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Africa-Press – Rwanda. President Paul Kagame awarded President Denis Sassou-Nguesso of the Republic of Congo with the National Order of Honour (Agaciro) medal on July 21.
It is in recognition of his “exceptional leadership and dedication to building a more stable and prosperous Africa,” Kagame’s office announced via Twitter.
The National Order of Honour is awarded to a Rwandan or foreign Head of State or Head of Government, the head of an international organisation or a high-ranking official who has distinguished himself or herself by acts promoting the interests in political, economic, and social welfare at national or international level.
CHEERS. President Kagame and his Congo-Brazzaville counterpart, Sassou-Nguesso cheering at a State Banquet.
This happens at a time when Sassou-Nguesso is on a two-day state visit to Rwanda. Kagame decorated his counterpart during a State Banquet.
The awarding ceremony of National Orders is governed by the Presidential Order determining the nature, awarding and declaration of national orders.
Besides Agaciro, other National Orders are: National Order of Friendship (Igihango), National Order of Performance (Indashyikirwa), National Order Of Culture (Indangamirwa) and National Order Of Bravery (Indengabaganizi).
President Paul Kagame and First Lady, Jeannette Kagame, sharing a light moment with President Sassou-Nguesso at a State Banquet
Several officials attending a State Banquet
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