Dinner with HRH
#Prince
William was a highlight of my life. His support for African conservation & the acknowledgment of frontline workers' bravery is a powerful call to action. Proud to be part of the Tusk Conservation Awards.
#Conservation
#ProtectOurWildlife
@KensingtonRoyal
TOP UP of my weekend was watching
#football
with President
@paulkagame
. I was delighted to find he is easily relatable: easy-going, passionate about family (esp granddaughter), his country’s wellbeing, & great conversation
He is even an
@arsenal
fan!
What’s there not to like?
What a beautifully hosted & successful
@CHOGM2022
summit. I felt really proud as an African to see
#Rwanda
winning again in these global streets. At a time when the world seems unrecognizable, we draw hope & inspiration from you. Murakoze cyane Pres.
@PaulKagame
& people of 🇷🇼
Fantastic meeting H.E. President
@PaulKagame
and senior government officials - we discussed opportunities to grow a new class of young entrepreneurs & closing the gap that is preventing Africa from emerging as a knowledge super power. Really honoured to have had the opportunity.
Three years ago today, I was honored to set foot in Rwanda—a poetic coincidence, as it's also HE
@PaulKagame
’s birthday. My time has aimed to elevate this remarkable nation. Happy Bday, Your Excellency! Lets celebrate more milestones together!
#LoveStoryRwanda
#HBDPresidentKagame
Just arrived at Kigali Airport and impressed by the new COVID-19 checks in place. Random PCR tests at the airport show Rwanda is proactively getting the data needed to stay ahead of the disease. Other countries, take note - this is how preparedness works!
#COVID19
@RBCRwanda
It was SO fantastic watching the
@Arsenal
v
@SouthamptonFC
match with H.E. President
@PaulKagame
. Great way to end a day inspired by young brilliant innovators
@HangaPitchFest
, to discussing issues with His Excellency. Thank u Mr President for honoring my request at short notice!
Deeply grateful to President
@PaulKagame
and the people of Rwanda. Your welcoming spirit has provided a home rich in dignity and inspiration for my family. Honoured to be part of Rwanda's transformative journey.
#GratefulHeart
#NewBeginnings
Today at Urugwiro Village, President Kagame received Maxwell Gomera
@GomeraM
, United Nations Development Program
@UNDP
Resident Representative, for a farewell audience as he ends his tour of duty.
🌟Honored to meet
@FirstLadyRwanda
. Her passion & commitment to empowering women in tech are truly inspiring. Her message resonated deeply: "It's time to level the playing field & get more women into tech." Let's break barriers, shatter glass ceilings & thrive together!
#IFF2023
Bidding farewell to Rwanda with a heart full of gratitude and a spirit enriched by its beauty and resilience. I hope my contributions have honoured the memory of my son and this nation's indomitable spirit. More reflections in my letter👇🏿
#FarewellRwanda
👇🏿
Today, President
@PaulKagame
launched
#IremeInvest
, a new green investment facility with an initial capitalisation over $100 million. ‘It is a significant milestone for 🇷🇼,’ he said. ‘Adapting to climate change requires big shifts in how we produce & consume goods.’
#COP27
Recently, I underwent surgery to fix an excruciating neurological disorder. That experience taught me a lot about life, & changed me.
I may not have always lived my life with honour. But intend to do the best I can to die with it.
I hope the same for you
#MakeItCount
! Watch👇🏿
In awe of
#EricMwizerwa
’s courage 💪🌟 A child who lost his family to genocide, he persevered & now holds a PhD, contributing to his country 🇷🇼 His strength gives life meaning. Let his story inspire the fight against genocide & genocide ideology.
#Survivor
#Resilience
#Kwibuka29
In Rwanda, 'nta photo, ntacyabaye!’- so here's the scoop: at today's UMUGANDA, even the
@WB_Rwanda
head got their hands dirty (literally)! It's not every day you see bankers trading spreadsheets 4 shovels. Gikondo Park's makeover? Coming soon, thanks to everyone's muddy efforts!
At
#CoP27
, the
@RwandaGov
pavilion is right next to
@UNDP
pavilion. I’m not saying it’s a match made in Rwaven😉. I’m not even saying go and take great selfies there. I’m just saying the two pavilions are the nicest and are making this CoP Rwandaful😊👇🏿.
#GreenRwanda
Very soon,
#Rwanda
will be winning in these streets. Today, 🇷🇼 is leading on a per capita basis. Very proud to be supporting Rwanda’s
#StartUp
ecosystem.
What an enriching meeting with H.E. President
@PaulKagame
! His visionary leadership & commitment to empowering Rwanda resonate deeply with our mission
@UNDP
. We're on a transformative path, fueled by innovation & a shared dedication to a sustainable future.
#RwandaForward
Fantastic vibe at opening of
@youthconnektaf
summit. Africa’s pathway to prosperity needs supercharging, with youth as an engine for growth. As leaders, we have one job to do: enable the best ideas to grow to scale. That is the basic bargain of any 21st century society.
Ran with
@MujaJeanne
, Hon Min of
@EnvironmentRw
, & I'm sure she's prepping for Olympics! Tackling climate change by day, crushing 5Ks by night, & even giving me jogging lessons? Looks like I'll stick to my day job (AKA trying to keep up with her energy levels!)
#KigaliNightRun
Is it just me or do these boxes look happier than I am? 📦😢 Saying goodbye to
#Rwanda
with a heavy heart and a truckload of memories. Next stop: South Africa! Ready to add some more spice to the rainbow nation.🌈🚚
#MaxOut
#FarewellRwanda
👇🏿
Dr
@nsanzimanasabin
’s talk on Rwanda's health sector is inspiring. Life expectancy has increased & malaria cases reduced by 81%. But non-communicable diseases are rising, so let's take action to promote healthy living & early detection. Together, we can create a healthier Rwanda!
Yesterday, I wrapped up the year’s last Kigali car-free day with a bang!🏃♂️And the streets were alive: Hit my stride with a 12km run. Ended with an impromptu Kinyarwanda dance lesson - turns out, I've got moves I didn't know about! Watch👇🏿🕺
#KigaliDance
#RunningAdventures
🎉Huge congrats to our multi-talented
#Uwase
for earning that 2nd Degree🎓!
@undp
loves seeing our stars grow & shine🌟Sure, he may have lost our dance battle💃🕺but today, he's the ultimate champ🏆! Thanks for making our office an even brighter place!
#TwoDegreesOfAwesome
🎬🎥
Celebrating Hon. Min
@MusoniPaula
, a visionary who's redefining tech leadership. Her work at
#Hanga
PitchFest &
#timbuktoo
shows an exceptional blend of tech acumen & political savvy. Belated happy birthday to a trailblazer empowering women & reshaping the global tech landscape!
They say save the best for last, & today's
#CarFree
run was epic! 11km run? Check. Volleyball with future champs? Check. Traditional dance moves? Nailed it! Even the city's movers & shakers joined the party. Check out the reel – it's Kigali at its most vibrant & joyful!🔊
#MaxOut
Day 1 with
@UNDPSouthAfrica
team & it's clear: we mean business, but we're not strangers to fun!🎉Like every South African we know 2morrow is worth every bit of our fight & faith.
#MaxOut
is taking a well-deserved nap because it's
#MaxIn
time in Mzansi! 💪Let's make magic happen!
The UNDP
#Mzansi
family is excited to welcome
@GomeraM
, growing our team with passion, new energy, and great expertise to deepen our support to the South African government in its development journey and achieving the
#SDGs
.
@UNDP_Rwanda
#MaxOut
can go to bed now, it’s
#MaxIn
🇿🇦!
Fantastic welcoming
@UN
Deputy Secretary General
@AminaJMohammed
to
#Rwanda
. Great conversation & exchange of ideas on strengthening Africa’s social capital, making our education more fit-for-purpose, and asserting our own stories and agency. Murakaza neza mu Rwanda Nyakubahwa!
So pleased to have written the foreword for the ‘Conservation Biology in Sub-Saharan Africa’ textbook’, the first open access conservation biology book freely available to African students. A brilliant resource. Highly recommend
Had a great meeting with Hon Min
@RwandaInfra
. Felt like the bureaucrat in my suit, while he rocked a
#MadeInRwanda
shirt! But we got down 2 business & are committed to 100% energy access by 2024. Doable. Together. Using new tech, carbon markets & unapologetic about our ambition!
Just smashed a 16.5 km run up and down the hills of Kigali like it was nothing! 🙌🏃♀️🏃♂️Ready to take on
@NyungweMarathon
this weekend like a pro. And of course, gotta save some energy for the victory dance 🕺💃🏆 Who's with me?
#CarFreeDay
Rwanda gives us reason to be hopeful. Together with the Govt of
#Rwanda
and Development Partners, we are working to ensure that the best ideas can come to the front, be heard and change the world. Happy 60th Anniversary
#RwandaInUN
👇🏿
Look who joined us
@Kwitaizina
here
@VolcanoesPark
to name a Gorilla - and also joining other legends here to welcome 20 new baby gorillas that joined the wonderful family of our closest relatives - the legendary
@didierdrogba
!
@ChelseaFC
My brother-in-law is on his first
#VisitRwanda
. He loved lunch at Radisson. Then today, I took him for dinner bites at
#Biryogo
car free zone in Nyamirambo. And OMG! What a great service and gastronomical delight!
Another pièce de résistance of Kigali meals. Thank YOU folks!
Just completed a 21km run, despite
@omardaair
’s outrageously fun party last night! Great start to the week, great way to end what’s been a cliffhanger month. Thanks to friends, colleagues, partners for all the achievements this month. Phenomenal. Let’s do this💪🏽
This is so beautiful, and human! The vast majority of people care about sustaining nature. Thank you
@DSWT
for enabling action. And making it fun!
We need more investments in nature. Have you herd? Enormous Elephant Run returns to Clapham Common |
President
@PaulKagame
's closing remarks at
#Umushyikirano2023
emphasized the need for action, urgency and collaboration to build a better
#Rwanda
. Let's work together, prioritize education, cleanliness, accountability and empowering young lives to create a brighter future for all
Are you a young, ambitious Rwandan ready to change the world? Look no further! We've just advertised several
#internship
opportunities. Join our team & take the first step towards a fulfilling career in the
#public
&
#private
sector. Apply now & let's make a difference together!
Thanks, team! Being called 'boss' was fun, but you're the real changemakers! As for
#MaxOut
, I’m embracing it fully: max-ing out on dances, adventures & all the good stuff ahead. You’re the real bosses!🌟
#OnToTheNext
and
#BossingItTogether
We bid farewell to
@GomeraM
, after 3+ years of valuable contribution to
@UNDP
🇷🇼 as our boss. The party was full of laughter, tears, hugs & dance. 🥂to a man who has not only inspired us but also empowered us! Grateful for the service & best wishes in upcoming adventures.
#MaxOut
Reflecting on
#Umushyikirano
, President Kagame's call to the youth is clear: embrace your role in Rwanda's future. With the majority being under 30, their energy and ideas are key to sustaining the nation's transformation.
#YouthEmpowerment
At today’s
#RPF
anniversary, Pres
@PaulKagame
emphasised the importance of working together to build a sustainable future 🤝🌍. We have the resources & capability to solve our problems 💪🏾 Let's heed his call for
#AfricanUnity
and fly towards a brighter future together 🚀🌟🦗
President
@PaulKagame
on
#carbon
credits: ‘We are not generating carbon credits so that others can continue to use coal. Developed countries must reduce their emissions faster...’
Indeed,
#CarbonCredits
and offsets are not a pass for more pollution.
Whose
#wildlife
? These r timely conversations
#Africa
has been viewed through foreign eyes, been invited to the table but still found itself ignored & been forced into a narrative which is not of its own
As Africans, we must determine whose story counts |Join
#AfricaTomorrow
👇🏿
Delighted that Gov of Zimbabwe will co-host Africa’s top
#WildlifeEconomy
meeting in May with
@UNEnvironment
and
@_AfricanUnion
at the magnificent Elephant Hills Hotel in Victoria Falls. Event will forge a New Deal for tourism, communities, business and Govts towards 2030
🌍Meet
@AkezaGermaine
, a young Rwandan leader championing climate action at
#COP28
. Her passion, leadership, and ability to craft compelling narratives is not just making
#Rwanda
proud, but inspiring a whole generation. We must empower more
#YouthInAction
for
#ClimateLeadership
17 yrs ago my mother left, but her love & wisdom still guides me. Today, I'm reminded to treasure time with loved ones and make them proud. Let's leave a legacy of love & good deeds.
#RIP
#family
#treasurethetime
👇🏿
Just when I thought I was getting ahead, I bump into Finance Minister
@richard_tusabe
at the gym! He's already run a marathon, lifted weights and solved the country's budget! What do they feed these finance ministers?! 😂 I'll stick to my 13km for now...
#fitfinance
What a way to start the week, by welcoming our freshest face! My brother
@ozonnia
fills
@FodeNdiaye9
’s big shoes. Thrilled to have yet another passionate & go-getter individual
@UNRwanda
. Look forward to working together. (And to fun golf ⛳️ lessons!)
Rwanda is the best country in the world, not in spite of its challenges, but because of how it has risen from them. We're not just making Rwandan coffee here; we're brewing futures. Let's continue to make waves and change tides.
#RwandaRising
#BrewingFutures
#ThreeYearsInRwanda
👇🏿
Profound and timely message from
@patorankingfire
to young people attending
@YouthConnektAf
summit. He shines light on urgent need for climate action. Through his work and music, Patoranking is helping define Africa’s ecological citizenship
“Climate change is not like a fiction story on TV, it is real.
I’d like to make the conversation about
#ClimateChange
and it’s impact on African communities bigger, also create more awareness around solutions that are coming from our ppl.”
-
@patorankingfire
#YouthConnekt2022
Every adventurer has a story. First time on a Moto and I've learned two things: 1. It's the VIP pass to dodge traffic. 2. The exhaust pipe is not a leg rest. 😅 Lesson learned, but hey, I'm officially a Moto-rider now! 🚴♂️💨
#AdventuresInKigali
We found time to ‘Buga’ - and really held it down! Shout out to Africa’s young people and talent. You’ve got this!
@UNDPAfrica
@YouthConnektAf
@YouthCultureRW
colleagues for making this happen!
The image of Africa as a giant sea of poverty with pockets of wealth is false and must be rejected. Africa is a giant sea of hope and prosperity, rich in natural resources and a vibrant youth. And yes, it also harbours pockets of poverty & corruption that must be dealt with.
"
#Africa
is not a continent of problems.
#Youth
are partners in our dvlpmt journey" -
@PaulKagame
There could be no better opening to Africa's largest youth summit.
As leaders, our duty is to create opps for them to have agency &build our future
#YouthConnekt2022
Congrats
@bizcotap
for presenting digital business card to Presidents
@EmmanuelMacron
🇫🇷 &
@PresidentABO
🇬🇦. Goodbye paper, hello saving trees!🌳 At
@UNDP
, we're proud to support you & other amazing young
#Rwandan
startups. Your innovation inspires us all to reach for the stars ✨
"Knowing what to do is not enough. We must implement the right actions. We often do nothing or do the wrong things. Let's focus on implementation to put Africa on the right pathway of transformation.
#RPF35thAnniversary
#AfricanTransformation
🌍💪" - Pres
@PaulKagame
Visited
@BRDbank
Daycare center today - blown away by CEO
@Ksayinzoga
&
#HappyHearts
' initiative to provide childcare in the workplace. Every CEO should follow their lead & invest in their people. Let's build more inclusive workplaces that support working parents!
#Leadership
Today,
@RwandaICT
launches
@HangaPitchFest
2021, an initiative that recognises the power of innovation alive in
#Rwanda
. Congrats to finalists. It’s exciting to see the rise of a new class of
#entrepreneurs
in Rwanda & across Africa.
@UNDP_Rwanda
is delighted to be a Lead Sponsor
Joining the incredible gathering at
#WomenDeliver2023
conf in Kigali, I'm reminded that fighting gender inequality requires us to challenge the very institutions that sustain them. Let's break free and create new pathways for equality!
#BreakTheCycle
#EqualOpportunities
If you work for
@UNDP_Rwanda
, you’ll enjoy a terrific team spirit. We’re building a strong workforce to help solve social problems & achieve great results. Oh and here is one more reason to join us: we have fun too👇🏿! Apply now to lead our Comms team .
What better way to celebrate
#AfricaDay
than with the news of -
@rwangombwajRW
, a shining star of
#Rwanda
, named among the top Central Bank Governors! His dedication to gender equality & financial inclusion fuels the African dream💪More: .
@CentralBankRw
If you ever wondered how determined, organised & next-level brilliant looks, say no more! She is mother to three children, is the CEO of
@YouthConnektAf
- the largest youth business forum in Africa. And today graduated with a PhD from
@UofMaryland
. Meet Dr.
@ouliechristy
👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Ever wonder what goes on during brain surgery? Well, I kept my eyes open (literally!) to tell the tale! 😂 Discover the lighter side of a nerve-wracking journey and why my surgeon is the best ever!
#NeuralgiaAwareness
#BrainHumour
🧠💡
‘We can’t allow the weight of our history 2 crush us’
@PaulKagame
Ppl of
#Rwanda
have suffered untold trauma & tragedy
While I’ve not lived ur pain, I hope I can travel with u as u seek a path to healing
Ur story is indeed an uplifting symbol of renewal
#Kwibuka27
#NeverAgain
To be human is to connect to our stories. Today, tune in to
@rbarwanda
10hr00 for stories of 3 dads facing great upheavals, caring for children with
#Autism
&
#Downsyndrome
but finding their
#superpower
. Just as each human is unique, so too are their living stories. See trailer👇🏿
Incredible leadership from
@Juliet_Kabera
&
@TeddyMugabo_
on Rwanda's carbon markets! Aligning policies, science, & finance to make it happen. With private sector on board, Rwanda is taking control & setting rules for the supermarket of carbon markets. Let’s green our Economy!
Honouring Min.
@DrDamascene
's speech at
#Kwibuka29
🗣️ Emphasizing understanding our past for a brighter future 🌟 Rwandans chose unity & reconciliation, an inspiring lesson for all. Let's empower youth & fight genocide worldwide 📚✨
#HistoryMatters
#LessonsFromRwanda
Thank you Zim for honouring
@TukuOfficial
. In his last Album, he laments how we’ve polluted the environment.
It’s not inevitable, he says. So Zimbos, let’s honour our hero by reclaiming nature and being kind to our environment.
#NewDealForNature
#RIPNzou
Fantastic meeting with
@NBA_Africa
’s
@cakamanzi
. We cooked up slam-dunk plans to boost basketball as a job creator for 🇿🇦 youth. Think
#sports
,
#CreativeIndustries
, empowering talent from all, & uniting schools with raw talent. Taking our game to new heights!🏀✨
@UNDPAfrica
At
#YouthConnekt2022
we saw the many shades of innovation that make Africa magical. That’s as it should be. Hope & optimism are in short supply globally. Instead, tragedy & doom are reaching crisis levels. Young people showed we have options: we can choose
#progress
&
#happiness
It was an honor to join Hon. Min
@MujaJeanne
& CEO
@TeddyMugabo_
at launch of
#Intego
, Rwanda's
#NDC
facility, with initial €46m funding from 🇩🇪. Very grateful for this initiative that will enable Rwanda public inst to transition to a low-carbon economy. A great step forward!
We no longer just need constructive dialogue, we must have it. This morning we met
#StartUps
from across the continent to listen & understand how
@UNDP
can best assist. An Africa-wide conversation on youth entrepreneurship is long overdue. But beyond talking we need to listen.
Wow,
#UNDP
🇷🇼 team, you've officially made it impossible to leave without smuggling a suitcase full of tissues!😭Your messages have turned
#MaxOut
into a beautiful memory. As I let
#MaxIn
take the stage, know that each of you is the true headline act. Rockstars, every single one!
And there it is - a befitting welcome! Now, with these heartfelt messages from
#UNDP
🇷🇼,
#MaxOut
can be put to rest ........ let
#MaxIn
reign. Over to you
@UNDPSouthAfrica
Super grateful for today’s good news. My father died 21 years ago today. He never got to meet his grandson Taku, but would have been crazy proud of him. Today, Taku received his Advanced Level Exam results & he did very well. Shout out Mr. Gomera. Uni get ready for
#GomeraNation
💔Heartbreaking news from
#Rwanda
as floods & landslides claim 109+ lives😢This is yet another reminder of the urgent need for action on climate change. Let's prioritize climate action & support those who are most affected. Read more at
#ClimateActionNow
🌍
Why shouldn’t runners use the treadmill? It gets them nowhere!😂 Enjoyed a 15km run up and down the beautiful hills of Kigali. Possibly last one for the year… and ready for a calorific holiday! If you celebrate, enjoy…
Fantastic meeting Ambassador
@claverGatete
Permanent Representative of
@RwandaUN
in New York. We shared views and plans for strengthening
@UNDP_Rwanda
support to
@RwandaGov
including on Climate & Development finance, Youth Entrepreneurship, and
#timbuktoo
initiative.
Mwiriwe,
#Rwanda
! 🇷🇼 A groundbreaking day as we launch drones equipped with cutting-edge tech to fight environmental crimes. These aren't just flying cameras; they're guardians in the sky, protecting our land and people from the risks of illegal activities.
#TechForGood
My mother had a heart of gold & a work ethic that inspired me. She may be gone, but her memory lives on through the love she showed her customers and the legacy she left behind. She taught me the importance of hard work & dedication. Thank you, Mom, for all that you've done.
#RIP
Happy
#LabourDay2022
! Today we’re celebrating the hardworking women & men who are building a stronger Rwanda & a better future.
@UNDP_Rwanda
we r also celebrating our
#2021Champs
, & congratulate them for their efforts at creating change at work & in communities. Here is one👇🏿
Once upon a time, I was in
@jones_butera
’s shoes - young, ambitious, & ready to make an impact. His journey with
@UNDP_Rwanda
resonates deeply. To potential interns: Explore opportunities with us. To CEOs: Give the likes of Jones a chance. They're the future of a resilient 🇷🇼! 💪🏽
Dream big, Africa! 🌍 FULL scholarships at 6 universities via
@MastercardFdn
🎓 McGill: Undergrad/Grad, Dec 1
🎓 USIU-Africa: Undergrad, Nov 24
🎓 Cambridge & Oxford: Masters
🎓 W. Cape: Undergrad/Masters, Oct 13
🎓 SciencesPo: Masters, Nov 26
Apply now!
#Scholarships
When you see Rwanda's Ministers running alongside you in the
#KigaliPeaceMarathon
, you know it's serious business! Forget political debates; their dedication to peace is unmatched🏃♀️🏃♂️ Who needs policies when you have running shoes? 😄
Great presentation by Godfrey Kabera from
@RwandaFinance
on roadmap for NST 2. Exciting timeline for evidence-based strategy, capacity building & resource mobilization. Feb 2024 brings the first draft - a promising step towards a brighter future for Rwanda!
#Partnerships
#SDGs
New report indicates
#Rwanda
is fast becoming the ultimate venue for progress & great visionary. An improbable story & affirmation that ‘to be best in life you don't have to be perfect: so much in life is about direction.’ Read on👇🏿
Huge congrats to
@MusoniPaula
&
@ahunnaeziakonwa
4 being amongst Africa’s 100 best & brightest in 2022. They r also championing
#timbuktoo
. They dream, they dare, they lead. The chakata fruit on the ground belongs to all, but the one on the tree is for she who dares to climb💪🏽🎉
I was SUPER impressed by the creativity shown by young people
@HangaPitchFest
. Young people are showing up to solve society’s biggest challenges. From energy, to health, to agric, arts & entertainment, they r shifting gears. With a little more support, the future is in fine hands
Friends, food, & culinary competition, what more could you ask for?!🍴🔥 Today, I'm joined by world-famous Chef
#Treasure
putting our cooking skills to the test with a battle for the best oxtail dish in Kigali! Here's to good times & even better eats.
#CookingCompetition
💥
We're GOLDen! 💛🏅
@UNDP_Rwanda
has achieved Gender Seal Gold Certification! Not only did we pass the test with flying colors, but we're also ready to help others achieve their
#GenderEquality
goals. Let's celebrate this achievement & keep pushing for a more inclusive world!
Powerful words from President
@PaulKagame
! Life may knock us down, but staying down is our choice. Let's remember to always find the strength and motivation within ourselves to rise up and overcome any challenges that come our way.
#Resilience
#Motivation
“No matter how down you are brought by any factors or forces, just don't accept staying down, find a way up. Don't despair.” President Kagame | Interaction with Harvard Business School
@HarvardHBS
students.
What a night! Hon. Min of
@RwandaFinance
, Dr.
@undagijimana
's farewell dinner was a feast of shared goals, mutual respect, & toasting to the future. Here's to the kind of friendships that not only inspire nations but also bring a dash of joy & laughter to our journey!🌟🍽️
#MaxOut