“More than a decade ago, the Transform Africa Summit was launched in Kigali. Back then, a digital revolution was unfolding globally. The opportunities ahead of us were clear: to invest in broadband, and use connectivity as a springboard to develop more competitively. The commitments we made at the beginning of this journey still stand, and with the support of our partners, we are making steady progress. The only difference, is that today we must contend with a more complex and intertwined world, where the evolution of cutting-edge technology, is happening at a much faster pace. Artificial intelligence, the theme of this year’s conversation, is a case in point. For Africa, success will not only depend on how quickly we deploy this new tool, but also on which problems we choose to apply it to. Those tailored to our context and development needs, will bring the maximum gains to our human capital. For Rwanda alone, artificial intelligence is expected to contribute 5% to our GDP, bringing innovation and expertise to healthcare, education, and agriculture, among other sectors.” President Kagame joined his host, President Mamadi Doumbouya of Guinea, for the opening of the 2025 Transform Africa Summit.