Rwanda has highlighted national ownership, strong institutions, innovation, and strategic investment as key drivers for accelerating progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Minister of Finance and Economic Planning Yusuf Murangwa made the remarks during the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF 2026) held at the United Nations Headquarters, where he presented Rwanda’s experience in advancing sustainable development.
Murangwa said Rwanda’s development gains are rooted in Vision 2050 and the country’s approach of designing and implementing home-grown solutions aligned with national priorities.
He noted that faster progress on SDGs can be achieved when government priorities are supported by effective policies, efficient institutions, and investments that deliver tangible results for citizens.
During the forum, the minister shared three key lessons Rwanda has drawn from its 32-year journey of rebuilding after the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.
These include prioritising basic services that improve citizens’ lives, investing in innovation and private sector development, and expanding access to financing through mechanisms such as public-private partnerships (PPPs) and blended financing approaches.
The SDGs, adopted by the United Nations, consist of 17 global goals aimed at achieving sustainable development by 2030. Rwanda has incorporated the goals into its national development agenda, including the National Strategy for Transformation (NST) and Vision 2050.
Rwanda’s participation at HLPF 2026 comes as countries review progress and identify solutions to accelerate implementation of the global development agenda ahead of the 2030 deadline.
