After holding talks on Sunday 30th January 2022, they also witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Rwanda Development Board (RDB) and TotalEnergies to develop collaboration in various sectors.
Kagame thanked Pouyanné for his visit to Rwanda and launched collaboration through signed agreements.
Pouyanné who also met with member of Rwanda’s Private Sector revealed that TotalEnergies pledged to fast track the implementation of signed agreements in the areas of energy and education among others.
He underscored that the coming to Rwanda is a result of cordial relations between Rwanda and France and urged Rwandan investors to expand footprints to Mozambique where TotalEnergies runs different projects.
The chairperson of the Association of Petroleum Importers in Rwanda (ASIMPER), Eric Mutaganda said that TotalEnergies is set to open doors to Rwanda and expected to provide different opportunities.
TotalEnergies runs operations in more than 130 countries.
The French firm has an investment worth US$20 billion in Cabo Delgado, Mozambique under a project dubbed ’Liquefied Natural Gas’.
During the ceremony held on Friday 28th January 2022, Rotarians also shared dinner with Amb. Vrooman and wished him well in his future endeavours.
They also reminisced on good moments they have had with him during his four-year tour of duty in Rwanda and commended his contribution to Rotary Club.
Rotarians also described Amb. Vrooman as a man with virtues and humility.
“You don’t see that diplomatic fame in him. He is so humble to the Club. There is no activity done for Rwandan community that he missed. He empathized with people and helped vulnerable people and joined members during tree planting exercises among others,” said Rotarian Kelechi Anyanwu Reginald, one of the Club’s members.
“Even though he is in high diplomatic position, he has done extraordinary work and supported the society by contributing to various projects. Vrooman has actively participated in our Club and supported both Rotarians and Rotaracts,” revealed Suman Alla, the President of Rotary Club of Kigali Virunga.
President Suman highlighted that they Rotarians have learnt a lot from values of Amb. Vrooman, particularly, his humility.
“He is a humble man. It took us to great learning from him because you can go far in your professional life, in diplomacy or business but when it comes to Rotary, we are all equal. He has shown it by setting an example by doing what he does,” Suman affirmed.
Rotary Club members also disclosed that Amb. Vrooman was welcoming and open to interact with anyone seeking to engage in discussions on the way forward for particular projects to materialize.
“Rotary Club of Kigali Virunga has been my home for last four years in terms of non- professional work. The Opportunity to practice about self and to support the Rwandan community were possible through the Club,” said Peter Vrooman.
He recalled some of activities in which he contributed through the Club, namely; the construction of a transit accommodation facility for cancer patients in Kibagabaga, supporting schools, improving people’s livelihoods, planting trees and kitchen gardens among others.
Amb. Vrooman pledged to continue working with Rotarians to impact the society positively.
Rotary Club of Kigali Virunga is one of seven Rotary Clubs in Rwanda.
Peter Hendrick Vrooman had presented credentials to President Paul Kagame on 6th April 2018 replacing Erica Barks-Ruggles who had held the position since 2014.
During his tour of duty, Vrooman was particularly admired for friendly interactions with Rwandans and efforts to learn Kinyarwanda where he was heard at different times holding speeches in the language.
The recent report of National Agricultural Export Development Board (NAEB) shows that Rwanda generated US$444.8 million (over Rwf447 billion) from agriculture in 2020/2021 fiscal year.
Apart from tea and coffee, fruits and flowers are among businesses generating huge returns in the country. Of the horticultural produce exported within the region in 2020, vegetables came on top with 62.5% of total earnings while fruits accounted for 37.25%. At the global market, earnings from vegetables stood at 37.49% while fruits accounted for 62.75%.
The figures reflect how agriculture presents huge opportunities with high returns and gives optimism that the country’s ambitions to promote agricultural exports are being achieved.
The Government of Rwanda continues to facilitate cross border traders through implemented measures and agreements with partner countries.
It is against this backdrop that Rwanda has signed trade agreements with member states of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA). The country also signed similar agreements countries from the European Union and East Africa among others.
All these agreements are expected to remove barriers restricting farmers’ access to markets, improve their livelihoods and enhance their contribution to national economy as well.
Considering the aforementioned agreements as well as high demand and profitability of horticultural produce, we thought it could be your turn to tap into available opportunities and become a millionaire.
This article elaborates some areas of investments in horticulture that could make 2022, the beginning of a new era for a prosperous future.
{{Passion Fruit}}
Passion fruit is an ideal product to grow on Rwandan soil.
Varieties grown in Rwanda are Passiflora edulis (Purple passion fruit) and Passiflora flavicarpa (Yellow passion fruit), Sweet passion fruit, Giant passion fruit, Banana passion fruit.
Passiflora Edulis (Purple passion fruit) which grows between 6 to 8 months in Rwanda is the most appreciated on the European market.
Demand for Passion fruit in the European market is estimated at about 375,300 tonnes per year, which translates to about $861 million every year.
As per report released by ‘Manufacturing Africa report’ recently in 2022, the export of passion fruit to the EU can fetch a gross profit margin of 48%, assuming a wholesale price of US$4840 per tonne.
This report also indicates that the transport costs to the EU is approximately US$1800/tonne if the exporters take advantage of Rwandair subsidized tariffs.
Jackson Mugisha, the CEO of Jacks Business Group, a company that works with investors to cultivate Passion fruits, says that the fruit is highly demanded on the market and promising to generate high profit.
“If you want to enter into the passion fruit business it is better to work with experienced companies/farmers that embraced best practices because it is more reliable,” he says.
There are other cooperatives like ‘Coopedush’ which works with many farmers to promote and generate returns from passion fruit business.
NAEB also says that Passion fruit is good crop promising to bring quick profit to the farmers.
Passion fruits mainly grown in Gakenke, Rulindo, Gicumbi, Musanze and Burera districts.
{{Chia Seeds }}
Chia seed is an organic product that has been farmed in Rwanda for the past four years. This is one of the few crops that a farmer grows with market assurance as farmers sign a contract with buyers before.
Chia seeds became widely popular in Rwanda after Bertrand Nkurikiyimana from Akenes and Kernels started this project in Ngoma in 2022.
The companies founded by Rwandan diaspora in Belgium and Zambia as an initiative to invest in homeland and contribute to national economy, Akenes and Kernels Ltd and Api organic Rwanda work with Rwandan farmers to grow the crop for exportation.
As the leading exporters of chia seeds in Rwanda, they first sign contracts with farmers as potential buyers.
One of the farmers who works closely with Akenes and Kernels, Fabrice Mukwiye said: “Chia seeds are profitable in a short period of time because their demand is high on the market.”
Between 800kgs and 1200 kgs can be harvested on one hectare. One kilogram is costs Rwf 3000.
They are used for various purposes prompting high demand in the European and Latin American market. Among the many benefits, Chia seeds helps with blood pressure and reduce the risks of heart diseases, to name a few.
Currently Chia seeds are grown in Kirehe, Bugesera, Kayonza, Nyagatare and Rwamagana districts.
{{Chili/hot pepper}}
Chili is in high demand on the European and Chinese market.
Some of the varieties grown in Rwanda are the Rwandan bird eye chili, Red chili, Orange chili, Yellow chili and Habanero.
According to the ‘Manufacture Africa report’, European demand for chilli is roughly 1.5 million tonnes per year, which translates to about US$ 2.7 billion, while China needs 78,500 tonnes at a value of US$56 million.
The same report showed that the export of Fresh Chili to the EU can fetch a gross profit margin of 49%, assuming a wholesale price of US$ 4,360/tonne.
The transport cost to the EU is approximately US$ 1,800/tonne if the exporters take advantage of RwandAir’s subsidized tariffs.
Chili Farmers in Rwanda, reveal they can easily expect half a million Rwandan Francs per week for every 21 Acres of Land farmed.
Some of small holder farmers are working with Gashora farms, the biggest Chili exporter in Rwanda that landed a deal to supply 50,000 tonnes of dried chili worth $100 million to China as local partners.
As per NAEB’s annual report for 2019/20, chili was produced on 881.2 Ha at different sites of Rwabicuma, Muyanza, Musha, and different scattered individual farms located in Ndengo sector of Kayonza district and Kabare sector, Nyagatare, Kicukiro, Bugesera and Rusizi district.
{{Macadamia Nuts}}
Macadamia presents a significant investment opportunity for export oriented investors servicing the global market.
A single Macadamia tree bears fruit in 4-5 years, and the profit becomes higher as it gets bigger, one single tree can bear between 50-75kgs.
A Rwandan Farmer that harvests 50-75kgs can expect the profit between Rwf17,500-26,000 in case a kilogram is sold at rwf350.
According to NAEB, there are two processing firms in Rwanda namely; Norlega Macadamia Rwanda Limited and Rwanda Nut.
Norlega Macadamia Rwanda Ltd supplies to local clients such as Hotels, supermarkets and RwandAir.
This type of crop is highly demanded globally and mostly exported to Kenya, Japan and Turkey. A kilogram is generally sold at US$10-20.
NAEB shows that Rwanda produces about 16,000 metric tonnes that generate US$30 million annually.
This nut is currently grown in the Southern, Eastern provinces and the southern part of Northern Province.
{{French beans}}
Fresh beans are a profitable crop for which there is a year-round demand. French beans from Rwanda are mainly exported to the United Kingdom, Belgium, France and Dubai.
At least 10 tonnes can be harvested on one hectare and sold at Rwf500 per kg.
NAEB says that processing of the French beans, including canning and freezing, has not yet started in Rwanda. This could be a good business idea and opportunity for investors.
The report released in 2020 by a Netherland based firm named ‘Traide’ indicated that Rwanda exported 451,000 tonnes of French beans in 2018 that the export continues to grow exponentially.
Gicumbi district in the Northern Province is the leading producer of French beans.
Other passengers were rescued by fishers who brought them back to the dock.
The executive secretary of Bushenge sector, Damas Uwimana has told IGIHE that the accident happened as wind gusted the boat when it rained.
He requested passengers traveling with boats to always wear life jackets and notify relevant authorities of their trip and the number of passengers onboard.
Eighteen of passengers onboard were rescued alive while the search for the missing person is ongoing.
At the pass-out, IGP Munyuza was accompanied by Rwanda’s High Commissioner to South Africa, Amb. Eugene S. Kayihura, who is also accredited to the Kingdom of Lesotho.
The Police Chief is in Lesotho since January 25, at the invitation of his counterpart, Commissioner of Police Holomo Molibeli as the two Police institutions continue to strengthen cooperation in various matters of policing to face emerging security challenges collectively.
The pass out ceremony was presided over by the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Lesotho, Dr. Moeketsi Majoro.
Other present at the colourful ceremony was the Minister for Police and Public Safety for Lesotho, Lepota Sekora, Commander of Lesotho Defence Force, Lt. Gen Mojalefa Letsoela, the South African Police Service National Commissioner, Lt. Gen. Khehla Sitole, and Senior Deputy National Commissioner for Eswatini Police, Dr. Lydia Dlamini among others.
Rwanda National Police (RNP) and Lesotho Mounted Police (LMPS) signed a memorandum of understanding in Kigali in August 2021 outlining key areas of cooperation, including partnership against terrorism, organized and transnational crimes; capacity building in community policing; exchange of information and expertise; as well as training opportunities and expertise development.
Other areas include development and exchange of training materials and curricula, combating proliferation of small arms and light weapons, timely exchange of information on criminals and criminal activities, and joint operations.
During the bilateral meeting between IGP Munyuza and his host Commissioner Molibeli on Wednesday, the two Chiefs of Police recommitted to making the pact a success and to explore other areas of partnership against transnational organized crimes and capacity development.
The raised capital is a sign of trust in the growth of the bank by the shareholders and a way to strengthen its ability to provide financial solutions to its customers.
With the raised capital, the bank is currently positioned to meet market demands and sufficiently respond to the needs of customers.
According to the bank’s management, the Rwf7.4 billion raised from shareholders last year is a testament of confidence and ability of the bank to serve the Rwandan market, contribute to the growth of the Rwandan economy and a proof of continuous growth of the bank as one of the many subsidiaries of BOA Group.
BANK OF AFRICA – RWANDA is a private commercial bank that operates in Rwanda serving businesses, entities and individuals. It began operations in Rwanda in October 2015. So far, the bank has 14 branches, including 8 branches in Kigali and 6 branches in the country. (Muhanga, Huye, Musanze, Rubavu, Rusizi and Kayonza).
The latter is part of BANK OF AFRICA Group (BOA Group) which opened in 1982 with its head office in Bamako, Mali before moving to Dakar in Senegal. BOA Group is present in 18 countries: 8 in West Africa, 8 in East Africa and the Indian Ocean region, the Democratic Republic of Congo, France& changai China
The group also has a network of 17 commercial banks, 1 global holding company, 2 regional holding companies, 1 investment company, 2 technical support subsidiaries, 2 processing and IT support companies, and 1 representative office in Addis Ababa.
Since 2010, BOA Group has been majority-owned by Moroccan Bank of Foreign Commerce (BMCE Bank) whose name recently changed to Bank of Africa, ranked 3rd largest bank in Morocco.
The development was announced on Wednesday 26th January 2022 at the official inauguration of an innovation hub built in Musanze district of Northern Province.
The room is expected, among others, to tackle joblessness through the creation of new jobs.
After entering agreement with the Government of Rwanda through the Ministry of ICT and Innovation, JICA has built innovation hubs in different districts across the country including Huye, Rwamagana and Musanze.
Speaking at the inauguration of Musanze Innovation hub; the mayor of Musanze district, Janvier Ramuli said that the facility is expected to bring positive transformations and create new jobs through digital innovations.
“This will serve as a platform to bring together the district’s youth for job creation. It will also extend access to technology and nurture their talents. We are confident that expended efforts will yield big for our youth,” he noted.
The Governor of Northern Province, Dancille Nyirarugero also highlighted that the hub signifies a lot to the area considered as a tourism hub.
She urged the youth in the province to tap into opportunities made available given that training and digital access at the center are free of charge.
The Ambassador of Japan to Rwanda, Masahiro Imai has said that his country and Rwanda have common aspects as countries not rich in natural resources which requires to rely on human resources development.
He explained that Japan has been promoting technology since 2010 with a view to create jobs and attain sustainable development.
“As we all agree, human resources are the foundation for sustainable growth. We are trying as much as we can to support Rwanda’s Vision 2050. Human resources and technology will play a critical role to this journey of building knowledge based economy. Therefore, it is no brainer that Vision 2050 will be achieved by leveraging the power of human capital with digital means,” Amb. Imai said.
Under this program, JICA has agreed to provide training at the center and latest equipment.
The Chief Representative of JICA in Rwanda, Maruo Shin has told IGIHE that attaining needed transformations, requires substantial efforts at different leadership levels to ensure the program is successful.
The youth from Musanze will turn up to the center to craft different innovative artworks.
They can design maps in different shapes, eye catching drawings, writing on sign posts using digital means and carpentry among others.
Desailly Mupenzi who has been undertaking training as a facilitator said that the center is poised to bring positive impact.
“Musanze is a touristic district. The artworks produced at this center are splendid. We are optimistic that the center will help us to generate more than expected money,” he said.
Diana Mutoni Gahima, Business and Market Intelligence Analyst at Rwanda Information Society Authority (RISA) has stressed that setting up the innovation hubs in secondary cities aligns with programs to discover and nurture new talents in rural areas.
As manufacturing remains one of a strategic contributors national economy, the automobile industry presents huge potential in accelerating Rwanda’s industrialization process, promoting the innovative development of manufacturing industry, increasing employment and promoting consumption upgrading. In the context of the Belt and Road Initiative, the China-Rwanda cooperation is expected to accelerate Rwanda’s transportation infrastructure. With the continuous improvement of infrastructure, the range of people using cars is also expanding, and the demand for cars is growing rapidly.
With the rapid development of economy and strong manufacturing capability, China’s automobile industry system improves day by day. China’s automobile production is increasing by a large margin every year. Currently, China has the ability of exporting large-scale industrial technology. In recent years, Chinese automobile brands have been going to southeast Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, Europe, Africa and many other countries and regions, and the market share is constantly increasing, competing with other well-known international brands. This shows that the product quality of Chinese auto brands has been tested by the market.
As Chinese auto brands are slowly forming influence and competitiveness in the international market, Rwanda has been added to the large network with the coming of two Chinese automobile manufacturing firms namely; Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor Co., Ltd. and Liuzhou Wuling Motor Co Ltd which have been represented by Carcarbaba in Rwanda.
The latter have thirty years of automobile manufacturing experience, and gradually shift from simple vehicle export to targeting at professional research of localized plant construction and local distribution.
In the future, Dongfeng and Wuling are expected to continue to accelerate innovation and transformation to provide consumers with more comprehensive automobile products. China, which has formed a world-class automobile manufacturing system, would like to share the high-quality cars of these two automobile brands with more Rwandan people
Generally, the biggest challenge of the economic cooperation between two countries is the trade barrier, which will increase the complexity of products entering the market. Therefore, the Rwandan government provides many preferential and convenient policies for the enterprises that come to Invest in Rwanda. Rwanda has a good business environment, which lays a good foundation for the development of Chinese auto brands in Rwanda. Chinese enterprise is not only selling products to Rwanda for the sake of profit but also brings high quality cars in Rwanda and cooperates with the well-known technical colleges IPRC to discuss automobile teaching courses.
If there is no systematic automobile after-sales service system, it will be very difficult for the car brand to thrive in the market. Through joint training repair mechanics, the company provides staff support for auto after-sales service, which raises Rwandan consumers’ confidence and experience of DONGFENG & Wuling automobile. The Chinese company does not only help to upgrade Rwanda’s automobile industry, but also brings more maintenance technology to increase employment opportunity.
Rwandan government is making new energy development strategy as a long-term development goal. It aims to ease air pollution. In line with the natural conditions and economic development planning, green travel is recommended. Dongfeng and Wuling are also expected to actively promote the new energy automotive technology industry research and industrial upgrade. In the future, they plan to continue exploring the deep integration of new energy and automobile industry so that they might meet Rwanda’s future development strategy.
After setting up showroom in Rwanda, IGIHE has caught up with the management to give more details about the new investment, uniqueness of these brands and advantages for local customers.
{{Q1: Why did you choose these two brands–Dongfeng and Wuling?}}
Because Dongfeng and Wuling are very popular with Chinese consumers, the auto groups of both brands sell millions of cars in a year in China. These two brands not only have considerable sales volume in the Chinese market, but also have been recognized by local consumers in South America, Southeast Asia and other markets.
Therefore, we hope to introduce the product lines of these two brands into the Rwandan market to offer local consumers more choices.
{{Q2: In which context did the company set up an automobile showroom in Rwanda?}}
Before I came here, I had heard that Rwanda had a reputation as the “land of a thousand hills”, with clean streets, high levels of anti-corruption and a good business environment, which are all positive signs for foreign investors. Meanwhile, we also know that the local car market in Rwanda is highly competitive, and consumers would like to have more choices to buy cars with higher quality, more competitive prices, and consistent quality service. So, we finally decided to set up our first automobile showroom and garage in Kigali.
{{Q3: Which model is the most recommended for Wuling and Dongfeng?}}
Dongfeng currently promotes an SUV called T5EVO, which is defined as a Trendy SUV. Wuling, on the other hand, promotes RONGGUANG series of small trucks, which can meet the transportation needs of small and medium-sized merchants at a lower price. In short, we have both passenger vehicles and commercial vehicles, which meets the needs of consumers.
{{Q4: What kind of after-sales service support do you offer?}}
We know that for local car users, perfect after-sales service is the biggest weak spot in their daily use of cars. Accordingly, warranty policies will be provided for different brands of vehicles. Besides, since we are the agent of these brands, customers do not have to worry about after-sales parts. We have professional maintenance engineers dispatched by manufacturers to provide automobile service guidance. Furthermore, we explore to train technical maintenance personnel with local schools. Through these measures, we hope to create a perfect after-sales service system to give users a better car use experience.
{{Q5: What do you think of your brand’s advantage}}?
The Chinese auto industry has the advantage of being a late bloomer. The quality of the core parts is as good as other brands and the design of the exterior and interior is even better. Product quality can be guaranteed while maintaining a reasonable price. And we are the sole agent of the manufacturer, setting up the showroom on behalf of manufacturer, with a strong after-sales service system.
{{Q6: Where do you see yourself in the next ten years?}}
In the future, Carcarbaba will set up an automobile sales service chain network in other African countries to provide local people with more choices of high-quality products and offer perfect after-sales service.
{{Q7: Now, Rwanda is promoting green travel. Will you bring new energy vehicles in Rwanda?}}
In the past few years, countries have actively participated in carbon neutralization, including China, and the Rwandan Government is unwilling to lag behind. We have learnt that the Rwandan government issued a policy to provide various free tax incentives for the import of electric vehicles. Our existing electric MPV, electric SUV, sightseeing vehicle, golf cart, new energy truck, new energy motorcycle and other electric vehicles will be introduced to Rwanda in due time to bring more purchasing choices to local consumers. We also plan to set up car charging stations in Rwanda.
{{Q8: How are you positioned to create job opportunities in Rwanda?}}
For now, we have reached a project cooperation with IPRC Kigali, the largest vocational training school in Rwanda, to provide local students with the maintenance technology training of new energy vehicles and of other products, and provide more professional talents for the local automobile after-sales service market.
At the same time, since our business has been localized, we will recruit local employees for sales, operations, after-sales service and other related positions. We hope to expand our business and recruit more local talent in the future.
“Following the visit to Rwanda of Lieutenant General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Senior Presidential Advisor on Special Operations and Commander of Land Forces of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) on 22nd January 2022, the Government of Rwanda has taken note that there is a process to solve issues raised by Rwanda, as well as commitments made by the Government of Uganda to address remaining obstacles,” reads part of the statement.
“In this regard and in line with the communiqué of the 4th Quadripartite summit held at Gatuna/Katuna on 21st February 2020, the Government of Rwanda wishes to inform the public that the Gatuna border post between Rwanda and Uganda will be reopened from 31st January 2022,” adds the statement.
As is the case for other land border posts in the country, the statement reads, health authorities of Rwanda and Uganda will work together to put in place necessary measures to facilitate movement in the context of COVID-19.
The Government of Rwanda has reiterated commitment to ongoing efforts to resolve pending issues between Rwanda and Uganda.
Rwanda also expressed optimism that the announcement will contribute positively to the normalization of relations between the two countries.
Gatuna border had been closed in 2019 following Rwanda’s concerns over Uganda’s support to dissidents intending to threaten its security and series of arrests of Rwandans incarcerated illegally in the country.
At the time, Rwanda advised citizens not to travel to Uganda for their security following testimonies of over 1000 Rwandans tortured and deported from Uganda.
The decision has had negative impact to citizens’ of both neighboring countries.
Apart from worsened relations, the value of trade between both countries dropped from US$250 million in 2018 to US$10 million.
On 22nd January 2022, Lt Gen Muhoozi who is also the first born son of President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni held talks with President Paul Kagame on his visit to Rwanda.
It is said that the discussions bore fruits leading to a step further towards restoring relations to normal.
Before the visit of Lt Gen Muhoozi, Rwanda and Uganda had tried to mend relations through the mediation of DRC and Angola nut ended up in vain.
Despite the tensions, both countries did not close embassies until the current milestone.
On Tuesday, January 25, other 70 Police officers from Ruhango and Huye districts also donated blood.
The voluntary exercise is meant to support the National Center for Blood Transfusion (NCBT), which is conducting the blood donation campaign.
It is also in line with the agreement signed between RNP and Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC) in March 2017 to partner in aspects of health and security related healthcare.
The long-term partnership also focuses on blood donation, fighting narcotic drugs especially among the youth; mental health interventions and fighting sexual and gender based violence.
The agreement also include cooperation in enforcing laws and regulation against risks of Non-Communicable Diseases, fighting counterfeit, selling and smuggling of pharmaceuticals; research activities, creation of data base for healthcare provision; prevention and detection of fraud and public funds embezzlement in healthcare agencies.
Yvonne Twiringiyimana from the National Center of Blood Transfusion commended RNP for the spirit to donate blood to save lives.
“RNP has always donated blood, and this is the will that continues to define our Police officers, who take the lead in ensuring the safety of the people in all aspects of human security,” Twiringiyimana said.
She pointed out that donating blood is donating life but added that this also provides an opportunity for the donor to know the status of their health.
RNP spokesperson, Commissioner of Police (CP) John Bosco Kabera said that Police has a duty to protect the public safety including their health.
“The blood donated will be used to save lives of patients in need, which also falls under the Police human security aspect. As Police conduct operations meant to promote the national security and development, the same way it also supports the health development activities,” said CP Kabera.