PICTORIAL: Inaugural Rwanda Youth Forum Dallas, Texas

President Paul Kagame accompanied by the First Lady, Mrs Jeannette Kagame, on Saturday called on Rwandan youth to carry forward the legacy of dignity that has helped put the country on the road to prosperity.

Monday, May 25, 2015
President Kagame shares a light moment with youth panelists Sandrine Irankunda (L) and Ephraim Rwamwenge at the Rwanda Youth Forum in Texas, US on Saturday. ( All photos by Village Urugwiro)

President Paul Kagame accompanied by the First Lady, Mrs Jeannette Kagame, on Saturday called on Rwandan youth to carry forward the legacy of dignity that has helped put the country on the road to prosperity.

 First Lady Jeannette Kagame with Foreign Affairs minister Louise Mushikiwabo (L) and Rwanda Ambassador to the US Mathilde Mukantabana (R) at the Rwanda Youth Forum

The President was speaking at the inaugural Rwanda Youth Forum, a gathering that brings together youth from across North America.

President Kagame with several youth panelists on panel titled "Owning the Future" moderated by former CNN journalist Zain Verjee (L).
Minister Mushikiwabo delivers opening remarks at the Rwanda Youth Forum on Saturday.
Local Government minister Francis Kaboneka speaks about what it means to "Stand on the Shoulders of Giants"  at the inaugural Rwanda Youth Forum in Dallas on Saturday.
Female traditional dancers entertain the audience during Rwanda Youth Forum.
Participants at the Rwanda Youth Forum follow President Kagame's address.
Dr Yohani Kayinamura speaks on "Leading tomorrow's change today."
Participants greet each other at the Rwanda Youth Forum.
 A participant asks President Kagame a question during the interactive session at the Rwanda Youth Forum.