Dr. Mugabo PatrickInternational Vice President Africa & Chair of the Africa forum

“I am committed to advancing logistics and transport as a force for sustainable growth, stronger economies and greater opportunity across Africa.”

Rwanda

Patrick Mugabo is the Chief Executive Officer of Value Group, a dynamic and fast-growing organisation driving innovation in logistics, supply chain, and sustainable energy solutions across the region. With over 15 years of experience in executive leadership, operational transformation, and strategic growth, Patrick is recognised as a leading force in advancing Africa’s economic resilience and infrastructure.

At Value Group, Patrick leads with a clear vision to transform supply chain and logistics in Rwanda and beyond, fostering efficiency, transparency, and scalability. Under his leadership, the company has strengthened its market presence, secured strategic partnerships, and delivered impactful solutions that align with Rwanda’s national development goals.

Before joining Value Group, Patrick served as Chief Operations Officer at Engie Energy Access. There, he played a key role in the company’s transformation and profitability.

Patrick is also served as the President of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Rwanda, where he has led professional growth initiatives and expanded the membership base significantly. His efforts helped position Kigali as the host of the 2023 and 2025 CILT Africa Forums, reinforcing Rwanda’s leadership in logistics and transport.

An educator and mentor at heart, Patrick lectures postgraduate classes in logistics and procurement at the University of Kigali and is passionate about nurturing the next generation of industry leaders.

He holds multiple master’s degrees (Supply chain management, Project management, Advanced transport technologies) from globally recognised institutions, including MIT, as well as a doctorate in Supply Chain Management. A Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (FCILT) and a Certified International Procurement Consultant (CIPC), Patrick is fluent in English, French, and Kinyarwanda, with working knowledge of Swahili.

Patrick Mugabo is a values-driven leader committed to excellence, sustainable development, and empowering communities through transformative logistics and energy solutions.