Rwanda’s First Lady Jeannette Kagame, Founder and Chairperson of Imbuto Foundation, on Thursday received Queen Masenate Mohato Seeiso, the wife of King Letsie III of Lesotho, for a courtesy visit aimed at deepening collaboration in initiatives that empower girls and young people across the continent.
The meeting, held at the Imbuto Foundation offices, focused on the organisation’s key areas of work, including health, education, and youth empowerment. Mrs. Kagame and Queen Masenate discussed ongoing programmes that support adolescent girls, promote access to quality education, and equip young people with skills that prepare them for leadership and economic opportunities.
Queen Masenate commended Imbuto Foundation for its long-standing efforts in nurturing and uplifting young people through mentorship, scholarships, reproductive health awareness, and community engagement.
She highlighted the importance of partnerships between African nations in advancing shared development goals.
Mrs. Kagame noted that the visit reflects a growing commitment to exchange experience and strengthen ties that contribute to sustainable progress.
She emphasized that empowering girls and youth remains at the center of Imbuto Foundation’s mission, adding that collaboration with like-minded partners amplifies impact and accelerates positive change.
The visit reinforced the shared vision of Rwanda and Lesotho to promote inclusive development by ensuring that girls and young people are equipped with the resources, confidence, and opportunities they need to shape a brighter future for themselves and their communities.
By Andrew Shyaka
