Rwanda Shares Post-Genocide Development Lessons at Lesotho Leadership Forum

Kigali, Rwanda, June 22, 2026 - Prime Minister Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva has shared Rwanda's experience in rebuilding the country after the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, highlighting long-term planning, good governance and citizen participation as key drivers of the country's recovery and development.

Dr. Nsengiyumva delivered the remarks via video conference during the opening of the Lesotho National Leadership Forum on June 22, where he was invited to discuss Rwanda's governance and development journey.

He thanked Lesotho for strengthening cooperation between the two countries and providing a platform for exchanging experiences on leadership and national development.

Reflecting on Rwanda's post-genocide recovery, the Prime Minister said the country chose to focus on building its future despite the widespread destruction of institutions, the economy and social fabric following the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.

He said one of Rwanda's most important lessons was the need to establish a clear long-term national vision, citing the implementation of Vision 2020 and the ongoing Vision 2050 strategy as frameworks that have guided development and improved living standards.

According to Dr. Nsengiyumva, long-term planning has enabled government institutions to work toward common national goals while maintaining policy consistency across sectors.

He also emphasized the importance of building on Rwanda's comparative strengths, including investment in tourism, sports, services and effective public administration, while maintaining strong economic management and a firm stance against corruption.

The Prime Minister stressed that citizen participation has been central to Rwanda's development model, saying sustainable progress can only be achieved when citizens actively contribute to national decision-making and implementation of government programs.