During the CIMIC medical week that concluded on Wednesday 13th October 2021, the RDF specialised medics in collaboration with Kenya Defence Force (KDF) provided free treatment in pediatrics, gynecology, internal medicine, general medicine, ophthalmology and dental.
When he visited the medical activities at Muumandu Health Center on Tuesday 12th October 2021, the High Commissioner of Rwanda to Kenya, Dr. Richard Masozera said the KDF and RDF collaboration demonstrated the EAC integration spirit.
Maj Gen S O Radina, KDF General Officer Commanding Border Security visited the RDF medical services at Muumandu Health Center and thanked the Rwandan Contingent for work done emphasizing that the local community benefited from Rwandans’ medical expertise.
“When the cooperation is good, it is our people who benefit” he said.
Col R Kiptoo, the Chair of EAC Defence Liaison Officers said the EAC secretariat was happy with the work done by respective EAC Armed Forces Contingents and was convinced that the activities contributed a lot in deepening and widening the cooperation between EAC member states.
He further noted that the patients who received these medical treatment were extremely satisfied with the services offered by RDF.
Obadiah Biraro had held the position since June 2011. The cabinet meeting held in 2016, extended his office term for more five years prior to his replacement.
The appointment is part of resolutions of the cabinet meeting held on Wednesday 13th October 2021 chaired by President Paul Kagame.
Another appointee is Nadine Umutoni Gatsinzi who has been named the Director General of National Child Development Agency (NCD).
He previously served as Kigali City vice mayor in charge of socio-economic affairs.
Among others, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Rose Muhisoni has been appointed the Deputy Commissioner General of Rwanda Correctional Service (RCS) replacing Jeanne Chantal Ujeneza who recently moved to Rwanda National Police (RNP) as the Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP) in charge of Administration and Finance in April 2021.
ACP Muhisoni previously served as the Deputy Commissioner for Community Policing.
Misigaro was apprehended in Mugaruka II Village, Nyakagezi Cell, Gahara Sector in possession of 40 metres of electricity cables.
Chief Inspector of Police (CIP) Hamdun Twizeyimana, the Police spokesperson for the Eastern region, said that information was provided by the affected residents, whose power lines connecting their homes were cut and cables stolen.
“There was power outage in the villages of Rurama and Rubira in Nyakagezi cell in the night of Octover 9th and 10th. When REG came to restore electricity, they realized that the main cable from the transformer had been cut and stolen. The cable was replaced and power restored,” CIP Twizeyimana said.
Since then, investigation commenced to identify and arrest those behind the vandalism of public infrastructure.
“Most residents pointed at Misigaro as the prime suspect. Indeed, when Police officers conducted a search at his house in the morning of October 12, they recovered a cable of about 40 meters long, and he was taken into custody,” CIP Twizeyimana further said.
This is the second time that Misigaro has been implicated in similar criminal activities this month.
He was handed over to Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) at Gatore station for further investigations and legal process.
Article 182 of the law relating to offences and penalties in general states that “any person, who maliciously demolishes or damages in any way, in whole or in part of construction, building, bridge, dams, water pipes and their routes, railway rails or any other means of communication or electric power infrastructure, wells or any other constructions, which do not belong to him/her, commits an offence.”
Upon conviction, he/she is liable to imprisonment for a term of not less than three (3) years and not more than five (5) years with a fine of not less than Rwf3 million and not more than Rwf5 million.
The statement released last night shows that 86 people have caught the virus out of 7714 sample tests, one recovered while four are critically ill.
A total of 1,707,418 people have been fully vaccinated while 2,738,816 received the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine since Rwanda began countrywide inoculation program on 5th March 2021.
Coronavirus symptoms include coughing, flu, and difficulty in breathing. The virus is said to be transmitted through the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract.
Rwandans are urged to adhere to COVID-19 health guidelines, washing hands frequently using soaps and safe water, wearing face masks and respecting social distancing.
The pardon granted to Dr. Habumuremyi has been announced through a cabinet communiqué released on Wednesday 13th October 2021.
“Pursuant to the powers conferred upon him, His Excellency the President of the Republic granted pardon to Dr. Pierre Damien Habumuremyi,” reads part of the communiqué.
The former Prime Minister was arrested in July 2020 following the closure of the Christian University of Rwanda (CHUR) to which he was owner and legal representative.
The university management was also accused of not paying lecturers and other employees, which had prompted an audit from the Higher Education Council.
Before closure by the Ministry of Education, his university had campuses in Kigali and another one in Karongi District.
Alleged crimes were in connection to anomalies in the management of the university where he was said to have accumulated millions of francs in debts to different suppliers to his university. The university management was also accused of not paying lecturers and other employees.
Dr. Habumuremyi owned 60 percent of the university’s shares, while his son owned 30 percent and the Vice-Chancellor 10 percent.
He was charged alongside Charles Serushyana, a former accountant of the university, but he was later acquitted.
During trial proceedings, the prosecution said that Dr. Habumuremyi had over Rwf1 billion debts.
Dr. Habumuremyi appealed against the sentence recently in Nyarugenge Intermediate Court, which commuted his sentence by 1 year and 3 months.
The clemency nullifies the three-year jail term and Rwf892 fine that Dr. Habumuremyi was handed by Nyarugenge Intermediate Court on 27th November 2020.
He will however have to clear all debts he owed to plaintiffs.
Habumuremyi served as Prime Minister of Rwanda from 7th October 2011 until 24th July 2014. Since 2015, Habumuremyi has served as the chairman of Chancellery for Heroes, National Orders and Decoration of Honour prior to his arrest.
Dr. Habumuremyi was born in Ruhondo, Musanze district on 20th February 1961. He pursued studies in different countries including the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), France and Burkina Faso.
Curfew hours previously started from 11p.m through 4.a.m.
The decision is part of resolutions of the cabinet meeting held on Wednesday 13th October 2021.
The cabinet meeting has also resolved that all businesses must close by 11p.m.
As per new measures, public offices will continue with essential staff at no more than 75% capacity while other employees continue working from home on rotational basis.
Private businesses will continue at full capacity and must comply with COVID-19 preventive measures.
Bars shall also continue to resume gradually. Recreation, entertainment facilities are permitted to resume gradually at 50% maximum capacity while customers must be fully vaccinated and should possess negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours.
Among others, all services held at places of worship should not exceed 50% maximum occupancy.
Swimming pools, massage parlors and saunas shall reopen gradually. Customers must be fully vaccinated (except persons under 18 years of age) and should possess negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours.
These measures will take effect nationwide effective from 14th October through 14th November 2021.
Citizens are reminded of the critical importance of complying with health measures including physical distancing, properly wearing face masks and hand hygiene.
Following the recent announcement of Sanlam’s new brand promise to empower millions of Africans to “Live with Confidence”, the continent’s largest non-banking financial services group has begun to put it into practice with the launch of an inspirational team of Confidence Coaches. This is the first in a series of initiatives that aim to empower consumers to live with the kind of financial confidence that makes a real and lasting difference.
Sydney Mbhele, the Chief Executive of Brand at Sanlam has said that the company put forward the initiatives with a belief that confidence is the game changer that can greatly increase people’s chance leading to success.
“Confidence unlocks possibility, motivates you to reach your full potential, and allows you to live your best life. Learning to live with this kind of financial confidence, however, is a journey, and this is exactly what our brand promise is all about. No matter where your starting point is, we’re committed to equipping you with the right tools, support and guidance to help you get from where you are to where you want to be,” he revealed.
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The coaches are a diverse mix of two well-known personalities and influential voices who will share personal insights and offer practical tips on how to live with confidence through a series of online conversations. With the intention of connecting with Rwandans in the most engaging way possible, Sanlam has partnered with personalities that consumers will relate to and be inspired by ‘’People who not only live confidently, but do so no matter the challenges life throws their way’.
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Leading the line-up is world-renowned coach José Mourinho. Voted the world’s greatest football coach of the 21st century, he has built a career on his exceptional ability to identify, nurture and develop confidence in others so that they can perform at their best. Through his journey, José has not only learnt how to handle success, but how to confidently bounce back from setbacks too.
“We’re really excited to have José on board as our lead coach and star of our new advert,” Mbhele continues. ”As an organisation operating in 45 countries on and outside the African continent, his broad appeal and personal connections with the continent makes him the perfect choice.”
Fans will have the opportunity to connect with José for a one-on-one coaching session through the Confidence Coach bot on Facebook Messenger to chat about goals, life plans and overcoming obstacles. He’ll make notes and share a unique take away and reminder with you afterwards: your Confidence Rulebook.
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Starting her career in 2008 as a radio presenter at the University of Rwanda’s radio station, Sandrine has worked at several radios, becoming one of Rwanda’s favourite female personalities.
During an interview with a local newspaper, she said: ’’To everyone who has a dream, it is possible, be yourself, don’t try to be someone else, don’t copy because you will always be one step behind. Work hard and never stop learning’’. Known for her hardworking spirit and commitment to whatever she puts her mind into, Sandrine will be sharing more about her story across her social media channels to inspire the audience to live with confidence.
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The first Rwandan musician to win the Prix Decouvertes RFI musical, Buravan has toured multiple African nations, garnering him regional -East Africa- celebrity.
Buravan rose from humble origins via sheer hard work and dedication. He is now regarded as one of the country’s most admired musicians. Followers will be able to join in the conversation on his social media channels as he provides lessons on how one of his main secrets to success has been living with confidence.
The campaign message is further reinforced in Sanlam’s new advert (which has just gone live across digital channels and on TV and through a series of Confidence Rules).
Specifically developed to support all Rwandans on their journey to financial confidence, these rules about life and finance offer an easy-to-follow, practical guide for consumers to apply in their daily lives from today.
“We wanted to keep it human, personal and authentic throughout,” said Mbhele, adding: “Rather than solely highlighting financial confidence, Sanlam has set out to inspire a better relationship with finances by first unpacking the significance of greater confidence in all aspects of life.”
He explained that Sanlam’s Confidence Coaches aren’t financial experts, but rather real people with real stories and life lessons to share.
Drawing from their own experiences, each will talk about life in the context of circumstances and important decisions. All of these conversations and platforms ultimately work towards the bigger goal and purpose of Sanlam’s campaign: to help more and more people live their best lives and feel equipped to navigate the challenges that may come their way through financial confidence.
“Everyone wants to live with financial confidence, knowing they’ve got the best chance at a good life. But for many people, our call to live with financial confidence might seem overwhelming or even impossible,” says Mbhele.
“But we’ve set out to offer really practical steps to get there – simple, actionable steps to help anyone along their journey,” he added.
To find out more and connect with the Confidence Coaches, visit https://www.facebook.com/SanlamConfidenceCoach/
You can also access more information through Sanlam’s Instagram and Twitter handle.
Some online marketplaces have land-based stocks used to deliver to clients while others connect buyers and sellers through distributor’s website or application.
Kanis Retail Rwanda Ltd is one of such companies tapping into online platforms to improve service delivery.
Founded by Patel Kalpesh, Kanis Retail Rwanda Ltd is a new online store that boasts a wide range of products including, clothes, home appliances like fridges, technology devices, printers, laptops, smartphones, toys, drinks and kitchen utensils among others.
Kalpesh has said that he founded the online shop after realizing hurdles one would go through to find some home appliances by the time he arrived in Rwanda in 2019.
“To find a solution for people who would not access home appliances of their choice easily, I created the online platform so that they can get quality products. The platform boasts a wide range of products with uncompromised quality,” he said.
Kalpesh explained that his platform trades products from renowned manufacturers, plans to increase the products gradually and reduce the time it takes to deliver to clients.
Currently, clients can place orders from more than 5400 products available on the platform. Kanis partners with different companies including LG, Samsung, Apple, Oppo, Hp and Dell to meet customers’ demand delivering brand new products of desired choice.
Patel has revealed that clients have different payment options using MTN Mobile Money or Airtel, cards or pay cash in hand upon delivery of goods. The company is currently offering up to 10 percent discount on every product.
“People should not worry about quality. They just need to visit out platform and select items of their choice to be delivered with no delays. They are of super quality and durable. We remain committed to continue leveraging the power of technology to facilitate people’s transactions,” he said.
The warranty period to repair any defects is also granted depending on the types of purchased products.
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Merchants with quality products can trade through Kanis platform. The request for partnership is submitted via provided website link www.kanis.rw, to register and fill a designated form. The company visits interested traders to assess the quality of their products before entering agreement to sell through the platform.
“You can make sales through Kanis under our program dubbed ‘kanis affiliate partner’ where a trader can sell products or recommend clients to earn 5% of the total profits,” explained Patel.
The registration is free.
Apart from home appliances, Kanis also has a specific platform www.kanisfood.com designed for delivery of foods ordered from different restaurants in Kigali.
Today, Kanis makes deliveries in Kigali City and plans to expand footprints countrywide.
Interested clients can place orders through the website www.kanis.rw or access products using an application downloaded from Playstore or App store.
The accused, identified as Mohd Ashraf Ali, has been booked under sections of the UAPA Act, Explosives Act and Arms Act by the Delhi Police’s Special Cell.
According to police officials, Ali hails from the Punjab province of Pakistan and has been living in India for the last 10-15 years.
“We received a tip that a terrorist was hiding in Laxmi Nagar and could be planning something big in the coming days. Based on the inputs, raids were conducted and Ali was apprehended from his house around 10 pm on Monday. We found an AK-47 along with several arms and ammunition from his house. We suspect he was planning a major attack in the city,” said a senior police officer.
Police said he was living in India under the name Ali Ahmed Noori. He obtained identity cards through forged documents, they added.
Special Commissioner of Police (Special Cell) Neeraj Thakur said Ali was questioned and at his disclosure, the AK-47 and other weapons were recovered from his hideouts in Delhi. Sources said the weapons and forged IDs, such as an Indian passport, were recovered from Kalindi Kunj, Turkman Gate.
“Peace is much more than the absence of violence. The precondition for sustainable peace is a shared understanding of the root causes of a conflict, by a broad range of stakeholders in society,” he said.
The President made the call on Tuesday 12th October 2021 at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC)’s Debate on Peacebuilding and Sustainable Peace.
Chaired by Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta, the meeting was attended by UN Secretary-General António Guterres, Rwandan President Paul Kagame, former South African President Thabo Mbeki and a civil society representatives among others.
As he delivered remarks, Kagame also shared thoughts on what sustainable peace may entail, picking an example from Rwanda’s recent experience.
“First, peacebuilding should be understood as an ongoing process, a constant search for solutions through dialogue and consensus, as we say in Rwanda. It may not be possible to entirely prevent all conflicts. In fact, disagreements and grievances will always be there, in one form or another. But the intensity and impact of conflicts can be minimized by remaining attentive to local needs and expectations,” said Kagame.
This means, according to the President, investing in the capacity of institutions and individuals, so they can deliver the results that citizens expect and deserve.
Secondly, Kagame highlighted that there is no universal template that can be transferred automatically from one context to another.
He said that external advice and examples can be helpful in encouraging reflection and finding new approaches noting that Rwanda has benefitted from various partnerships.
“Third, we must reckon with the growing power of social media to exploit vectors of division in society, that can quickly weaken the social fabric. Finally, peacebuilding is not a purely technical enterprise. It is deeply political and human and must take account of the emotions and memories that various parties bring to the table,” underscored Kagame.
Despite the opportunity to learn lessons from previous failures and successes of peacebuilding processes, Kagame said that the international community’s toolbox has hardly changed.
To this end, the President shared thoughts on Rwanda’s experience along resilience journey after the 1994 Genocide against Tutsi where success is always an option in whatever circumstances.
“Rwanda’s post-genocide trajectory is marked by a consistent focus on national unity, inclusion, and service delivery. There are other positive examples from Africa, and beyond. Practical and tangible partnership is critical,” he said.
“Rwanda’s experience is that, no matter how bad the situation appears, success is always an option. Let’s build on today’s debate, and challenge ourselves to work together to demand better results in international peacebuilding,” added Kagame.
Speaking at the meeting, UN Secretary‑General António Guterres also urged countries to include and involve all segments of the population in the process of rebuilding communities and sustaining peace.
