conveys to Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh an invitation from the Rwanda President to participate in 'Nuclear Energy Innovation Summit for Africa' Dr Jitendra Singh regrets inability to visit Rwanda personally but agrees to participate virtually India, Rwanda Discuss Cooperation in Nuclear Energy, AI and Emerging Technologies Posted On: 09 MAY 2026 5:15PM by PIB Delhi High Commissioner of Rwanda to India, Ms Jacqueline Mukangira called on Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and Minister of State for PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh today to personally convey to him an invitation to participation in the 'Nuclear Energy Innovation Summit for Africa' (NEISA 2026) scheduled to be held in Kigali, Rwanda, from 18–21 May 2026. Dr Jitendra Singh however regretted inability to visit Rwanda personally but agreed to participate virtually and address the designated session during the Summit. The invitation was extended on behalf of the Government of Rwanda, including Rwanda’s Minister of ICT and Innovation Hon. Paula Ingabire. NEISA 2026 is being organized at the Kigali Convention Centre in collaboration with leading international and regional institutions including the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), Nuclear Energy Agency, World Nuclear Association and regional financial institutions. The Summit is expected to bring together ministers, policymakers, scientists, innovators, industry leaders and strategic stakeholders to deliberate on nuclear energy innovation, AI integration, manufacturing ecosystems and future-ready energy partnerships for Africa. During the interaction, both sides discussed avenues for strengthening India-Rwanda cooperation in science and technology, innovation, atomic energy applications, digital capacity building and emerging technologies. Dr Jitendra Singh shared India’s growing global engagement in frontier sectors including nuclear energy, space technology, biotechnology, artificial intelligence and digital governance, driven by the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for technology-led inclusive development. The Rwandan delegation conveyed strong interest in India’s expanding scientific and technological capabilities and expressed keenness to deepen institutional partnerships with Indian ministries, scientific organizations and innovation platforms. Discussions also covered opportunities for collaboration in research, education, innovation ecosystems and capacity building initiatives between the two countries. The delegation also discussed the proposed session for Dr Jitendra Singh during the Summit focused on nuclear energy deployment, AI and manufacturing partnerships, along with modalities for virtual participation. The Minister said India attaches high importance to international cooperation in emerging and transformative technologies and remains committed to strengthening partnerships with countries of the Global South in areas of science, innovation and sustainable development. ***** NKR/AK/NM (Release ID: 2259388) Dr Jitendra Singh regrets inability to visit Rwanda personally but agrees to participate virtually India, Rwanda Discuss Cooperation in Nuclear Energy, AI and Emerging Technologies " /> High Commissioner of Rwanda to India, Ms Jacqueline Mukangira called on Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and Minister of State for PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh today to personally convey to him an invitation to participation in the 'Nuclear Energy Innovation Summit for Africa' (NEISA 2026) scheduled to be held in Kigali, Rwanda, from 18–21 May 2026. Dr Jitendra Singh however regretted inability to visit Rwanda personally but agreed to participate virtually and address the designated session during the Summit. The invitation was extended on behalf of the Government of Rwanda, including Rwanda’s Minister of ICT and Innovation Hon. Paula Ingabire. NEISA 2026 is being organized at the Kigali Convention Centre in collaboration with leading international and regional institutions including the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), Nuclear Energy Agency, World Nuclear Association and regional financial institutions. The Summit is expected to bring together ministers, policymakers, scientists, innovators, industry leaders and strategic stakeholders to deliberate on nuclear energy innovation, AI integration, manufacturing ecosystems and future-ready energy partnerships for Africa. During the interaction, both sides discussed avenues for strengthening India-Rwanda cooperation in science and technology, innovation, atomic energy applications, digital capacity building and emerging technologies. Dr Jitendra Singh shared India’s growing global engagement in frontier sectors including nuclear energy, space technology, biotechnology, artificial intelligence and digital governance, driven by the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for technology-led inclusive development. The Rwandan delegation conveyed strong interest in India’s expanding scientific and technological capabilities and expressed keenness to deepen institutional partnerships with Indian ministries, scientific organizations and innovation platforms. Discussions also covered opportunities for collaboration in research, education, innovation ecosystems and capacity building initiatives between the two countries. The delegation also discussed the proposed session for Dr Jitendra Singh during the Summit focused on nuclear energy deployment, AI and manufacturing partnerships, along with modalities for virtual participation. 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