{"id":2000114165,"date":"2026-06-02T07:55:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-02T05:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/?p=2000114165"},"modified":"2026-06-01T19:13:33","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T17:13:33","slug":"a-collective-commitment-to-never-again-king-faisal-hospital-rwanda-honors-genocide-victims-at-bisesero","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/a-collective-commitment-to-never-again-king-faisal-hospital-rwanda-honors-genocide-victims-at-bisesero\/","title":{"rendered":"A collective commitment to \u2018Never Again\u2019: King Faisal Hospital Rwanda honors genocide victims at Bisesero"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The visit brought together members of the broader King Faisal family of institutions, reflecting a shared commitment to remembrance, unity, and the preservation of Rwanda\u2019s history for future generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The visit, organized as part of the ongoing Kwibuka 32 commemoration activities, marked a significant milestone, as employees from the three institutions had jointly participated in a memorial activity of this nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The initiative brought together staff members from different generations and professional backgrounds, reinforcing a shared commitment to remembrance, unity, and the prevention of genocide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While King Faisal Hospital Rwanda has consistently participated in genocide commemoration activities over the years, this year’s visit marked a significant milestone as it brought together staff from KFH, the KFH Foundation, and AHSU, reflecting the shared values that unite the King Faisal family of institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their participation underscored a collective commitment to remembrance, education, healing, and nation-building while honoring the victims of the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why the visit matters<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Bisesero Genocide Memorial Site stands as one of Rwanda\u2019s most important historical landmarks, preserving the memory of thousands of victims who were killed during the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It serves not only as a place of mourning and remembrance but also as a center for education and reflection on the devastating consequences of hatred, division, and poor leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During the visit, participants toured various sections of the memorial and historical accounts and engaged in discussions about the importance of preserving collective memory and promoting peace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Honoring victims and learning from history<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking during the visit, King Faisal Hospital Rwanda\u2019s Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Frederic Ngirabacu, paid tribute to all Rwandans affected by the Genocide Against the Tutsi and expressed appreciation to the Government of Rwanda for preserving memorial sites that safeguard the country\u2019s history for current and future generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He emphasized that memorials are more than historical landmarks; they are living testimonies and tangible evidence of what occurred during one of the darkest periods in Rwanda\u2019s history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt is important that history is never forgotten,\u201d he said. \u201cOur purpose for coming here is not only to honor the victims but also to ensure that such atrocities never happen again. We have a responsibility to ourselves and to future generations to continue learning, healing, and transmitting these lessons.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mr. Ngirabacu also recognized the courage and sacrifice of those who stopped the genocide, noting that the tragedy ended because Rwandans took responsibility and stood against the perpetrators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe must not only remember the victims, but also appreciate those who stopped the genocide. We honor both those who are still living and those who have passed away. Peace and freedom do not come by chance or by miracle; they are achieved through courage, sacrifice, and responsible leadership,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lessons on leadership and responsibility<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A key message highlighted during the visit was the role leadership plays in shaping society. Participants reflected on how destructive leadership and extremist ideologies contributed to the genocide, while responsible and courageous leadership helped restore peace and rebuild the nation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The visit served as a reminder that understanding history is essential to preventing future atrocities and fostering values of unity, inclusion, accountability, and respect for human dignity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The role of youth in preserving memory<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mr. Ngirabacu further stressed the critical role of young people in ensuring that the history and lessons of the Genocide Against the Tutsi remain alive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He noted that many of the perpetrators and organizers of the genocide were young people who had been influenced by divisive ideologies, while many young people also played a vital role in stopping the killings and rebuilding the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cYoung people are at the center of both the present and the future of every nation,\u201d he said. \u201cMany of today\u2019s youth were born after the genocide and did not experience it firsthand. It is therefore our responsibility to educate them, share these lessons, and ensure they understand the consequences of hatred and the importance of protecting humanity.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A shared commitment to \u2018Never Again\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The joint visit by KFH, the KFH Foundation, and AHSU demonstrated the institutions\u2019 collective commitment to remembrance, healing, and education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By coming together at Bisesero, participants reaffirmed their dedication to preserving the memory of the victims, honoring the heroes who stopped the genocide, and promoting a future founded on unity, peace, and responsible citizenship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As Rwanda continues its journey of remembrance and resilience, such initiatives remain vital in ensuring that the lessons of the past are passed on to future generations and that the pledge of \u201cNever Again\u201d remains a living commitment for all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Participants toured the Bisesero Genocide Memorial and reflected on lessons from Rwanda\u2019s history.
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Employees from the King Faisal family of institutions paid tribute to victims of Genocide against the Tutsi during a commemorative visit to Bisesero.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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The delegation reflected on the importance of preserving collective memory for future generations.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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The visit served as a reminder of the devastating consequences of hatred and division.
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The Bisesero memorial visit brought together professionals from different generations and backgrounds.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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The visit to Bisesero brought together staff from three institutions in a shared act of remembrance and reflection.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Staff from King Faisal Hospital Rwanda (KFHR), the King Faisal Hospital Rwanda Foundation (KFHRF), and the African Health Sciences University (AHSU) also laid wreaths at mass graves of the memorial. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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The joint visit highlighted the King Faisal institutions\u2019 collective pledge of \u2018Never Again\u2019.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Staff from King Faisal Hospital Rwanda, the KFH Foundation and AHSU have visited Bisesero Genocide Memorial to honor victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.
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Bisesero Genocide Memorial is located in Karongi District. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Staff members gathered at Bisesero to reaffirm their commitment to unity, remembrance and peace.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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The memorial visit formed part of Kwibuka 32 activities aimed at preserving the memory of genocide victims.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Staff from King Faisal Hospital Rwanda (KFHR), the King Faisal Hospital Rwanda Foundation (KFHRF), and the African Health Sciences University (AHSU) came together on Friday, May 29, 2026, for a commemorative visit to Bisesero Genocide Memorial Site in Karongi District to honor the victims of the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi and reflect on the lessons of Rwanda\u2019s history.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":2000114169,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[46],"tags":[],"byline":[170],"hashtag":[],"class_list":["post-2000114165","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-social","byline-igihe"],"bylines":[{"id":170,"name":"IGIHE","slug":"igihe","description":"","image":{"id":0,"url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/?s=96&d=mm&f=y&r=g","alt":"Default avatar","title":"Default avatar","caption":"","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","sizes":[]},"user_id":8}],"contributors":[{"id":170,"name":"IGIHE","slug":"igihe","description":"","image":{"id":0,"url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/?s=96&d=mm&f=y&r=g","alt":"Default avatar","title":"Default avatar","caption":"","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","sizes":[]},"user_id":8}],"featured_image":{"id":2000114169,"url":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/KEVE3152.jpg","alt":"","caption":"The visit to Bisesero brought together staff from three institutions in a shared act of remembrance and reflection.","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":1000,"height":667,"sizes":{"thumbnail":{"url":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/KEVE3152.jpg","width":150,"height":100},"medium":{"url":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/KEVE3152.jpg","width":300,"height":200},"medium_large":{"url":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/KEVE3152.jpg","width":768,"height":512},"large":{"url":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/KEVE3152.jpg","width":1000,"height":667},"full":{"url":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/KEVE3152.jpg","width":1000,"height":667}}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2000114165","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2000114165"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2000114165\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2000114180,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2000114165\/revisions\/2000114180"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2000114169"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2000114165"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2000114165"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2000114165"},{"taxonomy":"byline","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/byline?post=2000114165"},{"taxonomy":"hashtag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/hashtag?post=2000114165"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}