President Paul Kagame celebrated his 68th birthday on October 23, 2025, with widespread praise from Rwandans and regional figures for guiding the country from post-1994 genocide recovery to an economic powerhouse boasting 8% annual GDP growth and the world’s highest proportion of women in parliament at 61%.
Tributes poured in on X from leaders and citizens as Kagame marks a new year, highlighting Kagame’s leadership in fostering unity, stability, and advances in health, education, and digital innovation.
Chief of Defence Forces of the Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF) Muhoozi Kainerugaba wrote: “Happy birthday Paul Kagame. May you have many more. Thank you for your exemplary leadership that is a beacon for Rwanda, the region and Africa. Long live the friendship and strategic alliance between our two countries”
Rwanda Finance professional Murenzi Abdallaziz appraised: “As he turns 68 today, we celebrate his unwavering dedication to building a better Rwanda, his achievements speak for themselves. Imvugo niyo ngiro✊”