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About the Rwanda Nordic‑Baltic Forum in Kigali - March 2026
Organized by Hills Connect Oy and Remode Oy, in collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of Rwanda to the Nordic Countries and Embassy of the Republic of Rwanda to the Baltic Countries with support of Rwanda Development Board (RDB), this high-level forum builds on longstanding partnerships in education, innovation, and sustainable development. Each partner brings unique strengths to drive meaningful collaboration between Rwanda and the Nordic–Baltic region.
In addition to high-level dialogue, the Forum integrates curated matchmaking sessions designed to connect policymakers, investors, institutions, and businesses around concrete trade, investment, and partnership opportunities.
We invite you to join us for a transformative experience where policy meets partnership, and ideas become impact.
Event ProgramPurpose:
Education
The Nordic–Baltic Forum fosters strong partnerships that enrich Rwanda’s education, skills development, and innovation while offering Nordic–Baltic institutions meaningful collaboration, knowledge exchange, and access to emerging markets and talents.
Sustainable Innovation
The forum fosters sustainable development and innovation by merging Rwanda’s dynamic ecosystem with Nordic–Baltic expertise in green practices and digital solutions, creating shared opportunities, stronger global impact, and accelerated progress.
Health & Life Sciences
Rwanda and the Nordic–Baltic region advance life sciences and technology to strengthen diagnosis, prevention, and treatment, emphasizing antimicrobial resistance, vaccines, clinical trials, innovation, and improved maternal and child health.
Trade & Investment
The Forum advances trade and investment partnerships by connecting Nordic–Baltic businesses and investors with Rwanda’s dynamic and fast-growing market. The Forum highlights sectors, incentives, and access, enabling sustainable partnerships
Discover the Visionary Leaders Speaking at Rwanda-Nordic Baltic Forum Event
Our forum features a distinguished lineup of industry leaders and innovators. These experts bring fresh perspectives on current trends, challenges, and opportunities. Each speaker will share valuable insights and actionable strategies to inspire and empower you. Explore their profiles below to learn more about their expertise and what they’ll present at this year’s forum. Don’t miss the chance to engage with these trailblazers driving the future of their industries.
Hon. Joseph Nsengimana
Minister — Ministry of Education (Rwanda)
H.E. Theresa Zitting
Finland Ambassador — Tanzania, Rwanda and the East African Community
Dr. Didas Kayihura Muganga
Vice Chancellor — University of Rwanda
Lydie Hakizimana
Honorary Consul — Republic of Latvia in Rwanda
Michelle Umurungi
Chief Investment Officer — Rwanda Development Board
H.E. Casper Stenger Jensen
Ambassador of Denmark to Rwanda
Therese Sekamana
Chairperson — Specialised Cluster Umbrella organization of Women, Youth and People with disabilities in Business
H.E. Dag Sjöögren
Swedish Ambassador to Rwanda
H.E. Tone Tinnes
Norwegian Ambassador — Tanzania, the Comoros, Rwanda, Burundi and Uganda
Fr. Dr. HAGENIMANA Fabien
Former Vice-Chancellor — INES Ruhengeri
Niloufar Gharavi
Secretary General — Euro Nordic Funding Alliance
Mo Ibrahim
Co-founder and CEO — IVS Health
Chantal Kayonga
CEO — GBS Growth Initiative (GBS GI)
M.A Zaman
Founder, Chairman and CEO — 6G AI Sweden
Dr. Jaakko Hallila
President & CEO — Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences
Dr. Anders Nordström
Advisor, Advocate, Activist, former Ambassador for Global Health — Karolinska Institutet
Dr. Turo Kilpeläinen
President & CEO — LAB University of Applied Sciences
Dr. Ghislain Maurice Norbert Isabwe
Associate Professor — University of Agder
Dr. Alan S Harris
Global SVP in R&D for Ferring pharmaceuticals
Dr. Chris Kyriakidis
CEO — gMendel