President Paul Kagame on Thursday held talks with world-renowned architect Daniel Libeskind on a project to develop a digital memorial installation at the Kigali Genocide Memorial, an initiative aimed at transforming how visitors learn about and remember the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.
Libeskind, the founder of Studio Libeskind, was accompanied by Holm Keller, Chief Executive Officer of the kENUP Foundation, during the meeting held at Village Urugwiro on June 25, 2026.
According to the Office of the President, the discussions focused on plans to establish a technologically advanced memorial marker at the Kigali Genocide Memorial in Gisozi. The project seeks to harness cutting-edge digital technology to create a more engaging and educational space for remembrance.
The initiative is expected to modernize the visitor experience by expanding the ways in which the history of the Genocide against the Tutsi is presented. Through immersive digital tools, visitors will be able to gain a deeper understanding of the events, their historical context, and the enduring importance of remembrance.
Studio Libeskind is internationally recognized for designing landmark buildings that commemorate history and celebrate cultural heritage. Founded by Daniel Libeskind, one of the world’s most acclaimed architects, the firm has designed museums, memorials, and public institutions across Europe, North America, and Asia.
Among its best-known projects are the Jewish Museum Berlin in Germany and the master plan for the redevelopment of the World Trade Center site in New York following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
