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U.S. Embassy Kigali Celebrates 250 Years of American Excellence 
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Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary

Come Join US in Celebrating Our History

On July 4, 2026, America will celebrate 250 years of independence. Come celebrate with us.

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Attending FIFA World Cup 2026™

FIFA World Cup 2026™ will showcase the beauty, greatness, and dynamism of America. Plan your visit to the United States.

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John Armiger
Chargé d’Affaires, a.i.
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Emily White
Acting Deputy Chief of Mission
John Armiger
Chargé d’Affaires, a.i.
John became Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. at the U.S. Embassy in Kigali, Rwanda on January 14, 2026. He began his assignment as Deputy Chief of Mission on August 3, 2024.
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Emily White
Acting Deputy Chief of Mission
Emily White serves as the Acting Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in Rwanda, having previously held the role of Political and Economic Chief. 
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John Armiger
Chargé d’Affaires, a.i.
Emily, Acting Deputy Chief of Mission, standing in front of the U.S. flag
Emily White
Acting Deputy Chief of Mission
Donald J. Trump
President of the United States
JD Vance
Vice President of the United States
Marco Rubio
U.S. Secretary of State
Donald J. Trump
President of the United States
Donald J. Trump serves as the 47th President of the United States. He also served as the 45th.
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JD Vance
Vice President of the United States
JD Vance serves as the 50th Vice President of the United States.
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Marco Rubio
U.S. Secretary of State
Marco Rubio serves as the 72nd United States Secretary of State.
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Donald J. Trump
President of the United States
Donald J. Trump
President of the United States
Donald J. Trump serves as the 47th President of the United States. He also served as the 45th.
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JD Vance
Vice President of the United States
JD Vance
Vice President of the United States
JD Vance serves as the 50th Vice President of the United States.
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Marco Rubio
U.S. Secretary of State
Marco Rubio
U.S. Secretary of State
Marco Rubio serves as the 72nd United States Secretary of State.
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