The International Security Conference on Africa (ISCA), an international non-governmental organization registered in Rwanda, held its inaugural conference (ISCA2025) at the Kigali Convention Centre, Kigali, on 19–20 May 2025. His Excellency President Paul Kagame of the Republic of Rwanda graced the event, which brought together policymakers, security and military chiefs, diplomats and international partners. ISCA 2025 represents the first international security conference of its kind, focused on Africa by Africans and partners. Calls were made during the conference for African ownership, stronger institutions, and purposeful partnerships in security and development.