Government officials from Kosovo and Quebec have expressed their admiration for Rwanda's transformation after the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. They spoke to The New Times on November 20, the final day of the 46th Ministerial Conference of La Francophonie.

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The two-day conference held in Kigali from November 19 to 20 focused on the theme "30 Years after the Beijing Conference: The Contribution of Women in the Francophone World." This marked the 1995 World Conference on Women while also addressing ongoing challenges and progress in promoting women&039;s leadership across governance, culture, diplomacy, peace, and sustainable development in the Francophone world.

Skeete underscored that Rwanda’s history, especially in terms of women's leadership in rebuilding the country, is a testament to the power of women in driving change.

With 63 per cent of Rwanda’s parliament made up of women, Skeete recognised the importance of amplifying women’s voices in public policy and community-building.

He also expressed his gratitude for the warmth and hospitality shown by the Rwandan government and shared his excitement to discover more about Rwanda.