{"id":56005,"date":"2025-10-19T14:11:08","date_gmt":"2025-10-19T14:11:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/president-faye-ends-state-visit-to-rwanda-with-car-free-day-participation\/"},"modified":"2025-10-21T13:58:15","modified_gmt":"2025-10-21T13:58:15","slug":"president-faye-ends-state-visit-to-rwanda-with-car-free-day-participation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/president-faye-ends-state-visit-to-rwanda-with-car-free-day-participation\/","title":{"rendered":"President Faye ends state visit to Rwanda with Car Free Day participation (Photos)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In a message shared on X, President Faye said his visit \u201cconcludes under the banner of fraternity and cooperation,\u201d expressing gratitude to President Paul Kagame, his government, and the Rwandan people for the warm hospitality extended to him and his delegation.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cRwanda stands as an inspiring example of resilience and transformation in the service of development, one that we salute with respect and admiration,\u201d he wrote. \u201cOur two nations are moving forward together toward a sovereign and innovative Africa.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Earlier on Sunday, President Faye joined President Kagame for the monthly Car Free Day, a popular initiative promoting physical fitness and environmental sustainability. The two Heads of State took part in a 5-kilometre walk through Kigali, a gesture symbolising health, social cohesion, and shared commitment to protecting the environment.<\/p>\n<p>The visit also saw the signing of five new bilateral agreements on Saturday, aimed at deepening cooperation and advancing shared development goals across key sectors. The accords, witnessed by both presidents, cover visa facilitation, agriculture, health, correctional services, and collaboration within Rwanda\u2019s long-term development framework, Vision 2050.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking during the signing ceremony, President Kagame welcomed his Senegalese counterpart, describing the visit as a reflection of the \u201clong-standing and productive relationship\u201d between the two nations.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cRwanda and Senegal are guided by the same values, putting people first, delivering results, and pursuing a bold, transformative vision,\u201d Kagame said. \u201cOur discussions today reaffirmed our commitment to act on these principles. We also share the vision of a self-reliant, united continent guided by accountable governance and inclusive development.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>He further emphasised the central role of Africa\u2019s youth in shaping the continent\u2019s future, urging continued efforts to create opportunities for them to thrive. <\/p>\n<p>\u201cTheir talent and resilience are undeniable. Our responsibility is to make sure they have the opportunity to meet their full potential,\u201d Kagame noted.<\/p>\n<p>President Faye, in his remarks, commended Rwanda\u2019s remarkable transformation journey under Kagame\u2019s leadership and paid tribute to the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cRwanda\u2019s resilience and the progress it has made on the path to development since 1994 are remarkable,\u201d he said. \u201cOur political and diplomatic relations are excellent, but there remains untapped potential in economic and trade cooperation.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>He expressed optimism about the future of bilateral relations, proposing the establishment of a Joint Cooperation Commission to evaluate the current partnership and identify new avenues for collaboration in sectors such as agriculture, education, health, the digital economy, air transport, infrastructure, culture, and sports.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-96399 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/g3nqxa5wuaapik_-2.jpg\" alt=\"Earlier on Sunday, President Faye joined President Kagame for the monthly Car Free Day, a popular initiative promoting physical fitness and environmental sustainability. \" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-96398 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/g3ntvdtxqaayqqw-2.jpg\" alt=\"The two Heads of State took part in a 5-kilometre walk through Kigali, a gesture symbolising health, social cohesion, and shared commitment to protecting the environment.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-96396 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/g3nqxa3xuaebcy_-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-96397 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/g3nqxa3wsaa0zky-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" 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