Stephanie Nyombayire

Day 3 of #CHOGM2026 in Antigua and Barbuda.

President Kagame also met with Prime Minister Godwin Friday of St. Vincent and the Grenadines and Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini of Eswatini. #CHOGM2026

This morning at the National Performing Arts Centre in St. John’s, President Kagame joined host Prime Minister Gaston Browne of Antigua, His Majesty King Charles III, Commonwealth Heads of State and Government and international dignitaries for the official Opening Ceremony of #CHOGM2026.

Yesterday afternoon, President Kagame arrived in St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda, where he is attending the 28th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). Later in the evening, President Kagame joined Commonwealth Heads of State and Government and invited dignitaries for the Ceremonial Parade marking the 45th Anniversary of Antigua and Barbuda’s Independence. #CHOGM2026

President Kagame arrived in Antigua and Barbuda for #CHOGM2026, where he began his visit with the country’s 45th Independence Day Ceremonial Parade.

“We must educate people that if any project, irrespective of size, is feasible and looks profitable, the other problems to deal with are much simpler. That also calls for the integration of the markets, that’s why there is integration in our region, to make sure that the market grows in that regard. It is not just a small project in a small country but rather, a viable project in a growing market beyond the place where it is. Certainly there have to be policies, there have to be institutions that allow this to happen and that is the responsibility of any government. So we insist on governance and growing strength of institutions and making sure there is a connection between the public and private sectors.” President Kagame President Kagame joined Prime Minister Andrew Holness of Jamaica and Samoa’s Deputy Prime Minister Mulipola Anarosa Ale Molioʻo for a high-level panel on unlocking the Commonwealth’s potential and shaping a better future for its people. #CHOGM2026

On the sidelines of #CHOGM2026, President Kagame met with Prime Minister Andrew Holness of Jamaica. The two leaders discussed the longstanding bilateral cooperation between Rwanda and Jamaica and the way forward in expanding collaboration in areas of mutual interest, including health, defence and tourism, among others. President Kagame later met with Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO). They discussed Rwanda’s ongoing partnership with the WTO and the importance of boosting regional trade and investment to achieve sustainable development outcomes.

President Kagame joined Heads of Government and senior business leaders for a reception hosted by His Majesty King Charles III, following the conclusion of this year’s Commonwealth Leaders and CEO Investment Summit. #CHOGM2026

Day 2 of #CHOGM2026 in Antigua and Barbuda.

President Kagame met with his host President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal as he concluded his visit to the country, where he attended the opening of the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics.

President Kagame met with his host, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, in Dakar. They discussed regional and global issues, key sectors of bilateral cooperation as well as Africa's growing role as a host of major sporting events. President Faye then saw President Kagame off at Léopold Sédar Senghor Military Airport. During his visit, President Kagame attended the Opening Ceremony of the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, the first Olympic event ever held on African soil.

This evening at Abdoulaye Wade Stadium, President Kagame joined his host, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal, and other Heads of State for the Opening Ceremony of the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games. The first Olympic event held on the African continent, the Games bring together approximately 2,700 young athletes aged 15 to 17, competing across 25 sports, with 153 medal events. #YouthOlympics

This afternoon, President Kagame arrived in Dakar, Senegal, where he was received by Senegalese Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo at Léopold Sédar Senghor Military Airport. Later in the evening, the President will join his host, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, and other leaders for the Opening Ceremony of the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games at Abdoulaye Wade Stadium.

“It is simply to remind ourselves that, wherever we are, the responsibilities we have are not just about ourselves. What we do affects many other people. When we do things well, they benefit. When we do things badly, they also suffer the consequences. That is what I always want to remind everyone of.” President Kagame | Swearing-in of New Senior Officials.

“As time goes by, as one year ends and another begins, whether we are continuing with responsibilities we already have or taking on new ones, what is most important is that we take it upon ourselves to reflect and assess how we have been doing things. How well have we carried out our responsibilities in the past? And as we take on new ones, how much more effort do we need to put in to do better? But this applies to everyone. Those taking the oath today, those who took the oath before and have other responsibilities, and even those outside government who are doing something for the country or for themselves. This is an opportunity for all of us to reflect and constantly seek ways to do better, and to do things as they should be done.” President Kagame | Swearing-in of New Senior Officials.

“We are looking at Rwanda in the context of the continent. This is what young Africans deserve. We have to make sure that what we are saying translates into realities that we want our people to benefit from.” President Kagame #f1 #africangp

This afternoon, following the announcement of the Formula 1 African Grand Prix to take place in Rwanda, President Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame hosted a luncheon, where they were joined by @fia President Mohammed Ben Sulayem, @F1 President Stefano Domenicali, key private sector leaders on the continent and partners from the motorsports community.