RDF Chief of Defence Staff Gen Mubarakh Muganga interacts with Rwanda Investigation Bureau Secretary General Col. (Rtd) Pacifique Kayigamba Kabanda at Gako in Bugesera District on Monday, March 23. Courtesy
President Paul Kagame on Monday, March 23, joined hundreds of leaders for a consultative meeting bringing together central and local government officials at Rwanda Military Academy, Gako in Bugesera District.
The meeting was officially opened by Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva.
The first gathering of its kind since the COVID-19 pandemic aims to strengthen coordination across different levels of leadership, improve planning, accelerate transformative grassroots projects, and advance a results-driven development agenda.
During his remarks, President Kagame urged both central and local government leaders to prioritize citizens’ needs, cautioning against a growing pattern of repeated mistakes, poor planning, and weak accountability in public service.
President Paul Kagame addresses leaders during a consultative meeting of government leaders in Gako, Bugesera District on Monday, March 23
President Kagame interacts with Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva.
Kagame said leadership must be defined by responsibility, results, and responsiveness, not personal interests or empty commitments.
Kagame acknowledged leaders’ efforts but questioned why the same challenges persist despite years of discussion
Panelists engage in a discussion at the meeting.
Jean-Damascene Bizimana, the minister of National Unity and Civic Engagement (C) follow panelists.
The meeting takes place at Rwanda Military Academy, Gako, in Bugesera District.
Mayor of Rusizi Phanuel Sindayiheba, shares his view during the meeting.
Minister of Defence Juvenal Marizamunda at the meeting.
Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva speaks at a consultative meeting between central and local government leaders at Rwanda Military Academy, Gako in Bugesera District on Monday, March 23.
The meeting aims to reinforce coordination across all levels of leadership, by enhancing planning, accelerating grassroots transformation projects, and ensuring a results-driven development agenda.
Leaders follow Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva's remarks.
Central Bank Governor Soraya Hakuziyaremye was among leaders who attended the meeting in Bugesera.
Senator Alfred Gasana challenges panelists during the discussion.
Governor of Eastern Province Pudence Rubingisa, and Rwanda Revenue Authority Commissioner General, Niwenshuti Ronald (R)
Odette Uwamaliya shares a comment during the meeting.
Officials during a consultative meeting central and local government officials on Monday, March 23, at Rwanda Military Academy, Gako, in Bugesera District.
Kigali City Mayor Samuel Dusengiyumva giving his comment at the meeting.
Leaders follow a panel discussion.
PM Nsengiyumva consults with Minister of Local Government Dominic Habimana at the meeting.
Rubavu District Mayor Prosper Murindwa chats with Central Bank Governor Soraya Hakuziyaremye.
Participants interact at the meeting in Bugesera.
Ombudsman Madeliene Nirere speaks during the discussion
Bruno Rangira, the Mayor of Kirehe District (L) interacts with Odette Uwamaliya and other delegate
State Minister for Infrastructure Jean de Dieu Uwihanganye (L), Minister of Infrastructure Jimmy Gasore (C) and Minister of Trade and Industry Prudence Sebahizi during an interaction at the event.
Defence Minister Juvenal Marizamunda(R) chats with Prof Nshuti Manasseh
Minister of Agriculture and Animal Resources, Telesphore Ndabamenye (L) interacts Senator Fulgence Nsengiyumva
Deputy Spokesperson of the Government Jean-Maurice Uwera
Minister of Education Joseph Nsengimana and Ines Mpambara, Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister.
Minister of Education Joseph Nsengimana and Paula Ingabire Minister of ICT and Innovation arrive at Gako for a consultative meeting.
State Minister for Sports Rwego Ngarambe (R) interacts with Yves Iradukunda, State Minister for ICT and Innovation other participant.
RBA deputy Director General Sandrine Isheja (1st Right) and other participants.
RDF Chief of Defence Staff Gen Mubarakh Muganga interacts with Rwanda Investigation Bureau Secretary General Col. (Rtd) Pacifique Kayigamba Kabanda
(L-R) Senator Rose Mureshyankwano, Jean-Damascene Bizimana, the minister of National Unity and Civic Engagement (C) and Senator Gasana Alfred.
Fred Mufulukye, the Director General of National Rehabilitation Service (L) and Minister of Finance and Economic Planning Yusuf Murangwa (R).
Minister of Justice Emmanuel Ugirashebuja talks with Vincent Biruta, Minister of Interior on their arrival at Gako.
Minister of Local Government Dominic Habimana addresses participants at the meeting
Fred Mufulukye, the Director General of National Rehabilitation Service greets Odette Uwamaliya as Minister of Sports Nelly Mukazayire (C) looks on.
Minister of Youth and Arts Abdallah Utumatwishima interacts with a participant at Gako
Ombudsman Madeleine Nirere arrives at Gako for the meeting
State Minister for Infrastructure Jean de Dieu Uwihanganye chats with Minister Jimmy Gasore.
State Minister for Youth and Arts Sandrine Umutoni and Health Minister Dr Sabin Nsanzimana.
The meeting aims to reinforce coordination across all levels of leadership, by enhancing planning, accelerating grassroots transformation projects, and ensuring a results-driven development agenda.
Edward Kalisa (L) was among officials who attended the meeting in Bugesera
(L-R) Paula Ingabire Minister of ICT and Innovation, Minister of Education Joseph Nsengimana and Ines Mpambara, Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister, arrive at Gako for a consultative meeting.
Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva addresses leaders during a meeting in Bugesera
Officials during a consultative meeting central and local government officials on Monday, March 23, at Rwanda Military Academy, Gako, in Bugesera District.