We terminated our contract with Mr. Fane-Saunders’ company more than a year ago and the comments he made should be disregarded as they carry no weigh… - Yolande Makolo

We are happy with the progress that we have made but we’re not there yet. We will continue to work even as the debate on migration reaches around the world. We’re busy doing the work that we’ve all done,” she said, adding that both Rwanda and the UK are determined to make the arrangement work.

Rwanda will maintain a welcoming policy and record of caring for refugees, adding that the political judgments made today were unjustified."

We will be able to provide not just a safe haven these people are looking for but the opportunity to build new lives here and develop alongside Rwandans,