Rwanda in India

The Official Twitter handle of the High Commission of Rwanda to India.

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

This afternoon at Urugwiro Village, President Kagame received Daniel Libeskind, Founder and Principal Architect of Studio Libeskind; Nina Libeskind, Co-founder of Studio Libeskind; Stefan Blach, Partner at Studio Libeskind; and Holm Keller, Chairman of the kENUP Foundation. They discussed plans for the new National Genocide Monument at the current Kigali Genocide Memorial, envisioned as a powerful space for remembrance, education and reflection through cutting-edge technology and a deeply immersive, personal experience.

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

President Kagame also met with a Mastercard Foundation delegation led by Zein Abdalla, Chairman of the Board, accompanied by former President of Liberia, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, and other Board and leadership members. They discussed the Foundation’s partnership with Rwanda and ways to further expand opportunities for young people through skills development, entrepreneurship, job creation, and innovation.

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

This afternoon at Urugwiro Village, President Kagame met with Garreth Wood, Chairman of The Wood Foundation, and David Knoop, CEO of The Wood Foundation Africa. Their discussions focused on the Foundation’s longstanding partnership with Rwanda, including its investments in the tea sector, as well as the work of Kids Operating Room, the global health charity co-founded by Garreth and Nicola Wood to expand access to safe pediatric surgery.

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

“When you see someone give himself so fully that he is even ready to lose his life, then serving the country at the level we have reached today, compared to that kind of sacrifice, should really not be too much for us.” President Kagame | Swearing-in Ceremony of New Government Officials.

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

This afternoon at Urugwiro Village, President Kagame received Hon. Amb. Stephen Mbundi, Secretary-General of the East African Community @jumuiya. Discussions focused on Rwanda's continued commitment to regional integration.

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

This afternoon at Urugwiro Village, President Kagame is presiding over the swearing-in ceremony for the newly appointed Minister of Infrastructure, Minister of Trade and Industry, and Ministers of State in the Ministry of Infrastructure, and other recently appointed officials across various government institutions. Follow live: https://t.co/nBBDhyivJw

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

“Air connectivity, at its core, is about Africa’s ability to act collectively and obtain concrete results. For decades, we have spoken about integration, trade and free movement. We know what has to be done. We just have to do it.” President Kagame | African Air Transport Convention & Expo 2026

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

“A single market works best, when rules and standards are predictable and consistent across jurisdictions. The institutions mandated to lead this work already exist, and they deserve our support. The same principle applies to visa policies.

In Rwanda, we removed this particular barrier because we wanted people to visit, connect and discover opportunities. And as we know, it is just the right thing to do. We saw stronger business activity, increased tourism, and expanded air links.

Experience, therefore, shows us that openness and cooperation are powerful drivers of development. No single region has unlocked its potential, while remaining fragmented. Air connectivity opens immense opportunities and possibilities.” President Kagame | African Air Transport Convention & Expo 2026

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

President Kagame also welcomed Hon. Shirley Botchwey, Secretary-General of the Commonwealth @SGCommonwealth, who is in Rwanda on a working visit. They held constructive discussions on strengthening cooperation between Rwanda and the Commonwealth, and the forthcoming CHOGM 2026.

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

This afternoon at Urugwiro Village, President Kagame received Amb. Johan Borgstam, European Union Special Representative (EUSR) for the Great Lakes Region. Their discussions covered regional developments, including the need for concrete action to address the root causes of the conflict in eastern DRC and advance a sustainable path to peace and stability.

[Rwanda in India @RwandainIndia]

Today, O/Cdts Fils Niyikiza and Elie Ndagijimana were among decorated Officers for having successfully completed training at the Indian Military Academy @IMA_IndianArmy. Committed to upholding RDF values and serve with discipline, integrity and hard work @RwandaMoD @RwandaMFA

[Rwanda in India @RwandainIndia]

Rwanda-India military cooperation: Witnessing the Passing Out Parade of 158 Regular, 141 Technical Graduate, 47 TES & 56 SCO Courses. Congratulations to RDF O/Cdts Elie Ndagijimana and Fils Niyikiza @RwandaMoD @RwandaMFA @IMA_IndianArmy

[ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY @adgpi]

Ahead of the Passing Out Parade on 13 June 2026, Foreign Officer Cadet from Rwanda reflects on his time at the Indian Military Academy, where rigorous military instruction, discipline and perseverance have prepared him to serve as an officer in the Rwanda Defence Force.

His experience at IMA highlights the enduring partnership between India and Rwanda and the shared commitment of both nations towards developing future military leaders dedicated to service and excellence.

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[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

Today at the Rwanda Defence Force Command and Staff College in Nyakinama, President Kagame presides over the Rwanda Defence Force Senior Command and Staff Course Intake 14 Graduation Ceremony. Follow live: https://t.co/JJqPPRCe4o

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

Today at Urugwiro Village, President Kagame received a delegation of 19 members of the Young Presidents' Organization (YPO) and their spouses, led by Rogelio Romero, Chapter Representative of YPO Gold Panama and CEO of Concretex Panama. YPO is a global leadership community, connecting over 38,000 business leaders across over 130 countries. The Panama Chapter brings together senior executives from prominent Panamanian firms and investment groups.

Discussions centred on Rwanda's transformation, the growing entrepreneurship ecosystem as well as opportunities for business and economic partnership between Rwanda and Panama.

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

This afternoon at Urugwiro Village, President Kagame chaired a Cabinet meeting, focused on the implementation of policies advancing the country’s development agenda.

[Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Int'l Cooperation @RwandaMFA]

Statement on Remarks by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio at House Hearing.

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[Rwanda Ministry of Defence @RwandaMoD]

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF), General MK Mubarakh, today received a delegation of students and faculty members from India’s National Defence College at RDF Headquarters. The visit forms part of the delegation’s week-long study tour of Rwanda, which commenced on 1 June 2026.https://t.co/dfmCk39fqD
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Umugaba Mukuru w’Ingabo z’u Rwanda, General MK Mubarakh, uyu munsi yakiriye itsinda rigizwe n’abanyeshuri n’abarimu bo mu Ishuri Rikuru rya Gisirikare ryo mu Buhinde ku cyicaro gikuru cy’Ingabo z’u Rwanda.  Bari mu rugendoshuri rw’icyumweru mu Rwanda, rwatangiye ku wa 1 Kamena 2026.https://t.co/mgdbNt0qML

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

“Confronting historical responsibilities requires real courage, because it generates fierce opposition by those with a case to answer. You need a strong sense of humanity to see it through. President Macron, I want to commend you on both counts: courage and humanity.

You acknowledged that France could have stopped the genocide, but did not. In response, I described your words as something more valuable than an apology: namely, the truth. This door was first opened by President Nicolas Sarkozy, and I wish to commend him today.

The Genocide against the Tutsi was foreseeable, and in fact foreseen, and France was in a unique position to observe and to act. It took too long for France to come to terms with its role, causing additional pain. And on some points, we still have not found consensus. I fully understand the feelings of those survivors and advocates, who remain dissatisfied with the official record. But I believe that our common work has initiated a journey towards truth, which is irreversible.

And France was not alone in falling short, far from it. Many other countries did so as well, but none has gone as far as France in setting the record straight and accepting its part in the tragedy.” President Kagame | Inauguration of Monument in Paris honouring the victims of the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi.

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

“The memorial before us is powerful, because it sets the truth in stone and protects it from the heartlessness of time, by instructing the living. It is not a validation, because none is needed. But it will stand as a mark of respect for the dignity of Rwandans and our history.” President Kagame | Inauguration of Monument in Paris honouring the victims of the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi.