Author: IGIHE

{The RFP-Inkontanyi candidate President Paul Kagame, who is set to win with a landslide, continues to draw huge crowds to his rallies, unlike his opponents.}

On Saturday, the incumbent campaigned in Nyagatare the largest and second most populous district in Rwanda located in Eastern Province, before continuing his campaign trail to Gatsibo and Kayonza.

Before addressing a rally in Nyagatare, Gatunda the supporters sang “Ni wowe” meaning “It is you” and “Kagame wacu” , our Kagame.

The RPF Chairman said that Nyagatare District is a symbol of national unity and diversity ushered in by the RPF Inkotanyi after the Genocide against the Tutsi.

“Nyagatare is a symbol of unity and diversity. It’s probably the only district whose residents came from other parts of the country,” He said

Before the liberation of the country in 1994, three-quarters of Nyagatare was part of the Akagera National Park and the government of national unity decided to re-demarcate the park ensure a better habitat for the animals and also find space for people.

President Kagame called upon Nyagatare residents in particular and Rwandans, in general, to work hard to ensure bequeathing Rwanda to the future generation a country that is developed, secure and united.

“We lived here in Gatundu, we fought hard from here, we won. After we won, we embarked on rebuilding this region and we are not done yet,” said the Chairman.

He hailed the continued partnership with other political organizations that had joined RPF Inkotanyi supporters for the rally, just like on other rallies, saying that nothing beats a unity of purpose.

In Nyagatare, Kagame told the supporters that the district has made strides but there is a lot more he will do for them when he remains in office in the next seven years.

“There is a lot ahead that we want to achieve, all you need is to be patient because there is a lot in store for us. I will work to ensure that no citizens are left behind in the development journey of the country.”

He then addressed over 100,000 residents of Gatsibo District on the third campaign stop of the day that he began by addressing two back-to-back rallies in Nyagatare.

“We can endure any challenges we face because they are leading us to an even better future,” he said to the applause of the residents.”

He told them that much has been achieved but there is still a long way to go, adding that August 4 was an important date for Rwandans in their continued quest for sustainable development.

“The next seven years should leave us in a better place in terms of development and I have no doubt about that,” he said in the rally he addressed from Kabeza, Kiziguro Sector of Gatsibo.

He thanked the other political organizations that chose to work with the RPF Inkotanyi in the interest of Rwandan people.

In Kayonza, he thanked the residents saying that he loves to greet them in evening because they are neighbors.

RPF-Intonkanyi supporters who lined up along the Rwamagana-Kayonza route waved and sang about the achievements made by Kagame in Rwanda for all those years he has been President.

{The Chairman of RPF Inkotanyi and flag bearer, President Paul Kagame, on Sunday told residents of Kirehe district that everyone must play a role in staying on the course of development.}

The President was addressing over 100,000 RPF-Inkontanyi supporters during his campaign trail in the Eastern Province, during his first stop of the day in Kirehe District.

“The country’s security, development and women empowerment for which Rwanda has won global accolades, should not be taken lightly, but rather everyone must play a role in staying the course.

“All we strive for is to ensure inclusive development…to ensure you embark on activities that can help you and your families prosper,” Kagame said.

He added that the way they turned up in large numbers for the rally should characterize their participation in other development activities which he pledged his leadership, if elected, will continue to champion.

The Chairman thanked the people of Kirehe for their hospitality, specifically thanking them for being hospitable to the thousands of people who a few years ago were expelled from neighboring Tanzania.

{The National Police Traffic and Road Safety department has called for vigilance to protect and ensure the safety of all road users.}

The call was made by the spokesperson for Traffic and Road Safety department, Chief Inspector of Police (CIP) Emmanuel Kabanda, who explained that some motorists breach traffic rules and regulations especially in the ongoing presidential campaigns, calling it “an intolerable malpractice.”

“The campaigns or any other events do not replace laws; they are organized and conducted in consideration of other legal and safety instruments, and traffic rules and regulations are among those legal tools that ensure that people are safe on roads as they enjoy their electoral rights,” CIP Kabanda said.

“Every vehicle should be used for its purpose and with all the requirements. If it’s licensed to transport people or goods, that should be respected. Appropriate action will be taken against any driver or vehicle that will be found in activities that are contrary,” he added.

He noted that although there are no major incidents in the ongoing election campaigns, road users should remain vigilant.

The traffic spokesperson outlined having vehicle insurance and mechanical inspection certificate, driver’s license as well as respecting road safety signposts, as some of the requirements to prevent road carnage.

“It doesn’t mean that if your mechanical inspection certificate is still valid, you can’t again take your vehicle for inspection. It’s about acting responsibly and vigilance. It is all about your safety, the safety of passengers and all road users, and at the same time ensuring the well-being of families and dependent’s,” CIP Kabanda said.
He also reminded motorcyclists to always wear helmets, reflector jackets, have insurance and driver’s license, and strictly transport one passenger.

{The Ministry of Education has announced that it will commence with the project of constructing houses for teachers that had stalled. }

The project was initiated by the Ministry of education (MINEDUC) in partnership with the Ministry of Local Government (MINALOC). Since the inception of the project in 2013, about 300 were constructed and now serve residential houses while 116 were mid way constructed.

Rwanda Education Board (REB) told IGIHE that such houses are a solution to the challenge faced by teachers working in Kigali City and other towns.
REB says that two houses are expected to be constructed in every Sector with the capacity to accommodate eight, including four female teachers, and four male teachers.

The Director for Rwanda Education Board, Gasana Janvier in an interview with IGIHE, revealed that; “Initially the budget was understated so we had to carry forward the payments to the next fiscal year. Some funds were allocated to meet urgent project needs.”

In some other cases, Gasana adds “Some houses were occupied by people that are not teachers.