This morning, Minister of State @KabarebeJames received Hon. Bakary Yaou Sangaré, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Cooperation and Nigeriens Abroad of the Republic of Niger, who delivered a special message and exchanged on bilateral matters of mutual interest.
Minister @onduhungirehe is in the Commonwealth of Australia for a working visit.
He will hold bilateral meetings and attend the Australian Leadership Retreat, convened under the theme “Integrated Strategic Investment”.
The Australian Leadership Retreat is a high level event bringing together leaders from government, business, and civil society.
In his closing address, Prime Minister Dr. Nsengiyumva highlighted the essence of Itorero as a culturally rooted, homegrown solution that has played a pivotal role in Rwanda’s transformation following the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.
He urged Indangamirwa graduates to become catalysts for Rwanda’s sustainable development, with a focus on improving the well-being of citizens and addressing the persistent challenges to socio-economic growth.
The Prime Minister encouraged them to embody the Rwandan spirit and serve as proud ambassadors of the nation. In this spirit, he called on them to uphold core Rwandan values such as honesty, loyalty, transparency, and the fight against corruption and injustice.
He also advised the youth to desist from indulging into harmful and risky behaviors, including immorality, drug abuse, and alcoholism, that could jeopardize their future aspirations.
Rwanda rejects the false accusations made in the recent statement of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR).
Read full statement: https://t.co/ARhRynVIdH
The Senate passed the law approving the ratification of the peace agreement between the #DRC and #Rwanda.
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Sena yatoye itegeko ryemera kwemeza burundu amasezerano y’amahoro hagati ya Republika Iharanira Demokarasi ya Congo na Repubulika y’u Rwanda.
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The Minister of State for Regional Integration at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Gen (Rtd) James Kabarebe, is addressing participants of Itorero #Indangamirwa15 on the history of the Liberation Struggle and the role of youth in sustaining Rwanda's achievements and building a better future.
He underscored that the success of the Rwandan Patriotic Army (RPA) was rooted in values of patriotism, discipline, focus, and a firm commitment to clear objectives, stressing that these same values remain essential, as the country relies on its young generation to carry forward the legacy of liberation and actively shape Rwanda’s continued development.
“I remember we were here at the beginning of this, and the way it has been growing day by day, year by year, is very impressive. And it has had impact in the lives of these young people and others who are not here.” President Kagame | Giants of Africa Camp - Club Rafiki.
“This cabinet reflects a deliberate choice: to empower young people. You are educated, exposed, and aware of our history, so why act like nothing happened?
You should stop blaming others. You have been given the opportunity to lead, use it. Reject the mindset of dependence and complaint. True change starts with self-awareness, values, and belief in your own ability to shape the future.” President Kagame | Swearing-in of Cabinet Members and Officials
“There are those who have given up, resigned to the idea that Rwandans, and Africans, are destined to remain poor, divided, and forever waiting for someone to come and save us.
I am not referring here to spiritual beliefs or divine salvation. I am talking about people, those whom we call “partners," who sit with us at the table and are expected to lift us out of our struggles. This “savior mentality” is one of the biggest problems we must uproot from our society.
We must start with ourselves. With what we are capable of. And we must do it to the best of our ability, clearly knowing where we come from and where we want to go.
Others can help, but that help only matters if you are already moving in the direction of your goals. They will not pick you up and carry you to where you want to be. In fact, they don’t even want to. And if you didn’t know, let me tell you now: they benefit from keeping you where you are.” President Kagame | Swearing-in of Cabinet Members and other Officials.
“The level of disrespect Rwandans and Africans face daily is staggering. But we must ask ourselves: why do we tolerate it? What do we lack to reject it?
It’s as if we only do what’s right when we are told to. That mindset has to change. We are not here to serve others’ interests - we serve our people.
In today’s world, you choose your battles wisely. And these; our dignity, our responsibilities - are battles worth fighting.
We cannot remain the same Rwandans, the same Africans, we were 100 or even 50 years ago. We must evolve.” President Kagame | Swearing-in of Cabinet Members and Officials
“Giving you these responsibilities has its own weight. First of all, it stems from your capacity, knowledge, and your willingness to fulfill them. You must have the will, you must understand what you are going to do, and you must have the ability to do it.
There are certain roles that people are given because others have seen potential or ability in them. That is recognition that comes from the outside. But how you carry out those responsibilities - how much ownership and commitment you bring, and whether you see the task as something greater than yourself, as something that concerns the whole country - that cannot be given to you by others. It must come from within you. The way you apply what you bring from the inside, that is entirely up to you.” President Kagame | Swearing-in of Cabinet Members and Other Officials.
President Kagame arrived at Parliament where he presided over the swearing-in of Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Justin Nsengiyumva as well as cabinet members, including newly appointed Ministers of Environment and Local Government, and Ministers of State of Infrastructure and Agriculture.
Nyakubahwa Paul Kagame, Perezida wa Repubulika, amaze gushyiraho Abaminisitiri, Abanyamabanga ba Leta n’abandi Bayobozi Bakuru.
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His Excellency Paul Kagame, President of the Republic of Rwanda, has today appointed Ministers, Ministers of State and other Senior Officials.
“Remember this whole journey, remember your responsibilities, individually and collectively, and do yourselves and your nation proud.” President Kagame | #Kwibohora31 Reception.
“We reached an agreement in Washington, D.C. but implementation doesn’t happen in Washington. It’s up to those who signed the agreement to follow through.
History shows that people don’t always do what they commit to. If the FDLR is not dealt with as agreed, the problem remains - and Rwanda will always do what it must when the FDLR threatens our borders.
There’s no magic solution. Just the responsibility to do what’s right. Rwanda has been clear, honest, and committed to fulfilling its part of the deal - together with others.” President Kagame | #Kwibohora31
“Our struggle as a country has always been guided by values. The rules we follow and the choices we make are grounded in those values - ones that unite us and ensure no one is left behind because of their background.
We also believe in aiming high. If we are human beings like others, why should we settle for less? Why limit what we can achieve when we have the ability to rise? Our mindset is what determines whether we rise - or sink.
Unity is another core value. We’ve seen what happens when it’s absent. That’s why we must bring everyone along and define together what is best for us.
But we don’t exist in isolation. No country is an island. We must stay connected to the world - but that starts with being grounded in who we are: our people, our politics, our foundation.
Before reaching out, we must get things right where we are anchored. That’s how we gain strength - and that’s how we are embraced by others.
This is not a one-time decision. It’s an ongoing process. We must constantly reflect, examine our values, and adjust our rules and choices to fit the moment and the future we are building.” President Kagame | #Kwibohora31
“Ordinarily, how do all of you, me and others, how do people want to account for people's personal health? Is there an exception, by the way, in this world? Well, first of all, there is nobody who lives forever. Secondly, even for anybody's life, whether short or long, you have to manage all these issues as human beings.
Well, but when it comes to politics, maybe this is not taken into account. In fact, some of my personal health problems might originate from managing you people. Rest assured, it is me sitting here with you.” President Kagame | #Kwibohora31