The motorcycle TVS Victor RD 763M, was recovered from the suspected thief identified as Gilbert Hakizimana, 43, who was arrested later that day.
“Hakizimana was apprehended red-handed at about 6p.m, riding the stolen motorcycle in Kibumba Village, Rwimitereri Cell, Murambi Sector,” Superintendent of Police (SP) Hamdun Twizeyimana, the Police spokesperson for the Eastern region, said.
The suspect had approached the victim in Muhura Sector, Taba Cell in Cyoga I Village pretending to be looking for a motorcycle to buy.
“Hakizimana made the victim believe that he was looking for a motorcycle to buy. This prompted the victim to put his motorcycle up for sale, and they agreed Rwf680,000.
Hakizimana tricked the motorcycle owner that he was going for a road check before buying but he never returned, prompting the victim to report the alleged theft to the Police. The suspect was located and arrested later at about 6p.m with the motorcycle,” SP Twizeyimana said.
Hakizimana was at the time heading to his home village of Kanyegero, Ryamanyoni cell, Murundi Sector of Kayonza District.
He has since been handed over to RIB at Murambi station for further investigations.
Article 166 of law determining offences and penalties in general states that; any person convicted of theft is liable to imprisonment for a term of not less than one year and not more than two years and a fine of not less than Rwf1 million and not more than Rwf2 million, community service in a period of six (6) months or only one of these penalties.
IGP Munyuza and his delegation were received by the Deputy Commander of Training Command, DAC Wendy Koh, who briefed them on various training programmes offered at the Training Command.
At the Singapore Traffic Police headquarters, they shared experiences on management of traffic and road safety.
Capacity development including joint trainings and exchange training programmes is part of the Memorandum of Understanding signed Tuesday between Rwanda National Police (RNP) and Singapore Police Force (SPF).
The cooperation agreement was also signed between RIB and Singapore Police Force.
The pact also binds the parties to cooperate in fighting and preventing transnational organized crime, exchange of expertise, sharing information and conducting coordinated operations.
The MoU further highlights partnership in fighting cyber-crime, trafficking in persons, online child sexual exploitation, money laundering, public security and public order; fighting and preventing smuggling and trade in arms, ammunition and explosives, among others.
MTN Foundation, a vehicle through which MTN Rwanda implements its Corporate Social Programs, commenced this school digitalization initiative in 2021, where a hundred million Rwandan Francs (Rwf 100,000,000) was provided to the Ministry of Education through its established institution Rwanda TVET Board to facilitate the infrastructure of computer labs in TVET schools across Rwanda.
This year, with the support of IHS Rwanda and RTB, a total of two hundred (200) computers will be donated to TVET schools coupled with the provision of one-year free internet connectivity.
Speaking on this digital initiative, Zulfat Mukarubega, MTN Foundation Chairperson of the Board, said “We are grateful for the support of IHS Rwanda and RTB in digitalizing TVET schools across the country. MTN Foundation is of the firm belief that technology is no longer a luxury but a necessity. It is therefore important that students have access to computers and internet connectivity to help them advance in their studies and participate in this modern connected life.”
MTN Rwanda, IHS Rwanda and RTB have entered into a year-long agreement where MTN, through its Foundation, and IHS Rwanda will provide computers, MTN will provide internet connectivity for one (1) year and RTB will promote the use of information and communication technology (ICT) within TVET schools from level one to five across the nation, among other responsibilities.
Paul Umukunzi, RTB Director General commented on the partnership stating “MTN and IHS contribution in skills development through ICT is valuable and opens the doors of digital World to the youth in TVET. This is the second time MTN is providing laptops to RTB, which indicates their high level of commitment in promoting digitalisation within the Rwandan TVET sector. Their support in providing internet connectivity to some schools is worth appreciating.”
Digitalization in education has significant potential to increase equality of access to, and use of education materials, consequently, MTN Rwanda continues to play an active role in supporting the country’s priorities in bridging the digital divide.
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Rwanda TVET Board (RTB) is a government institution established in 2020. It was established under the Ministry of Education, to be at the forefront of all efforts to promote TVET from level one (1) to level (5) of the Rwanda TVET Qualification Framework aimed at fast tracking the socio-economic development of the country.
Buravan passed on in the wee hours of 17th August 2022 succumbing to pancreatic cancer.
After the final farewell at parents’ home in Nyamirambo and church service at Remera Anglican Church, the casket carrying his remains was taken to Rusororo graveyard for burial.
As he led the church service, Rev Past Antoine Rutayisire used Bible verses in Psalms: 90 to comfort mourners and reminded them to be always prepared and lead life-driven purpose because everyone is a passenger.
He praised songs of Buravan noting that they were meaningful and conveyed constructive messages to the society.
Buravan’s family described him as a kind-hearted person whose heart had no room for jealousy but always strived to live in harmony with others and would apologize whenever he committed a mistake.
His cousin identified as Alain said that Buravan socialized with everyone irrespective of their age groups. He said that his legacy will continue to live on and wished him to rest in eternal peace.
His burial was preceded by a night to commemorate his life that brought together fans, relatives, government officials and envoys accredited to Rwanda among others at Kigali Conference and Exhibition Village (KCEV).
The Minister of Youth and Culture, Rosemary Mbabazi who was present at the event said that the country lost an important person whose life was characterized by humility.
“He was a son of God. We thank parents for having raised him with good manners. He exhibited special humility, which is uncommon to people who become super stars. Buravan was a pride to our nation and the African continent. The youth can emulate his values of patriotism and love God who let him come into being in Rwanda,” she said.
Buravan was an R&B, Soul and Afrobeat musician. Some of his hit songs include ’Si Belle’, ’Garagaza’, ’Oya’ and Just a dance among others. He started his music career in 2009 until 2015 when he had a major breakout in 2016.
Buravan is the winner of the Prix Découvertes RFI 2018 contest, an annual competition involving artistes from across Africa.
He is the last child born to Michael Burabyo and Elizabeth Uwikunda. Buravan attended primary studies at Le Petit Prince before pursuing secondary education at Amis des Enfants and La Colombière before joining the College of Business and Economics- University of Rwanda, to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Business Information and Technology.
The police officer identified as Claudine Mukeshimana wore civilian clothes when she was ambushed on her way returning home.
She was stabbed arriving in Rusororo Village, Kirengeri Cell in the evening of Tuesday 23rd August 2022 around 7:00 a.m.
The Executive Secretary of Byimana Sector, Patrick Mutabazi has told IGIHE that the policewoman was moving along with a cyclist identified as Emmanuel Renzaho.
As he explained, the duo encountered three people who attempted to dispossess them of their belongings. As they resisted, Mutabazi revealed, the hooligans stabbed Mukeshimana on the head and arm leaving serious wounds while Renzaho survived with a wound on the arm.
“After stabbing her, they robbed her phone and handbag. They also escaped with Renzaho’s phone,” he noted.
Mutabazi has disclosed that Mukeshimana is admitted at Kabgayi Hospital while Renzaho received treatment at a nearby health center and returned home.
Security officials in collaboration with local leaders and residents have launched investigation to identify the hooligans.
Since 2005, the Government of Rwanda initiated the Tourism Revenue Sharing Programme which aims at guiding investment in the areas surrounding the various national parks in Rwanda by ensuring that a portion of all park revenues is given back to the communities.
In 2017, the percentage allocated for community projects increased from 5% to 10%.
Figures show that revenues from Rwanda’s tourism sector have been increasing steadily following the drop by 70% owing to effects of COVID-19 pandemic.
Last year, Rwanda registered an increase by 25% in tourism revenues reaching US$164 million up from US$131 million of 2020.
In 2019, the country generated US$498 million from tourism.
The Chief Tourism Officer at RDB, Ariella Kageruka has said that the increase in tourism revenues saw funds disbursed to implement 72 projects in the outskirts of national parks in 12 districts.
She was speaking on Tuesday 23rd August 2022 at the official inauguration and handover of socio-economic community projects built under tourism revenue sharing program this year in Kayonza District, Eastern Province.
They are also part of this year’s baby gorilla naming ‘Kwita Izina’ celebrations. This year’s baby gorilla naming ceremony is scheduled on 2nd September 2022.
The projects handed over include a fish farm, industrial park, teachers’ hostels and an abattoir. Communities have also been provided a workshop for tailoring, carpentry and welding.
Kageruka revealed that the portion of revenues allocated for community projects has increased from Rwf900 million to Rwf2.6 billion.
“As announced, the Rwf2.6 billion will be earmarked for the implementation of various community projects in the outskirts of national parks. Over Rwf515 million will distributed to communities in the surroundings of Akagera National Park. The same amount will be allocated for projects in the surroundings of Nyungwe. Rwf309 million will go to Gishwati while over Rwf721 million will be allocated to communities in the surroundings of Virunga National Park,” she said.
Kageruka also urged residents on collaboration to up efforts geared towards conservation of national parks to sustain the impact of revenues generated from tourism.
The Mayor of Kayonza District, John Bosco Nyemazi highlighted that Akagera national Park holds great significance for residents considering the impact of projects undertaken in collaboration with the park’s management.
These include a fish-farming project bringing together residents who sell 30 tons every year.
Nyemazi disclosed that they also want to distribute 1.5 million fish seeds among residents. Among others, two villages have been connected to electricity while 10,000 trees were planted to beautify towns.
Other projects include an abattoir, teachers’ hostels while 34 cooperatives were grouped together and generated Rwf184 million last year.
Faustin Iyamuremye has said that the new business center workshop will help him to create linkages with clients, learn from other welders and increase income unlike the past where his business was not known because he worked from home.
The Executive Secretary of Eastern Province, Dr. Jeanne Nyirahabimana thanked RDB for having introduced the Tourism Revenue Sharing Program noting that it played a significant role to the fight against poachers.
She also requested residents to take good care of built infrastructures and stand against poaching.
The launch of these infrastructures was preceded by a cycling race that saw riders making laps in Kabare sector. Winners received brand new bicycles and smartphones.
Figures from RDB indicate that Rwf7.9 billion have been injected in more than 880 development projects aimed at transforming livelihoods of communities in the surroundings of national parks since 2005.
These community-based projects have provided clean drinking water, milk, health centres, classrooms and housing to communities living around the four national parks ; Akagera National Park, Nyungwe National Park, Volcanoes National Park and Rwanda’s newest Gishwati-Mukura National Park.
Adam, who has run a number of programmes to develop entrepreneurship globally, is one of the Queen’s Young Leaders – an award which recognises the leadership of young people in their communities. He is a well known social entrepreneur and advocate for young people and ethical business.
Since attending the Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting in Kigali, Rwanda in June of this year, the Adam Bradford Agency (ABA) has sought to forge meaningful and powerful partnerships to continue its mission to make ‘everyone a change maker’. According to a statement released by ABA, this involves equipping the next generation with the skills, confidence, opportunities and environment to thrive in their communities through business and social impact.
The Agency, which has been operating since 2011, has global bases in the United Kingdom, USA, Middle East and now Africa. It has a history of running impactful development programmes alongside its consultancy work with businesses to help them reach new markets and achieve social impact.
Adam and the Agency have teamed up with Rwanda Opportunities Organisation (RwandOpp) located in Nyabihu District, Western Province in Rwanda to launch a series of programmes across the next twelve months which will empower young people, develop rural communities and encourage entrepreneurship.
Commenting on the development; Ama Ase, Entrepreneurship Manager at the Agency has said that the inaugural programme – a rural hackathon, will see teams of young people come up with ideas which will improve their local communities and be given corporate mentorship, training, financial assistance and access to global networks to take the ideas further.
“As part of the success criteria, the hackathon will identify and solve major rural problems by bringing together diverse groups of young innovative thinkers and potential change makers, hence, improving rural people’s livelihoods in a sustainable manner through their solutions. Innovative start-ups contribute significantly to economic growth and employment nationwide. They also help to develop new and innovative solutions to challenges faced by traditional industries through cross sector innovation, thereby creating a more dynamic and competitive society. It is sure a step towards sustainable socio-economic development in the region,” he said.
Emmanuel Nshimiyimana, the CEO and Co-Founder of Rwanda Opportunities Organisation (RwandOpp) has revealed that introducing Rwanda Opportunities Organization in a rural area has helped to understand more about rural youth’s abilities, creativity and talents that need development, mentorship and opportunities for success.
“Working with Adam Bradford Agency is a great opportunity for us to maximize the impact and reach out to many youths from rural areas in Rwanda who sometimes lack opportunities for success in their lives and communities,” he said.
“Together we will equip them with development and entrepreneurship skills to shape them into entrepreneurs and change makers. We thank Adam Bradford Agency for this impactful partnership and for furthering progress after the global Covid–19 pandemic’s challenges,” added Nshimiyimana.
Having been inspired by the commitment, values and opportunities to do business which makes a positive impact in Rwanda, Adam has recently become a resident of Rwanda and sees much optimism for the future emanating out of the region.
“It has to be said that you cannot do anything which makes an impact on young people and economic development without placing the heart of that work in Africa. Working with our extended family at Rwanda Opprtunities Organisation (RwandOpp) we are really excited to be able to inspire entrepreneurship, develop communities and build a long-lasting partnership where everyone across communities benefits. It goes without saying that the warmth and openness of Rwanda made it the perfect place for us to build our African home and I am personally looking forward to everything our new expansion holds for the future,” he noted.
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RDF has revealed that their discussions focused on the ongoing counter terrorism operations in Cabo Delgado province. Maj Gen Christovao Chume commended the achievements of the Rwandan Security Forces in collaboration with Mozambique Forces in fighting terrorism in Cabo Delgado.
The Rwandan Security Forces Joint Task Force Commanders also met with the Chief of General Staff of the Mozambican Armed Forces, Admiral Joaquim Mangrasse, the Police Commander of Republic of Mozambique, Inspector General of Police Bernardino Raphaël and the Director of State Security Service, Mr Bernardo Lidimba.
Coded Beijing-3B, the satellite was lifted at 11:01 a.m. (Beijing Time) from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in the northern province of Shanxi and soon entered the preset orbit.
It will mainly be used to provide remote sensing services in the fields of land resources management, agricultural resources survey, environment monitoring and city applications.
This was the 434th flight mission of the Long March rocket series, the launch center said.
China launched the Beijing-3A satellite on June 11, 2021.
