Apostle Paul Gitwaza, the senior pastor at Zion Temple (C), and Dodo Twahirwa, CEO of Jali Transport (R) during the 29th annual National Prayer Breakfast at Kigali Convention Centre on Sunday, January 14.The annual event brought together government officials, private sector leaders, diplomats, and senior religious leaders, among others. All photos by Olivier Mugwiza
President Paul Kagame, on Sunday, January 14, joined government officials, private sector leaders, diplomats, and senior religious leaders, among others, at the 29th annual National Prayer Breakfast held at Kigali Convention Centre.
The prayer breakfast, an annual event organised by Rwanda Leaders Fellowship (RLF) that seeks to instill Godly values in leadership, was held under the theme: "Serving God’s people for lasting change,” serving as an opportunity to thank God for the past achievements and pray for the nation’s progress.
The New Times' photographer Olivier Mugwiza captured some highlights.
Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente interacts with a delegate at the 29th annual National Prayer Breakfast held at Kigali Convention Centre.
The event was held under the theme: "Serving God’s people for lasting change”.
Thierry Murangira, the Spokesperson of Rwanda Investigation Bureau (L) interacts with some delegates at the 29th annual National Prayer Breakfast held at Kigali Convention Centre on Sunday, January 14. All Photos by Olivier Mugwiza
Jean-Damascène Bizimana, Minister of National Unity and Civic Engagement (R) interacts with Charles Murigande at the event at Kigali Convention Centre.
Abdallah Utumatwishima, the Minister of Youth and Arts (C) chats with Mufti of Rwanda, Sheikh Salim Hitimana.
Reverend Canon Antoine Rutayisire interacts with the Secretary General of RPF Inkotanyi, Wellars Gasamagera.
Some delegates at the 29th annual National Prayer Breakfast held at Kigali Convention Centre.
Pastor Alain Numa (R) chats with other delegates at the event.
The event was held under the theme: "Serving God’s people for lasting change”.
Chorale Hoziyana from ADEPR Nyarugenge, praising God during the Prayer Breakfast on Sunday
Apostle Paul Gitwaza, the senior pastor at Zion Temple (C), speaks to Dodo Twahirwa, CEO of Jali Transport (R), during the event.
The event was held under the theme: "Serving God’s people for lasting change”.
Some delegates during the event. The prayer was held under the theme: "Serving God’s people for lasting change”.
The 29th annual National Prayer Breakfast brought together government officials, private sector leaders, diplomats, and senior religious leaders among others.
Thierry Murangira, the Spokesperson of RIB (L) at the 29th annual National Prayer Breakfast held at Kigali Convention Centre.
Apostle Paul Gitwaza, the senior pastor at Zion Temple (C), and Dodo Twahirwa, CEO of Jali Transport (R) during the 29th annual National Prayer Breakfast at Kigali Convention Centre on Sunday, January 14.The annual event brought together government officials, private sector leaders, diplomats, and senior religious leaders, among others. All photos by Olivier Mugwiza
The Inspector General of Police (IGP) Felix Namuhoranye during the event
Archbishop of the Anglican Church of Rwanda Laurent Mbanda was among religious leaders who attended the prayer on Sunday.
The Minister of State in charge of Regional Cooperation, General (rtd) James Kabarebe and former Chief Justice Prof Sam Rugege at the 29th annual National Prayer Breakfast held at Kigali Convention Centre.
Speaker of Parliament Donatille Mukabalisa during the 29th annual National Prayer Breakfast held at Kigali Convention Centre.
Reverend Canon Antoine Rutayisire speaks at the 29th annual National Prayer Breakfast held at the Kigali Convention Centre.
The Prayer Breakfast was held under the theme: "Serving God’s people for lasting change".
Tom Close, the Director of the Regional Centre for Blood Transfusion and his wife with Kina Music boss Clement Ishimwe during the event
Chorale Hoziyana gives praise during the prayer breakfast that was organised by Rwanda Leaders Fellowship (RLF).
Chief Executive Officer of Rwanda Governance Board (RGB), Usta Kayitesi at the event.
Senate President François Xavier Kalinda interacts with other delegates at the event.
Singer Dorcas Ingabire, a member of Chorale Hoziyana, during the praise and worship session.
Delegates at the 29th annual National Prayer Breakfast at Kigali Convention Centre on Sunday, January 14.
The 29th annual National Prayer Breakfast brought together government officials, private sector leaders, diplomats, and senior religious leaders, among others.
President Paul Kagame addresses delegates at the 29th annual National Prayer Breakfast at the Kigali Convention Centre on Sunday, January 14.
The prayer breakfast, an annual event is organised by Rwanda Leaders Fellowship (RLF).
President Paul Kagame addresses delegates at the 29th annual National Prayer Breakfast on Sunday, January 14.
In his remarks, Kagame told government officials, private sector leaders, diplomats, and senior religious leaders that Rwandans should own their development through choices they make and refuse global inequality and imposition.
The event was held under the theme: "Serving God’s people for lasting change”.
Delegates at the 29th annual National Prayer Breakfast at Kigali Convention Centre on Sunday, January 14.
Chorale Hoziyana gives praise during the prayer breakfast that was organised by Rwanda Leaders Fellowship (RLF).
President Kagame and senior delegates pose for a group photo at the 29th annual National Prayer Breakfast at Kigali Convention Centre on Sunday, January 14.