The Embassy of the Republic of Rwanda in Egypt, also accredited to Algeria, Libya, and Oman, hosted a grand reception on July 11th at Dusit Thani Hotel in New Cairo to commemorate the 31st anniversary of Rwanda’s Liberation Day.
The event gathered Egyptian government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, academics, business leaders, media representatives, and friends of Rwanda in a reflective and celebratory evening.
Liberation Day marks the moment Rwanda emerged from the horrors of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, when the Rwandan Patriotic Army, led by President Paul Kagame, halted the killings and began rebuilding a nation grounded in unity, justice, and resilience.
In his keynote address, Rwanda’s Ambassador to Egypt, CG Dan Munyuza, emphasized that Liberation Day is far more than a military milestone.
“Liberation was not merely the end of a war,” he said. “It was the beginning of a new vision—a commitment to never return to tribal divisions, hatred, and despair. It was a promise to create a nation where all Rwandans, regardless of background, could live in dignity, peace, and mutual respect.”
Ambassador Munyuza also expressed appreciation for Egypt’s continued support.
“I would like to commend the government and the people of the Arab Republic of Egypt for the unwavering support towards Rwanda’s transformation journey,” he added.
Since 1994, Rwanda has undergone an extraordinary transformation.
With sustained economic growth averaging 7–8 percent annually over three decades, the country has built strong institutions, empowered women and youth, invested in health and education, and cultivated a thriving, innovation-driven economy.
Rwanda consistently ranks among Africa’s top countries for ease of doing business.
The Ambassador also addressed current regional challenges, especially the ongoing instability in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
He welcomed the recently signed peace agreement between Rwanda and the DRC in Washington, D.C., and reiterated Rwanda’s commitment to peace in the Great Lakes region.
“Let this 31st Liberation Day commemoration be a reminder that from even the greatest pain, renewal is possible,” Munyuza said. “That with visionary and hardworking leadership, unity and purpose, a nation can rise from tragedy to prosperity.”
The evening featured traditional Rwandan music, networking sessions, and a showcase of the country’s investment opportunities and tourism offerings, including gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park and Big Five safaris in Akagera National Park.
Guest of Honor H.E. Prof. Hani Sewilam, Egypt’s Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, commended Rwanda’s remarkable progress.
“Rwanda’s extraordinary progress over the past thirty years is a true reflection of visionary leadership, national healing, and a steadfast commitment to inclusive growth and development,” he said.
Minister Sewilam also highlighted expanding bilateral cooperation, announcing an upcoming Memorandum of Understanding titled “Water Resources Management in Rwanda.” The MoU will focus on catchment protection, groundwater well drilling, rainwater harvesting, and building local capacity to improve community access to water and climate resilience.
He further praised Rwanda’s active role in water diplomacy through the Nile Basin Initiative (NBI), noting Rwanda’s constructive engagement on the NBI Consultative Committee.
“We strongly rely on Rwanda’s constructive role to enhance cooperation between Nile Basin states and maintain the sustainability of the Nile River—this vital common water resource,” he said.
Egypt, Sewilam added, has committed US$100 million through a Regional Pooled Financing Mechanism to support national and cross-border water projects across the Nile Basin.
Both Ambassador Munyuza and Minister Sewilam underscored the importance of collaboration, mutual respect, and shared ambition to address Africa’s most pressing challenges and achieve sustainable development.
Guests were encouraged to explore Rwanda not just as a success story—but as a promising destination for investment, tourism, and innovation.
