National Public Prosecution Authority
NPPA
Summary
The National Public Prosecution Authority (NPPA), established under Organic Law N°30/2013, has constitutional authority to direct criminal investigations and prosecute all criminal cases in Rwanda, including those involving Rwanda National Police officers and Rwanda Correctional Service staff. The Prosecutor General supervises RIB dossiers on officer misconduct and decides whether to bring charges; a successful prosecution results in binding criminal sanction and removal from office. The NPPA is not a civilian body and is appointed by the President; it co-investigates use-of-force incidents alongside the Rwanda Investigation Bureau.
Independence Scorecard
| Appointment | Executive appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 5 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Organic Law on the National Public Prosecution Authority
- Citation
- Organic Law N°30/2013 of 24/05/2013
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Exercises prosecutorial oversight over criminal investigations including those involving Rwanda National Police officers and Rwanda Correctional Service staff; supervises the Rwanda Investigation Bureau's dossiers; brings criminal cases against officers for use-of-force and corruption offences.