On August 11, 2024, Paul Kagame was inaugurated for a fourth term as President of Rwanda in a grand ceremony at Kigali's Stade Amahoro. The event drew a crowd of 45,000, including many African heads of state, testifying to Kagame's central role on the regional stage.

Denis Sassou-N'Guesso, President of the Republic of Congo, was one of the dignitaries present for the occasion. His presence, alongside other African leaders, underlines the importance of the event for regional cooperation and diplomatic relations between the countries of the region. During his inaugural address, Paul Kagame reaffirmed his commitment to peace and stability in the region, particularly in the face of persistent challenges in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, while expressing his determination to strengthen national unity in Rwanda.