Cannot Quote by Paul Kagame
“We cannot just be a corridor to smuggle minerals out.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: National Development Address, Rwanda, 2016
Advocates for moving beyond passive roles in resource extraction, urging active participation in value‑adding processes.
In simple terms: Don't just transport minerals; add value yourself.
Key Takeaway
Promote local processing and economic empowerment.
Themes
economics
development
resource management
self‑reliance
policy
Mood
hopeful
determined
pragmatic
Type
policy
inspirational
When to use this quote
- government policy
- mining sector
- education programs
- entrepreneurship
- infrastructure projects
Key Concepts
industrialization
trade
sustainability
governance
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can a country take to develop processing industries?
- How can communities benefit from value‑added mining?
A Different Perspective
Implementation requires capital, expertise, and market access.
