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Crazy Kennar Meets President Kagame, Fulfills Dream with Memorable Selfie

Kenyan comedian Crazy Kennar met Rwanda's President Kagame at the Africa Mindset Reset Forum and fulfilled his late father's wish with a selfie.

August 25, 2026 2 min read
Crazy Kennar
Crazy Kennar

Kenyan comedian Crazy Kennar created a memorable moment at the Africa Mindset Reset Forum held in Rwanda on August 24, 2026. During the event, he met President Paul Kagame in a formal setting and made a heartfelt request that resonated with many.

Unconventional Request at Official Forum

While many attendees focused on discussions about partnerships and business, Crazy Kennar took a different approach. He shared that his late father had always believed content could open doors to unexpected places. To honour this belief, Kennar asked President Kagame for a selfie, aiming to prove that content truly can take one far.

The request was met with laughter and applause from the audience. President Kagame responded warmly, offering to take not just one but two photos. Kennar even inquired whether the president preferred to stand or remain seated before they posed together.

Social Media Buzz and Public Reaction

After the event, Kennar posted the photo on social media, captioning it: "This is what happened today😅😅. It was an honour to meet the president of Rwanda, His Excellency Paul Kagame, at The Africa Mindset Reset Forum hosted by Africa School of Governance."

The clip of the encounter quickly went viral, drawing thousands of reactions from fans who found the exchange both amusing and inspiring. Comments highlighted Kennar’s unique approach and applauded the warmth of the interaction.

  • @Tr3blig_: "Instead of asking for partnerships, business deals, he requested a selfie😂😂😂."
  • @Ssempijjastanle: "Content can take you anywhere. Crazy Kennar took that literally. 😂👏🏾 What a moment."
  • @odnat_1: "Awesome 🙌🏽 next a selfie with President Mama Samia Suluhu Hassan."
  • @Kingsmind254: "I love seeing dreams come true."

This encounter has been celebrated as a testament to the power of content creation and the unexpected opportunities it can bring.