Rwanda is set to host the 2021 Commonwealth Heads of Government (CHOGM) meeting in June 2021 despite covid19 still roaming around. The government of Rwanda has assured delegates that the country is all set and ready to hots CHOGM in safe environment. CHOGM was originally scheduled for April 2018 but later rescheduled to mid 2020. CHOGM is one of the many meetings that were cancelled in 2019 due to the deadly virus that spreading like wildfire. The deadly pandemic started in China but later spread all over the world. Rwanda confirmed her first positive case in March 2020. In order to contain the spread of the deadly pandemic, Rwanda and all other countries across the world put travels, meetings and any social gatherings on hold. Since the outbreak of corona virus in Rwanda, the country has done its best to contain its spread. The land of a thousand hills is undeniably one of the few countries that have succeeded in limiting the spread of the virus. As of 16th Feb 2021, Rwanda has registered a total case of 17,484, recovered cases 15,125 and 239 death. Rwanda joined CHOGM in 2009 and its one of few members that were never colonized by Britain and also the youngest member of CHOGM.
2021 CHOGM meeting theme
This year, the Common Wealth Heads of Governments Meeting in Rwanda will be under the theme: Delivering a common future: Connecting, Innovating, Transforming and also looking at opportunities for Common wealth leaders to reflect new forms of global governance. In the upcoming meeting also, the participants will build united positions ahead of other anticipated meetings for example the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26).This will take place in Glasgow United Kingdom in the early days of November 2021.Leaders will more discuss on how to make their health system more resilient, making their governance models more inclusive and also promoting sustainable and attainable economies
More so, the leaders will discuss on how to strengthen social protection systems in their respective countries, how to unlock the uses of technology and how to take firm action on climate.
Why is Rwanda best for Meetings and conferences?
Over years, Rwanda has proved to be the leading destination best for meetings, incentives conferences and events of which CHOGM is among. Firstly, Rwanda is the safest country in Africa. There have not been any reported cases of civil conflicts and rebel attacks in Rwanda for the last 25 years, which make it really safe for diplomats. Also, Rwanda has the best conference centers majorly the Kigali Convention Centre that is the best in Africa with a sitting capacity of over 5000 delegates. The Kigali convention Centre 18 different venues within which make it possible for different meetings to take place in the same building at the same time.
Other things to do and see in Rwanda
In addition to your conference-meeting visit in Rwanda, the land of a thousand hills has more interesting things to offer for a great memory. Among the top things to do in Rwanda include mountain gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park. Rwanda is the luxury gorilla safari destination in the world offering the highest gorilla permits cost at $1500 each. Dian Fossey grave hike, golden monkey trekking, Musanze caves and Twin lakes complements gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park. More so, enjoy the big five game in Akagera, the only savannah National Park in Rwanda. Chimpanzee trekking and canopy walk in Nyungwe Forest National Park are a not miss on your Rwanda safari. A city tour through beautiful Kigali is a must do on your safari to Rwanda. Kigali is the cleanest city in Africa where you can hardly see any rubbish and dirt. The tourist places to visit in Rwanda include Kigali genocide memorial Centre, the presidential palace Inemo art gallery, and Kimironko market among others. Africa Adventure Safaris is at your service for Rwanda bookings and travel advice
With the ongoing preparations, we wait to see the 2021 CHOGM meeting in Rwanda