Paul Kagame.

Kagame grew up in refugee camps in southern Rwanda after being born in 1957. This upbringing influenced his founding of the Rwandan Patriotic Front. He later attended Makerere University and the United States Army Command and General Staff College.

Kagame commanded the RPF takeover of Kigali in 1994, ending the Genocide Against the Tutsi. After serving as Vice President and Minister of Defence, he became President in 2000. In 2018, he served as President of the African Union. Sport became a key part of his rebuilding strategy; the International Olympic Committee awarded him the Inspiring Young People prize in 2010. He has appeared in documentaries including Coronavirus, Explained 2020 and Shake Hands with the Devil 2005.

Kagame married Jeannette Nyiramongi in 1989, and they have four children, including Ange, Ian, and Brian. He is an avid Arsenal fan and often speaks about his passion for football. His family has been involved in various philanthropic efforts in Rwanda.

Kagame rebuilt Rwanda after the genocide, focusing on development and reconciliation. But Amnesty International and other groups have criticized his rule for suppressing political opposition. He holds awards such as the Order of the Pioneers of Liberia and the Order of the Republic of Serbia. His appearances in documentaries like Clinton Cash 2016 reflect his international profile. He is remembered for leading Rwanda out of genocide and into stability.