It is the first time that Rwandan youth born, living, or working in South Africa have undertaken such a visit to their homeland. The initiative aligns with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation’s ongoing program “Come and See, Go and Tell,” which encourages members of the Rwandan diaspora to visit their country and share its story of resilience and transformation with the world.

During their visit, the group paid tribute to the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi laid to rest at the Kigali Genocide Memorial, where they also learned about the events that led to the tragedy and how it was stopped.

They later toured the Campaign Against Genocide Museum, gaining insight into how the Rwandan Patriotic Army (RPA) sacrificed to end the genocide and restore peace.

The youth are also expected to visit industries, technology hubs, and key infrastructure projects reflecting Rwanda’s rapid development across sectors such as the economy, education, health, and governance.

This historic visit marks a renewed effort to strengthen ties between Rwanda and its diaspora community in South Africa, after years of strained relations that had limited such exchanges.

It is seen as a step toward fostering a deeper sense of identity, patriotism, and commitment among young Rwandans abroad to contribute to their country’s future.