Category: Social

{Youth in Kamonyi District have been sensitized on the dangers of human trafficking as means to further put ideas together in community policing to combat the modern day slavery that affects mainly the young generation.}

Inspector of Police (IP) Augustin Mbonyumugenzi, while sensitising about 500 catholic youth in Kamonyi on January 31, emphasised that although human trafficking is not a common phenomenon in Rwanda, a “single case is not acceptable.”

He told them that‎ the youth are the main target although a number of victims have been rescued and suspected traffickers arrested in collaboration with Rwandans and regional police institutions and organisations.

The youth were drawn from Kabgayi and Kayenzi Parishes.

“Human traffickers, normally promises people of employment opportunities in foreign countries and better schools, however, when victims, mostly girls, are forced into other exploitative activities like are gotten to these countries, they instead end up doing commercial sex and forced labor,” IP Mbonyumugenzi said.

IP Mbonyumugenzi advised them to be more vigilant and concious of people who tend to offer them such good opportunities abroad, and importantly take a courageous step to tip concerned authorities including Police, to find out about their real motives.

“How do you say that a person who you are not related or you have never met before, at first site promises to take you to foreign countries to get you a high paying job. There is always a bad motive behind this offer, the first thing that should always come to your mind is to begin suspecting such people and as a result rush to notify concerned authorities like Police and local leaders,” he advised the youth.

He further urged the youth to refrain from engaging in the trade and consumption of narcotic drugs, the substances he noted, would affect their future.

IP mbonyumugenzi appealed to participants to have ownership in the fight against criminal activities by providing credible information to security organs to ensure those involved are arrested.

Father Ronald Munyangaju of Kayenzi Parish Church, appreciated the message passed on to the youth by Rwanda National Police, and asked the youth to spread the message to effectively combat any case of human trafficking.

{Three people are still missing after a boat they were traveling on Akagera River , headed towards Tanzania capsized yesterday at around six in the evening.
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The executive secretary of Mpanga sector in Kirehe district, Modetse Nzirabatinya,has told Radio Rwanda that the boat which sunk had five people on board including a rower who survived along with another. The three have since gone missing.

He said that Marine forces intervened but were held back by darkness that reduced visibility for searching purposes.

It is said that two of disappeared passengers came from Nyagatare district while another came from Gashanda sector of Ngoma district.

Local leaders plan to organize a meeting with citizens residing astride the nearby shores so that they can begin offering services of guiding passengers that may wish to cross the river.

{Rwanda national Police has urged over 2000 youth from Kabaya catholic parish, in Ngororero district to ensure they stamp out crimes in their society especially gender based violence and drug abuse. }

The call was made by the District Community Liaison Officer of Ngororero, Inspector of Police (IP) Alexandre Minani on January 31, during the celebrations of catholic youth forum that was also attended by residents of Kabaya Sector.

“There are reports of girls who are getting married before making the required legal age, which is illegal and punishable by the law,” Minani said.

He explained that the reason why the law prohibits underage marriage is to prevent anyone from partly being subjected to violence.

He added that one of the best ways to prevent gender based violence or domestic wrangles are by ensuring that such cases of illegal marriages are eliminated.

“You should report such cases to security organs. Rwanda National Police is more than ready to partner with you in ensuring that we lead a crime-free society,” he said.

Father Théoneste Nzayisenga, who is in charge of youth in Kabaya Parish, hailed the partnership between the catholic church in Ngororero and RNP saying that, “the church uses a spiritual approach to contribute to crimes prevention which proves that this kind of partnership can stamp out crimes in our communities.”

He urged the youth to always work closely with the police and report any form of violence or anything suspicious as means to prevent any planned crime from happening.

The Executive Secretary of Kabaya Sector, Anastase Tuyizere told the youth that they are the future of Rwanda and needs to be prevented from any harm or misconduct.

{Your relationship might be going smoothly till it reaches that point where your man ought to propose, but the proposal isn’t forthcoming. This scenario pans out a lot of the times and is usually a cause for concern for many ladies.}

However, it isn’t that he doesn’t want to propose to you or get married to you, but sometimes, he’s just unsure. Marriage to a lot of men is a big deal, and to many that next step is just scary.

These are possible signs he lets out when he isn’t sure of proposing.

1. HE’S HOT AND COLD

Sure, your man loves you; but that next big step seems like an almost impossible task to him. He could be all loving today, but that fear of commitment could make him cold and different the next day.

{{2. HE ACTS STRANGE SOMETIMES}}

Fear and indecision could make even the most confident of men act so weird and strange. Fighting your fears could make one act strangely. Many ladies tend to observe that on the days leading to their proposal, their man kept acting strangely.

{{3. HE ASKS INDIRECT QUESTIONS}}

Sometimes, in a bid to overcome his fear that he isn’t making a mistake, he could ask you weird and indirect questions that you probably don’t know the reason behind the question.

Most times, he even puts you through tests just to make sure you are the right one for him.

{{4. HIS FAMILY}}

Sometimes, his family could be the reason why he hasn’t yet popped the question. His mum could be a deciding factor for most men and if she doesn’t approve of you, it could make your man hesitate a bit.

How does his mum treat you? How does his family treat you? The answer to these questions could tell a lot.

{{5. HE FEELS UNCOMFORTABLE WHEN YOU TALK ABOUT MARRIAGE}}

A man that’s not sure of proposing would also feel slightly uncomfortable when you talk about anything related to marriage and proposal. Whether it’s a friend’s marriage you are talking about or you asking marriage related questions would make him feel edgy.

Not every man feels sure of proposing and not every man can assure himself that he isn’t making a mistake yet. Sometimes, it’s up to the lady to prove that he isn’t making a mistake without being desperate.

{Leaders of UNILAK Students’ Council yesterday handed donations to retired soldiers from Muyumbu sector, Rwamagana district that come together under COPAMU cooperative, in recognition of their services towards the liberation of the country.}

The donations included; a sewing machine and sweaters. The leader of students’ delegation, Claude Umurage Ndahiro, said that the support is part of recognizing retirees’ efforts to liberate the nation.

“When we look into the past, we see that you sacrificed a lot and so pay tribute to your achievements. We credit your bravery and that of fallen comrades. I am sure God stays by your sides. Keep upholding bravery as you started” he said.

“You played a role in country’s liberation and we now study in a safe country. In the past it was a shame to be called Rwandan but foreigners now strive to earn Rwanda citizenship,” added Ndahiro.

Robert Musifiwa, the officer in charge of rehabilitating retired soldiers in Eastern Province has commended UNILAK students for supporting the nation in the recognition of retired soldiers for a good job they did.

The president of COPAMU, Vedaste Mudidi, has also commended the students; “These are our children and future heroes. We thank you our children for the spirit of caring and feeling of concern for other people’s welfare,” he said

One of retired soldiers, John Murigande has adviced students to be honest which will help them become heroes.

“Heroes exist, die and others born. I request you to be honest. It pleases us to stay in a safe country where we struggled for liberty seeing children growing and progressing in it. I wish you would become heroes.”

Every year Rwanda celebrates the Heroes’ Day on 1st February with various themes centering on Rwandan history and encouraging Rwandans to embrace heroism.

{Lies are not uncommon as far as relationships are concerned. There are some simple lies almost every lady must have told at a point in time; probably to a man she’s dating or to a man that’s asking her out.}

You would hardly see a lady that hasn’t told a lie while growing up or even till present. Some are simple white lies while others are not too simple.

This promises to be fun; read on as the ladies little lies get exposed.
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1. I’M ON MY PERIOD}}

I don’t think there isn’t a lady that hasn’t told this lie; using period as a reason not to have sex is common among ladies. It could be because she isn’t probably in the mood or she’s angry with her man or maybe because she suspects the guy just wants to take advantage of her; there are so many scenarios where this happens but almost every lady most have told this lie.

{{2. I’D BE READY IN A MINUTE
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That one minute might lead to an hour. This is one white lie every lady tells; we know you want to look good, we know you need to have your makeup spot on, we know it isn’t something that you can rush up within seconds, but come on; it’s quite frustrating when we have to go through this time after time.

{{3. I DON’T HAVE A PHONE}}

I think every lady must have told this lie at a point in time. There was a period when this lie was the quickest lie every lady had to tell to a guy she really doesn’t like; it’s not as common as it used to be but every lady must have told this lie at one point in time.

{{4. I’M NOT ANGRY}}

This is also another lie that holds sway to this day. You can feel the anger boiling through her, you can see the expression on her face, yet she tells you that she isn’t angry. This is one lie that would forever remain.

{{5. I. DIDN’T HEAR MY PHONE RING}}

When a lady is getting tired of her man or when she’s avoiding a guy she doesn’t like, this is one lie and one action she takes to frustrate him. Most times, she heard those calls but probably didn’t want to pick; sometimes it could be genuine though, but I wouldn’t always bet on that.

{{6. I’M NOT READY FOR A MAN YET}}

{Insecurity might seem ordinary, but it’s a huge problem that could harm your relationship. We all have insecurities in one way or the other, but it boils down to how we manage them. One could feel insecure for financial reasons, for health reasons, for how you look. Insecurity could come in diverse ways and as revealed in this article can affect your relationship, if it isn’t handled.}

With these three tips, you can fight your insecurities and let it out of your life.

{{1. FIGURE WHAT YOUR INSECURITIES ARE}}

You can’t stop what you don’t know; the first step to handling your insecurities is by knowing what they are. Figure out what it is that makes you feel so insecure or out of place, try to figure out what makes you sulk unnecessarily and what makes you unhappy and fear for no reason. When you figure this out then you have gone a long way in your fight against insecurities.

{{2. TALK TO YOUR PARTNER ABOUT IT}}

Talking to your partner about your feeling of insecurity is another important step. When your partner doesn’t know how you feel about certain things, they would unconsciously expose you to them without knowing. However, talking to your partner would make them help you through your feeling of insecurity and give you the confidence to overcome it.

{{3. BE READY TO FACE IT}}

You now know what your problems are, you have talked about it with your partner; so it’s left for you to take the bull by the horn and face those insecurities, because at the end of the day, you are the only one that can truly solve them.

This might not be an easy feat, but with time you would overcome your insecurities only when you are ready to face it.

Insecurities make you feel uncomfortable with yourself; they give you that below-average mentality, and it can harm your relationship. Don’t let your feeling of insecurity harm your relationship.

{The District Police Commander (DPC) of Rulindo, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Felix Bizimana has appealed to residents to stand up jointly against all forms of crimes, but singled out drug abuse as one of those crimes that require immediate collective response.}

SSP Bizimana made the call on January 28 while speaking to hundreds of Rulindo residents, shortly after a public exercise to destroy contraband of drugs seized from varied successful public-facilitated operations in the district.

The destroyed drugs include 60 kilogrammes of cannabis and banned gin that include 64 litres of kanyanga, 41 dozens of African gin, 13 dozens of Blue Sky, 25 dozens of Chief waragi and 75 dozens of Kitoko

“These destroyed drugs were seized because of you, and those who were arrested in these crimes were because of your timely information,” SSP Bizimana said, calling for continued cooperation and collaboration to combat such crimes.

“At this level, you should be knowing what drug abuse can do to our communities. It creates thieves, fuels fighting and disputes and destroys families. There are all reasons for each one of you to stand up against drug abuse to protect your children, your families and communities against such insecurities that drug abuse brings along,” he noted.

The residents were also given an insight into laws that punish traffickers, sellers, abusers and even those that make others, especially the under-aged, to abuse drugs.

Making, selling and use of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances attracts a prison sentence of up to five years and a fine of up to Rwf5 million under article 594 of the penal code.

Facilitating another person to use drugs attracts a penalty of up to three years in prison and a fine of Rwf500, 000 to Rwf5 million under article 595 while under article 596, inducing a child to use narcotic drugs is punishable with an imprisonment of between five and seven years.