Rwanda’s national digital government platform, IremboGov (www.irembo.gov.rw), has won one of the world’s most prestigious public-sector innovation awards, cementing the country’s reputation as a global leader in digital governance.

The platform was named Best Government Service in the World at the GovTech Prize 2026, announced during the World Governments Summit currently underway in Dubai.

The award ceremony was attended by John Mirenge, Rwanda’s Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, and Estelle Kayitesi, Senior Manager for Policy and Partnerships at Irembo, who represented the platform’s leadership team.

The award was presented during the Government Services Forum by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, underscoring the high-level recognition attached to the prize.

Organized by the Emirates Government Service Excellence Program under the UAE Prime Minister’s Office, the GovTech Prize recognizes government platforms that use technology to solve real problems, improve citizen trust, and respond to modern governance challenges.