Such problems are not solved in one day but there is a great step toward peace and security in the region.

I know that the fact that I am candidate to my own succession in 2017 can be perceived to be a bad thing by some part of the public opinion outside Rwanda and I don't mind because I know that I am doing it for a good cause. It really doesn't matter to me that my name is associated to those critics as long as I know that I am doing the will of the people.

The history and national interest of Rwanda and the Rwandan people dictate our national orientation.

Rwanda has its own problems and never sought to blame others or cause others trouble. I advise Burundi to do the same.

Infrastructure is key, but also how it's used, and that's political.

Rwanda is not over needing aid, but we can survive with less aid than before.

The West has institutions that can punish the misconduct of individuals. What drove Rwanda and Africa into decline was the fact that certain people weren't held accountable. When we move to make corrupt mayors or officers answer to the courts, people always immediately say that we are repressive. But should we allow these people to continue to get away with it?