President Kagame recognizes Ethiopia’s contribution in rebuilding Rwanda

Addis Ababa, April 7, 2024 (FBC) – Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) and First Lady Zinash Tayachew have attended the 30th commemoration of the genocide against Tutsi (Kwibuka30) in Rwanda.

In his remarks at the commemorative event, President of Rwanda, Paul Kagame, said “Today, we also feel a particular gratitude to all the friends and representatives here with us from around the world.”

We are deeply honored by your presence alongside us on this very heavy day. The contributions you have made to Rwanda’s rebirth are enormous, and have helped us to stand where we are now.

I want to recognize a few, while also asking for forgiveness for not being able to mention all who deserve it, President Kagame said.

“The leadership and the people of Ethiopia helped us in starting to rebuild Rwanda at that time. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed,who is here, even served as a young peacekeeper in the immediate aftermath of the genocide,” the President added.