RwandAir, Rwanda's national airline, has received an Airbus A330-200 aircraft in August and is planning to add four more of the same model by the end of 2026. This expansion is part of the airline's strategy to strengthen its network from Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, and explore new destinations in Europe and East Asia. While no specific routes have been officially announced, the airline aims to increase its presence on international routes. Reuben Mbonye, RwandAir's interim commercial director, said the airline is focusing on growth in Europe and East Asia, but he did not reveal details about the exact cities, flight frequencies, or launch dates. The A330-200 is already used for long-haul flights, and the new aircraft will provide more flexibility to improve existing services before launching any new destinations. This expansion aligns with a strategy outlined in 2024 by general director Yvonne Makolo, which includes increasing the number of aircraft and streamlining the fleet around fewer aircraft types. Currently, RwandAir operates flights from Kigali to Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle, which began in April 2023, and to London. The new aircraft may allow the airline to consolidate its existing services before launching new destinations, though no increase in flight frequency to Paris or other locations has been confirmed. RwandAir also aims to make Kigali a transfer hub connecting African cities with intercontinental destinations, a goal linked to the development of the Bugesera International Airport. The airport's first phase is expected to open in 2028 and will have a capacity of seven million passengers annually. To expand its reach, RwandAir has entered into code-sharing agreements with other airlines. A 2021 agreement with Qatar Airways allows passengers to connect through Doha, and in June 2026, the airline announced a code-sharing and interline partnership with EgyptAir. Reuters reported that an A330 previously used by Qatar Airways has joined RwandAir, and qualified pilots are being offered short-term voluntary detachments to work with the Rwandan carrier. This cooperation comes as Qatar Airways retires its last passenger A330s. In May 2026, RwandAir also launched the RISE program, a 24-month initiative for young Rwandan graduates, offering them rotations in commercial, technical, financial, and operational roles. The airline already operates a Boeing 737 converted into a cargo aircraft and is involved in an export corridor connecting Nigeria to markets in East and Southern Africa.