Dr Diane GASHUMBA

To Nordic companies, academia, startups, civil society organisations, and research institutions: Join our webinar, 6th Nov 3-4pm CET specially prepared in the lead-up to the African Nordic Health Summit! africannordicsummit.universa… Meet our inspiring speakers who have successfully collaborated with and invested in Africa. Hear their real-life success stories, gain valuable insights, explore partnership opportunities, and discover how we can build impactful and sustainable collaborations between Africa and the Nordic countries. Connect. Learn. Collaborate. Invest. Be part of the conversation shaping the future of African-Nordic health partnerships! Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…

.@RwandainSweden was delighted to host an engaging and productive gathering with @SwecareSweden , HE The Ambassadors of Nigeria, Tanzania, Botswana and the Republic of the Congo, as well as representatives from the Embassies of Zimbabwe and Angola. The discussion provided an excellent opportunity to explore the potential of Swecare’s network of 120 member companies and identify ways to strengthen healthcare partnerships, foster innovation and promote investment between Africa and the Nordic region. We also shared updates on the upcoming African Nordic Health Summit, which will take place in Rwanda on 9–10 February 2027. We warmly invite healthcare companies, institutions and stakeholders across both regions to join us for the Pre-Summit Webinar on 6 November to learn more about the Summit, connect with key stakeholders and explore exciting opportunities for collaboration and engagement. Let’s turn dialogue into partnerships, and partnerships into meaningful impact. Together, we can shape a stronger future for Africa–Nordic healthcare cooperation through shared knowledge, innovation, investment and sustainable partnerships. We look forward to welcoming you online for the Pre-Summit Webinar 6th Nov 3-4 PM ( CET) docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F… and in Rwanda 9-10 February 2027! @Sida @Uni_Rwanda @noradno @DKinRwanda @SwedeninRW @Finnpartnership @SweMFA @RwandaMFA @DanishMFA

Mu mwiherero wa @rpfinkotanyi Urubyiruko rwacu rutuye Poland rwaradususurukije , byongera kutwibutsa ko Umuco wacu ari ntagereranywa kandi ko ariwo uturanga aho turi hose. Mwarakoze Nkotanyi! Mwarakoze @Rwanda_Poland!

Ab’Iwacu Muraho! @rpfinkotanyi muri Poland twaganiriye ibyubaka, turahiga maze turatarama buracya! 🎼🎼🎸🎸! U Rwanda rw’i Burayi mureba rugeze mu kirere ntimugire ubwoba, Umudereva ni Paul💕. Umugoboka Rugamba…Ogera ! Niba utari uhari, ntarirarenga. Ngwino wegere u Rwanda dufatanye kurwubaka kuko iwanyu niho hambere kandi amarembo aruguruye.

.@rpfinkotanyi muri Poland, U Rwanda rwo mu bihugu by’uBurayi twaganiriye ibyubaka , twerekwa Imishinga myiza y’Urubyiruko ruba muri Poland, kandi twahize kwongera imbaraga mu kwiteza imbere , mu gusigasira ubumwe bwacu, ubudasa bw’u Rwanda, no kwongera imbaraga mu kugira uruhare mu bigirira Umunyarwana wese akamaro.

Your Excellency President @PaulKagame, I am profoundly grateful for the renewed trust you have placed in me. I receive it with humility and a deep sense of responsibility, conscious that such confidence is not merely an honour, but a solemn duty to serve Rwanda with unwavering loyalty, integrity, and dedication. I give you my personal commitment to honour this trust through my actions, to safeguard the good name and dignity of our beloved Rwanda, and to carry our national flag with pride and honour. Wherever I serve, I will strive to ensure that my conduct and achievements reflect the values, aspirations, and interests of our nation and its people. I am equally determined to strengthen the partnership between Rwanda and Spain, deepening our friendship, expanding avenues for cooperation, and transforming our shared commitment into tangible opportunities that benefit both our nations and peoples.

An inspiring evening at the Rwandan Residence in Stockholm. With the group of African women Ambassadors to Sweden, @KTegmarkWisell, Prof. @EkstromMia and leaders from Karolinska Institutet, Gavi, Operation Smile Sweden,Help To Help, Elekta Foundation, Alfa Laval & others, we explored transformative Africa–Nordic health partnerships. Next stop: Kigali! 🇷🇼 African Nordic Health Summit, 9–10 February 2027. africannordicsummit.universa… Time to turn dialogue into action!

.@RwandainSweden team was invited to meet with and engage with students and teachers of YBC School in Stockholm. We had an open and inspiring conversation about Rwanda’s journey, the challenges we have faced and the choices we have made. We spoke about Rwanda’s transformation following the Genocide against the Tutsi, our focus on unity and inclusion, people-centred governance, and creating opportunities for all. We also talked about Rwanda’s economy, from coffee, tea and flowers to tourism and conservation, including our remarkable mountain gorillas. For us , the most valuable part was the exchange itself. Sharing Rwanda’s story is important, but listening to young people, hearing their perspectives and learning from their questions is equally meaningful. A sincere thank you to the students and teachers of YBC School for the warm welcome, thoughtful questions and wonderful energy. Rwanda’s journey is a story of resilience, hope and determination; and it is always a privilege to share it. #VisitRwanda

“Sweden – Nordic leadership in global health: realism and rhetoric” Inspired by @ottersenolep ‘s presentation and our timely conversation about Sweden’s future contribution to global health. I’m delighted to join the Swedish Global Health Reference Group and contribute to this independent, forward-looking report on how Sweden can strengthen its global health contribution. It is a privilege to work alongside colleagues with deep experience and long-standing engagement in Africa and global health: @carlbjorkman @ottersenolep @stefanswartpet @EkstromMia , Dr Tobias Alfvén, Ophelia Malala Haanyama and Mette Lybye. Coordinated by @karolinskainst , the initiative brings together perspectives from across sectors. The conversation also connects strongly with the @ANHS_2027 planned for 9–10 February 2027 in Rwanda. Bringing together representatives from 14 African countries and Nordic partners on African soil could create valuable opportunities for dialogue, mutual learning and genuine partnership. The future of global health partnerships requires a shift: From aid to partnership. From recipient to co-creator. From transferring solutions to creating solutions together. Mutually beneficial partnerships begin with understanding each country’s context, realities, strengths and opportunities. The growing @norrsken_org ecosystem in Africa is one inspiring example: Swedish entrepreneurship and African innovation coming together through locally rooted ecosystems to create value across borders and throughout East Africa. Africa is not simply a recipient of knowledge and solutions. Africa is a source of innovation, expertise and solutions for the world. That should shape how we think about Swedish leadership in global health: less about exporting Swedish solutions, and more about enabling equal partnerships, shared innovation and knowledge flowing in both directions. The question is not simply how Sweden can contribute more, but how Sweden can contribute differently ; by building more equal partnerships, understanding Africa better, and co-creating solutions that benefit both Africa and the world. Very honoured and delighted to continue this important conversation with the Swedish Global Health Reference Group. @Sida @uppsalauni

Very happy to welcome Joanna Kadihira, delegate from Rwanda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, to Sweden as part of a new group of early-career diplomats from 12 African countries and the five Nordic countries. It was truly warming to see Joanna , together with so many enthusiastic young diplomats, ready to learn, connect and exchange experiences. A pleasure to join my African Ambassador colleagues at the reception organised by the @NordicAfrica . Many thanks to @NAI_Therese and team for the warm welcome and for a very well-organised and inspiring training programme. It is wonderful to see this initiative bringing young African and Nordic diplomats together in Sweden, with the additional opportunity to continue their learning in Denmark. A sincere thank you to the Nordic countries for supporting this important initiative and giving young diplomats the opportunity to grow and strengthen their contribution to the diplomacy of their respective countries.

.@aprfcofficial 🇷🇼🦁 Félicitations APR FC ! Le Lion a rugi 🖤🤍!! Et rendu le Rwanda fier! Encore une fois, vous avez prouvé que le Lion est le Roi de l’Arène ! Cette victoire face aux Aigles du Congo ( DRC) :3-0 n’est pas seulement une victoire sur le terrain : C’est une victoire qui fait vibrer tout un peuple bien au delà du stade et qui confirme votre place parmi les grands. Vous avez combattu avec caractère, discipline et fierté pour décrocher votre ticket pour l’étape suivante de la CAF Champions League. 🔥🏆 Continuez à porter haut nos couleurs, et à montrer ce que signifie jouer avec le cœur, la détermination et l’âme d’un Lion. Le Rwanda est derrière vous. La route continue. Que la Victoire soit au rendez- vous pour les prochaines étapes!

Great discussions at the Embassy of Rwanda to Sweden with the @CEPIvaccines team from Norway on the growing partnership with the Government of Rwanda through @RwandaHealth and @RBCRwanda Rwanda has built a strong primary health care system, providing a solid foundation for effective health security and enabling a successful collaboration with CEPI. Together, we’re advancing research, innovation and technology to strengthen pandemic preparedness, build resilient health systems and better protect communities.

My sincere appreciation to Hon Minister @larsloekke , Hon. @BosseStine and Ruth Schade for the opportunity to contribute to a very well-organised and thoughtful debate, and thanks to the distinguished Danish-African audience for the candid, constructive and forward-looking exchange on the Denmark–Africa Strategy- Rwanda as a Case Study . It was a privilege to contribute to such an important conversation and to reflect on how Denmark and Africa can build a stronger partnership based on investment, innovation and shared opportunity. Reflections from my discussion with a distinguished Danish-African audience, alongside Hon Stine Bosse: The green economy represents one of the most promising avenues for Denmark–Africa cooperation , bringing together Danish innovation and financing with Africa’s talent, ambition and potential. Rwanda stands as a proof of concept: Denmark’s early, catalytic investment in @IremeInvest has helped de-risk green capital and mobilise private-sector investment at scale. The collaboration between Denmark and @GreenFundRw through Ireme Invest is already producing tangible results. With Danish support, Rwandan entrepreneurs and private companies have been able to develop and scale green businesses in areas including e-mobility, circular economy and sustainable urban development. This includes companies working on electric buses, electric motorcycles, EV charging infrastructure and electric delivery services, helping Rwanda advance cleaner and more efficient transport while creating new opportunities for the private sector. The partnership demonstrates how Danish climate finance can go beyond traditional development assistance , helping innovative African companies become bankable, scale their solutions and contribute to Africa’s green transformation. The success of @norrskenEA is another powerful example of what partnership can achieve. Founded by Niklas Adalberth, a Swedish entrepreneur and co-founder of Klarna, Norrsken has grown in Kigali into one of East Africa’s largest hubs for impact and technology entrepreneurship, creating a platform where founders, investors and talent can build solutions to Africa’s most pressing challenges. Rwanda’s results-based implementation of @GlobalFund ‘s support demonstrates how strong institutions and accountable governance can translate international financing into measurable impact. Under Rwanda’s results-based financing model, health supported programmes achieved powerful results ; showing that international financing, when combined with strong national ownership , transparency , accountability and effective institutions, can save lives and strengthen health systems. Denmark’s strengths in life sciences, technology and innovation, combined with Africa’s young and rapidly growing workforce, present an opportunity Europe need not look far to find. Rwanda demonstrates that Denmark, and Europe more broadly, can position itself as a trusted and strategic partner ; building together, rather than simply providing for. This is the essence of the Denmark–Africa Strategy: partnership, investment and shared opportunity. We look forward to welcoming partners to the African Nordic Health Summit, 9–10 February 2027.

.@olleburell , Thank you, President Olle Burell and the entire Stockholm City Council team. You made us feel truly at home. More than ever. Two days ago, I had the privilege of leading the group of African Ambassadors to Sweden on a visit to the Stockholm City Council. It was, without a doubt, one of the warmest and most welcoming experiences our group has had in Sweden. What made this encounter truly exceptional was the unique quality of our host. President Burell brought warmth, openness, generosity and a genuine willingness to listen and engage ; turning an institutional visit into a deeply human experience. We gained fascinating insights into Stockholm’s history, its evolution, local democracy, the workings of the City Council and the collaborative spirit behind the city’s effectiveness. The thoughtful contribution of Alexandra Wynn, Director of Development and International Relations, further enriched our exchange. But beyond the knowledge shared, what we will remember most is how President Burell made us feel: welcomed, valued and genuinely at home. That ability to create connection, dialogue and friendship is rare , and it made this encounter truly memorable. For the group of African Ambassadors to Sweden, this was much more than a visit. It was a moment of genuine connection and shared values, and an inspiring example of how hospitality, openness, teamwork and public service can come together. An unforgettable chapter in our connection with Stockholm and Sweden!

Tanzania - Rwanda and The Nordics : Diplomacy as a Catalyst for stronger collaboration: At @TechBBQ in Copenhagen, together with Simon Mears, Honorary Consul of Tanzania to Denmark, our First Counsellor, @G_Umutesi shared a simple but powerful message: « Diplomacy creates impact when it connects the right people, at the right moment, around the right needs » « The cooperation between Africa and the Nordic countries offers powerful examples of what can happen when relationships, trust and shared purpose move beyond diplomatic conversations and become practical collaboration » That is where diplomacy becomes transformative. As we look ahead to Kigali and the African Nordic Health Summit 2027, 9–10 February, co-organized by the Group of African Women Ambassadors to Sweden, Maternity Foundation, Dalberg Media and The Danish Alliance for Global Health, we carry this same spirit with us. The Summit is not simply an event. It is a platform for turning connections into partnerships , bringing together policymakers, health innovators and diplomatic partners from Africa and the Nordic region to advance: • Access to health • Innovation and technology • Sustainable, people-centred health systems • Stronger cross-border partnerships. Diplomacy helps the right actors find each other faster, build trust sooner, align around shared priorities and turn good ideas into meaningful action. Kigali is ready for that conversation and for the partnerships that will grow from it. If you are working at the intersection of global health, innovation, diplomacy and international partnership, Save the Date: 9-10 Feb 2027 and email us at AfricanNordicHealthSummit@universalevents.rw

.@RwandainSweden together with @chalmersuniv and @GlobalSouth2026 warmly invite your organisation to join our Webinar on 25 August 2026, 3:00–4:30 PM CAT, exploring how Africa and the Nordics can partner more effectively around brain health and stroke prevention, early detection and management. The conversation will bring together leaders and experts from Africa and Europe to explore practical opportunities for mutual learning, innovation, research, technology transfer, stronger health systems and equitable access to stroke care. This is an opportunity to identify concrete ways Africa and Europe can learn from and build with one another for shared impact. 📅 25 August 2026 ⏰ 3:00–4:30 PM CAT 💻 Online via Zoom 🔗 us06web.zoom.us/j/8617517916… Join the conversation and help shape the next generation of Africa–Europe collaboration for brain health. @karolinskainst @AstraZeneca @lundbeckfonden @novonordiskfond @novonordisk @bioarctic @Sectra @aiforia_tech @SidekickHealth @1825

On the Road to the African Nordic Health Summit in Kigali 9-10 Feb 2027. It was a great pleasure to meet @Elekta leadership and @Elekta_Fdn Chair of the board and its President together with my colleagues and sisters Ambassadors of Kenya, Tanzania, Zimbabwe and the representative of the Ambassador of Nigeria. Our meeting offered an important opportunity to reflect on the progress since the inaugural African Nordic Health Summit in Stockholm seven months ago, particularly on the commitments made by our respective countries towards the elimination of cervical cancer. One message came through clearly: strong health systems are the foundation for the success of any health programme. We must continue learning from one another, sharing experiences and best practices, and most importantly move with urgency from dialogue to action. We also welcome meaningful partnerships that respect and build upon country ownership and leadership. Rwanda’s experience demonstrates what is possible when leadership, community trust and institutional commitment come together. Rwanda has surpassed the @WHO 90% target for HPV vaccination among girls and has reached 82% of the 90% target for treatment of pre-cancerous and cancerous lesions. Achieving such tremendous progress across the entire country requires more than a programme. It requires sustained leadership, trust from communities, and the full dedication of all relevant institutions. This progress also reflects the consistent and unwavering leadership of H.E. Jeannette Kagame, @FirstLadyRwanda whose exemplary championing of cervical cancer prevention has helped keep this national effort high on the agenda and sustained momentum over time. Her leadership has strongly reinforced concrete and well oriented interventions by the Ministries of Health/ RBC, Education, Local Government, Gender and Family Promotion, Finance, civil society organisations and the private sector. This is the power of people-to-people politics: connecting institutions, communities, partners and leaders around a shared purpose and translating commitment into action. As we continue on the Road to the African Nordic Health Summit in Kigali, 9–10 February 2027, let us carry this spirit of partnership and action with us. A heartfelt thank you to all partners who have contributed to this tremendous Rwanda’s achievement and to everyone who continues to believe that cervical cancer can be eliminated. @Merck @gavi @GlobalFund @pfizer @UNITAID @WorldBankGroup @PIH @Uni_Rwanda @CHAI_health @TheBgiGroup @Imbuto @FriendsofAfrica @Elekta_Fdn Rwanda’s campaign is ongoing, and only 612,000 women need to be screened. We warmly welcome all partners who are ready to join Rwanda’s efforts to eliminate cervical cancer. Every partnership, every screening and every woman reached brings us closer to elimination.

This weekend in Sweden, East African diaspora communities took the lead in bringing sports diplomacy to life. Sweden continues to demonstrate how sport can be a powerful bridge for diplomacy, unity and community. With world-class football grounds, excellent facilities, strong organisation and a welcoming environment, Sweden provides an ideal space for dialogue, facilitation and meaningful people-to-people connections. I had the pleasure of joining my colleague and sister HE @swahibahm , the Ambassador of The United Republic of Tanzania to Sweden at the Opening Ceremony of the Serengeti Bonanza 2026 in Stockholm, an inspirational annual initiative organised by the Tanzanian diaspora in Europe, bringing communities together through sport, culture and friendship. I then ended the weekend in Gävle, joining the Rwandan community for the Football East Africa Unity Cup; another inspiring example of how East African communities can come together through sport, strengthen bonds within the diaspora and celebrate our shared identity. From Stockholm to Gävle, the message was clear: sport is much more than competition. It is a language of friendship, a tool for diplomacy and a powerful force for unity. Grateful to the Tanzanian and Rwandan communities for creating these platforms, all the EAC - Diaspora football clubs that participated , and to Sweden for providing such a welcoming environment where these connections can flourish.

Turava mu bwiza tujya mu bundi! 🇷🇼 Mu Ntara ya 6, ikipe y’Abanyarwanda batuye muri Sweden yatsinze Intamba, ikipe y’Abarundi baba muri Sweden, ibitego 2–0. 👏🇷🇼 Ku rundi ruhande, Abanya-Somalia batsinze Abanye-Congo/DRC ibitego 6–0 Aya marushanwa yateguwe n’Umudugudu wa Gävle, ku bufatanye na Yannick Mukunzi. Isuku Igira isoko @rayon_sports Nuko nuko bahungu bacu! 👏👏🇷🇼 Mukomereze aho, turabashyigikiye! Igikombe kigomba gutaha mu Rwanda!