President Paul Kagame greets thousands of women during the celebration of the International Women's Day at BK Arena on Friday, March 8. Photo by Village Urugwiro
President Paul Kagame on Friday joined First Lady Jeannette Kagame and thousands of women for the celebration of the International Women's Day at BK Arena.
This year's ceremony was held under the theme 'Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress’.
The colorful event brought together thousands of women in different sectors across the country to reflect on women's contribution to national development across sectors, mentioning that the progress made so far was enabled by different policies and laws that advanced gender equality and accelerated women in different leadership positions.
In his remarks, Kagame said that in Rwanda women have made commendable contributions in the three-decade journey of rebuilding the country. He however added that they possess more untapped potential that can be leveraged to take the country further in terms of development.
Below is a pictorial to highlight the atmosphere of the celebrations through different angles.
The colorful event brought together thousands of women in different sectors across the country.
This year's ceremony was held under the theme 'Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress’.
First Lady Jeannette Kagame and thousands of women during the celebration of the International Women's Day at BK Arena.
Beatrice Dushimimana recounts her entrepreneurial journey from a humble beginning to winning a tender bid worth Rwf300 million to supply schools in Burera, Kamonyi, and Muhanga districts.
The 2024 International Women's Day Celebrations took place on Friday, March 8 at BK Arena.
Bellancille Nyiramajyambere, President of the National Women Council, noted that this is a day to reflect on women's contribution to national development across sectors and collectively work towards the country's vision 2050.
Former Miss Rwanda beauty queens Naomie Nishimwe (2020) and Divine Nshuti Muheto (2022) attended the International Women's Day celebrations at BK Arena.
Musician Odda Paccy takes pictures during the event.
Col Stella Uwineza gives a testimony on her military journey to thousands of participants, during the celebration of International Women’s Day, on March 8. Col Uwineza is a member of the Rwanda Air Force – a branch of the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF). Col Uwineza is among seven women who were promoted to the rank of Colonel – from Lieutenant Colonel, on December 19, 2023.
IWD is a day to reflect on women's contribution to national development across sectors
Over 7000 people from across the country gathered at BK Arena to celebrate the International Women’s Day.
Over 7000 people from across the country gathered at BK Arena to celebrate the International Women’s Day.
President Kagame delivers remarks during the ceremony. Kagame said that from liberating the country in 1994 with their presence on the battlefield, women have contributed to economic development of the country but most importantly restoring the essence of a Rwandan family.
Participants were celebrating Rwanda's achievements in women's empowerment.
President Kagame addressing delegates during the celebrations of the International Women's Day at BK Arena
President Paul Kagame greets thousands of women during the celebration of the International Women's Day at BK Arena on Friday, March 8. Photo by Village Urugwiro
Participants celebrating the International Women's Day
This year's ceremony was held under the theme 'Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress’.
The event featured various women who took the stage to share their development journey and commitment towards the country’s development.
President Kagame and First Lady pose for a photo with representatives of women at the event.