President Kagame Calls for Global Unity in Achieving Sustainable Development

Kagame joined the President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, along with other world leaders and government officials, to officially open the event.

During the opening ceremony, 11 innovators were honored with the prestigious Zayed Sustainability Prize for their outstanding contributions to sustainable solutions. The week-long event, led by Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has attracted global leaders, industry experts, and technology innovators to discuss pathways toward a sustainable future.

In his speech, President Kagame highlighted Africa’s slow progress in achieving sustainable development goals due to weak policy implementation. He stated, “Agreed policies are not being effectively implemented, yet we continue to engage in endless discussions about what needs to be done.” Kagame also emphasized Rwanda’s proactive steps in fostering an investor-friendly environment.

“We launched the Rwanda Innovation Fund (RIF) to support innovative startups and attract global investment. This approach has led to tangible innovations across various sectors,” he explained. Kagame also shared Rwanda’s advancements in technology, particularly in agriculture data collection and using drones for medical deliveries.

He added, “We have invested in electric vehicles and implemented digital payment systems for public transport.” Kagame further advocated for nuclear energy as a reliable power source, revealing Rwanda’s plans to establish small nuclear power plants as part of its energy diversification strategy.

President Kagame concluded by stressing the need for unity in achieving global sustainability goals. “We believe sustainable development is a shared responsibility. No country can achieve it alone. We must learn from past mistakes and move beyond policies that slow us down,” he urged. The Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week brings together world leaders, businesses, NGOs, innovators, and other stakeholders to address global challenges, promote clean energy, and accelerate socio-economic development through technology.

President Kagame emphasized the need for collective effort in achieving sustainable development

He shared this message at a summit in the United Arab Emirates

The President highlighted Rwanda's progress in embracing technology across all sectors.