#Kwibuka32 | Kigali, 7 April 2026
“Kwibuka carries profound meaning for our nation. It is how we confront and
overcome the divisions that nearly destroyed us. This day empowers us all. We draw on the
strength of survivors, who provide the reservoir of humanity that feeds our nation’s soul.
To all survivors, know that you are not alone. We stand with you always. Everything we
have achieved was only possible because all Rwandans decided to join hands in a common
purpose. We honour the role played by every Rwandan in our country’s rebirth.
What sustains Rwanda today is the unity of Rwandans, and the conviction that, like all
people, we have the right to live in safety and dignity, and at peace with all our neighbours.
What we ask is for partners to join with us to fight extremism, rather than punishing Rwanda
for defending itself. We owe future generations of Rwandans more than survival. They
deserve to inherit a secure, united, and bold country, and an integrated and confident Africa.
” President Kagame | Kwibuka32.