President Paul Kagame, Mathilde Mukantabana, Rwanda's Ambassador to the United States ,Yehoyada Mbangukira, President, U.S. Rwandan Community Abroad applaud for young dancers during Rwanda Day in Washington DC. All photos by Village Urugwiro
President Paul Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame, on Saturday, February 3, joined over 6,000 delegates during the 11th edition of Rwanda Day themed: "Rwanda: A Legacy of Inclusiveness within and beyond Our Borders,” in Washington D.C.
The event brought together Rwandans and friends of Rwanda living abroad to reflect on the country’s development and different avenues through which they can make their contributions.
The event included a "Meet the President” session where members of the Diaspora and friends of Rwanda engaged with the President, expressing gratitude, posing questions, and offering suggestions aligned with the country's development agenda.
Below are some of the highlights in pictures.
The 11th edition of Rwanda Day themed: "Rwanda: A Legacy of Inclusiveness within and beyond Our Borders,” in Washington D.C.
Rwandans, as well as friends of Rwanda, courted in Washington DC for the eleventh edition of the Rwanda Day
Yolande Makolo, the Spokesperson of the Rwandan government(L) and local artistes Bruce Melodie
The 11th edition of Rwanda Day was attended by many friends of Rwanda
In Washington DC, over 6,000 participants came together to reflect on Rwanda’s development and different avenues through which they can make contributions.
On Saturday, February 3, Washington D.C. of the United States was a beehive of activity as thousands of Rwandans and friends of Rwanda descended on the US capital to attend the glamorous Rwanda Day.
On Saturday, Washington D.C. of the United States was a beehive of activity as thousands of Rwandans and friends of Rwanda descended on the US capital to attend the glamorous Rwanda Day.
Some of participants pose for a photo at the venue in Washington DC. Apart from thousands of delegates who attended the event in USA, thousands followed the event on radio and TV as well as on online platforms.
Delegates arrive at the venue for Rwanda Day gathering on Saturday, February 3. President Kagame challenged them to pick keen interest in events back home and actively participate towards the development of the country.
Some delegates pose for a photo. Washington D.C. of the United States was a beehive of activity as thousands of Rwandans and friends of Rwanda descended on the US capital to attend the glamorous Rwanda Day.
Rwanda Day is an opportunity for Rwandans in the diaspora to get to know what is happening back home and interface with the business community to know the available opportunities for them in the country.
Two delegates interact at a mini exhibition that was set to showcase different made in Rwanda products at the venue in Washington DC.
Rwandan artiste Ruti Joel was among singers who entertained the audience
Rwanda Day, which was held for the 11th time, is an event that brings together Rwandan communities abroad and national leaders from the political class, the private sector and civil society among others.
Celebrated singer and songwriter Bruce Melodie entertaining the event. While speaking on a panel discussion Melodie praised President Kagame "for his visionary leadership” that has seen the entertainment industry in Rwanda grow to higher scenes.
Some participants pose for a photo at the venue.
Celebrated singer and songwriter Bruce Melodie during his performance during Rwanda Day
The 11th edition of Rwanda Day held in Washington D.C.
Teta Diana performing during the event.
First Lady Jeannette Kagame greets Amb. Jendayi Frazer, Hoover Institution, Stanford University, at Rwanda Day event.
Kitoko, Joel Ruti and Intore Masamba attended Rwanda Day in Washington D.C.
Rwanda Day in Washington DC was mainly attended by Rwandans in diaspora from USA and Canada, and others who travelled from Rwanda to join them, on Saturday, February 3
(L-R) The Minister of Youth and Arts, Dr Abdallah Utumatwishima, Amb. Jendayi Frazer, Hoover Institution, Stanford University, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Dr Vincent Biruta on a panel discussion. Courtesy
The 11th edition of Rwanda Day, and the first since 2019, attracted more than 6,000 participants from North America, Rwanda and beyond.
Children performing some Rwanda traditional songs during the event
Giants of Africa co-founder, Masai Ujiri, speaks on a panel discussion
Rwanda Development Board Deputy CEO, Nelly with friends of Rwanda who attended the 11th edition of Rwanda Day.
First Lady Jeannette Kagame with other delegates at Rwanda Day. President Paul Kagame alongside First Lady Jeannette Kagame graced the ceremony, which had not happened in the last four years.
Kagame watching an amazing performance of a traditional ballet composed by young dancers during Rwanda Day.
President Paul Kagame, Mathilde Mukantabana, Rwanda's Ambassador to the United States ,Yehoyada Mbangukira, President, U.S. Rwandan Community Abroad during Rwanda Day in Washington DC. All photos by Village Urugwiro
The 11th edition of Rwanda Day themed: "Rwanda: A Legacy of Inclusiveness within and beyond Our Borders,”
Rwanda Day aims to reflect on the country’s development and different avenues through which Rwandans in diaspora can make their contributions.
Some members of a traditional ballet during their performance
Over 6000 delegates attended the 11th edition of Rwanda Day. This national event is an opportunity for Rwandans in the diaspora to get to know what is happening back home and interface with the business community to know the available opportunities for them in the country.
President Paul Kagame urged the Rwandan Diaspora to stay connected with the country and make choices that take Rwanda to the place it deserves to be.
The event brought together more than 6,000 Rwandans and friends of Rwanda living abroad.
President Paul Kagame, Mathilde Mukantabana, Rwanda's Ambassador to the United States ,Yehoyada Mbangukira, President, U.S. Rwandan Community Abroad during Rwanda Day in Washington DC. All photos by Village Urugwiro
Rwanda DAY 2024 attracted more than 6,000 participants from North America, Rwanda and beyond. President Kagame challenged them to pick keen interest in events back home and actively participate towards the development of the country.
Rwandans, as well as friends of Rwanda, courted in Washington DC for the eleventh edition of the Rwanda Day
Rwanda is an opportunity for Rwandans in the diaspora to get to know what is happening back home and interface with the business community to know the available opportunities for them in the country.
Participants had the opportunity to interact with President Kagame during the event.
President Paul Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame pose for a photo with a traditional ballet that performed during Rwanda Day, on Saturday, February 3,