“Self-reliance is in many aspects, it’s not just in technology and different systems. Self-reliance goes into other areas, even of governance. In Rwanda there are so many things we have done in areas of governance and service delivery, some people will wonder whether we don’t have more resources than we are known for. How does a poor country get to be here? That is delivered by that mindset of self-reliance. Do whatever you can within your means, there are people who have the means and they can’t deliver. In fact, some people have a lot, in terms of means and they don’t deliver much. It’s a question of how do you want to approach the problem, it doesn’t matter the size. Rwanda is not by any standard a big country, we are one of the smallest countries in the world but that does not stop us looking around for what we can do within our means, and doing it.” President Kagame | Press Conference

This evening in Salzburg, President Kagame attended the 2026 @UEFA Super Cup, bringing together two Visit Rwanda partners: Paris Saint-Germain @PSG_inside, the reigning UEFA Champions League winners, and Aston Villa @AVFCOfficial, the UEFA Europa League winners and Visit Rwanda’s newest football partner.

“What shaped the RPF struggle, is its history and the conviction that ‘there are things I deserve, and you must give them to me.’ People may use different methods, but the principle is the same. Giving me my rights is not something I should have to beg for, kneel for, or fight you for. We will have a fight, no question about it. I can’t beg anybody. I do not expect anybody to give me my right as a favor. No.” Chairman Kagame | 17th RPF Congress

“This conflict has lasted for thirty years. We have seen countless mediation efforts, but none succeeded in resolving the underlying issues. President Trump introduced a new and effective dynamism, that created the space for breakthroughs. His approach is even-handed, never taking sides. More importantly, President Trump’s approach is pragmatic. The process has not become an end in itself. It is up to us, in Africa, working with our partners, to consolidate and expand this peace. There will be ups and downs on the road ahead, there is no doubt about it. Rwanda will not be found wanting. I assure you of that. Our only objective is, and has always been, for our country to be safe and secure, after having endured so much tragedy. We now only want to look forward, in confident expectation of a prosperous and stable future.” President Kagame | Signing Ceremony of the Washington Accord for Peace and Prosperity.

“The true test of our progress, will be how we execute and scale these projects to create measurable outcomes. As always, collaboration between governments, industries, academia and development partners, will create a stronger momentum for Africa to prosper in the digital economy. Every delay takes away Africa’s credibility, and every fulfilled commitment, accelerates delivery on the ground. Let’s continue working together.” Earlier today in Conakry, President Kagame chaired the 12th Smart Africa Board Meeting to discuss key priorities including artificial intelligence and the ongoing work of the Smart Africa Alliance. #TAS2025