Paul Kagame sworn in for fourth term as Rwanda's president

Paul Kagame Sworn in for Fourth Term as Rwanda's President Paul Kagame has been sworn in for his fourth term as the President of Rwanda, amid both praise and criticism. The ceremony took place at Amahoro National Stadium in the capital city, Kigali, on Monday, following his victory in the presidential election held on August 4, 2017. Kagame, who has been leading Rwanda since 2000, won the recent election with an overwhelming majority, securing 98.79% of the votes. His closest competitor, Frank Habineza of the Democratic Green Party of Rwanda, received only 0.45% of the votes, while independent candidate Philippe Mpayimana garnered 0.72%. The margin of Kagame's victory has raised concerns among rights groups, who argue that it reflects a lack of democracy in the country. Under Kagame's leadership, Rwanda has experienced significant progress in many areas, including economic development, infrastructure improvement, and poverty reduction. The country has become one of the fastest-growing economies in Africa, with an average GDP growth rate of over 7% per year. Additionally, Kagame's administration has made considerable efforts in advancing gender equality and promoting women's empowerment. During his inauguration speech, President Kagame thanked the Rwandan people for their trust and support. He expressed his commitment to continuing the transformation of the country, focusing on the development of the economy, human capital, and good governance. Kagame emphasized that