Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, he was welcomed by Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, Dr. Vincent Biruta.

The development was officially announced by Rwanda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation.

During his stay, President Kiir is slated to engage in discussions with his Rwandan counterpart, President Paul Kagame.

The agenda for these talks includes enhancing bilateral ties and addressing regional concerns, signaling a step towards strengthening cooperation within the EAC.

This visit gained particular importance in the wake of Burundi’s decision to seal its borders with Rwanda on January 11, 2024.

This move has sparked worries regarding the escalating tensions among EAC member states.

In an effort to mitigate these concerns, EAC Secretary-General Dr. Peter Mathuki met with President Kiir in Juba, the capital of South Sudan, to formulate a strategy aimed at resolving the current disputes. This plan emphasizes the need for dialogue with all concerned parties.

President Kiir, demonstrating proactive diplomacy, expressed his plans to dispatch envoys to the involved countries as a preliminary step before his proposed visits.

Barring any unforeseen changes, Kiir’s diplomatic tour is expected to extend to Burundi and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

The President of South Sudan and the current Chairperson of the East African Community (EAC), Salva Kiir Mayardit, embarked on an official visit to Rwanda on February 22, 2024.

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, Salva Kiir was welcomed by Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, Dr. Vincent Biruta.