‘Ancient World’ Poem - Performance by Naleli Rugege

“Do you know who you are? Your gifts are of no use to me if you do not.”

‘Ancient World’ is a powerful, revealing poem that was written by Afroshow Productions Rwanda and performed by Naleli Rugege during the opening ceremony of the Next Einstein Forum 2018 in Kigali Rwanda. The poem received an ovation as it boldly set the mood for the rest of the forum. Through Rugege, ‘ancient world’ speaks clearly. “The night has passed...I have come to show you a future… I am Africa and welcome to Rwanda.” the poem states... “Do you know who you are? Your gifts are of no use to me if you do not.” The poet and poem leave you spiritually glowing. This poem was dedicated to Rwanda/Africa... It seeks to show that this mighty place has already turned the page... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2OJnbmJg9Tc