The pledge was announced by Minister of Defense, Gen. James Kabarebe in Kimironko as he participated in the monthly community work, Umuganda. <\/p>\n
Gen. Kabarebe told the participants that President Kagame sent him to thank the residents for their commitment in building the nation as reflected in their massive participation in the monthly Umuganda. <\/p>\n
\u201cAs you may see, the school was not in a good-shape. President Kagame made the Rwf5 million contribution in his capacity as a citizen. The money will facilitate Rwanda Defense Forces and citizens in constructing the school,\u201d Kabarebe said.<\/p>\n
Gen Kabarebe added that the Head of State had explicitly requested that the construction process does not take more than six months.<\/p>\n
\u201cAnd when the General issues a command, we carry out the orders. In six months from now, you will find the school standing with its new 18 classrooms,\u201d Kabarebe assured Kimironko residents.<\/p>\n
He added that with the partnership between Defense Forces, the district and residents, completing the project will be easily done. <\/p>\n
Speaking to the press, Gasabo District Mayor, Stephen Rwamurangwa noted that with additional classrooms, there will be ample room for learners and an improvement in the study environment. <\/p>\n
\u201cThe new 18 rooms will get the school in tandem with the Ministry of Education’s requirement of 45 students per classroom, reducing overcrowding and facilitate delivery of quality education,\u201d Rwamurangwa said<\/p>\n
Groupe Scholaire Kimironko has a student population of over 1000 children.<\/p>\n