“Rwanda and Botswana relate so well because we have a similar outlook on governance. We believe that lasting progress requires leadership that is purposeful, accountable, and centred on the well-being of our people.

This shared approach also shapes our broader aspirations for the continent.

Africa is not short of talent or ideas. What it has lacked, at times, is alignment between vision and execution. Countries like ours can help bridge this gap by working more closely together and delivering results.

At the end of the day, young people in Kigali, Gaborone, and elsewhere on the continent want the same thing: a fair chance to succeed, and to move forward in life.

It is our duty as leaders to create the conditions that make that possible.

This is precisely what we are working towards, and why visits like this matter.” President Kagame | State Banquet hosted by President Duma Boko of Botswana.