{"id":51431,"date":"2024-09-14T13:22:00","date_gmt":"2024-09-14T13:22:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/a-glance-at-upcoming-rwanda-shima-imana-national-thanksgiving-crusade\/"},"modified":"2024-09-14T13:18:10","modified_gmt":"2024-09-14T13:18:10","slug":"a-glance-at-upcoming-rwanda-shima-imana-national-thanksgiving-crusade","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/a-glance-at-upcoming-rwanda-shima-imana-national-thanksgiving-crusade\/","title":{"rendered":"A glance at upcoming \u2018Rwanda Shima Imana\u2019 national thanksgiving crusade"},"content":{"rendered":"

In an exclusive interview with IGIHE, Dr. Murigande reflected on the nation\u2019s journey and the preparations for the upcoming \u2018Rwanda Shima Imana\u2019 gospel crusade, which is making a return after several years of hiatus.<\/p>\n

Dr. Murigande, now retired, has held numerous important roles in Rwanda\u2019s political landscape, including serving as the Secretary General of the FPR Inkotanyi, representing Rwanda internationally, and heading various ministries. <\/p>\n

He has been appointed as the coordinator of the \u2018Rwanda Shima Imana\u2019 National Thanksgiving crusade, set to take place on September 29, 2024, at Amahoro Stadium.<\/p>\n

{{Reflecting on 30 years of progress}}<\/p>\n

Murigande emphasized that Rwandans from all faiths should take this opportunity to express their gratitude for the peace and stability that have been restored over the last 30 years.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis year marks a significant milestone\u201430 years after the Genocide against the Tutsi was halted, 30 years since Rwanda\u2019s liberation, the fourth Presidential elections, and the fifth Parliamentary elections since the Genocide,\u201d he remarked.<\/p>\n

He added that this anniversary is a moment for Rwandans to reflect on the nation\u2019s journey toward peace and restoration.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe peace and security we\u2019ve been able to achieve are no small feat. Many nations that went through similar traumas are still struggling, yet Rwanda has rebuilt itself,\u201d Murigande pointed out.<\/p>\n

He reflected on the transformation Rwanda has undergone since 1994, when many Rwandans were refugees scattered across the world. Today, most have returned to contribute to the country\u2019s reconstruction, and Rwanda stands tall on the international stage, with every Rwandan taking pride in their nation.<\/p>\n

Murigande stressed that Rwandans should also give thanks for the significant strides made in education, healthcare, infrastructure, electricity, clean water, food security, and other developmental areas that have lifted the country out of isolation.<\/p>\n

The upcoming event will feature performances from a host of Rwandan gospel artists, including Israel Mbonyi, Aim\u00e9 Uwimana, James and Daniel, Ren\u00e9 Patrick, Christian Irimbere, Prosper Nkomezi, Gaby Kamanzi, Ben wa Chance, Bosco Nshuti, Yvan Ngenzi, Chriso Ndasingwa, and others.<\/p>\n

{{Hope for a brighter future}}<\/p>\n

Murigande further reflected on Rwanda\u2019s rise from the ashes of the Genocide, noting that it would have been difficult for anyone in 1994 to imagine the country\u2019s current state of stability and respect on the world stage.<\/p>\n

\u201cRwanda was in a very difficult situation; it wasn\u2019t easy to foresee that it would reach this level of development and command the respect it has today,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n

Drawing from his experience as a member of the RPF-Inkotanyi, Murigande recalled the political vision that drove the party\u2019s efforts to transform Rwanda.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs someone who was part of the RPF, we always believed that if we executed our vision and worked tirelessly, Rwanda could change. That is the foundation we built on to achieve today\u2019s progress,\u201d he explained.<\/p>\n

The \u2018Rwanda Shima Imana\u2019 crusade, which began in 2012, was created to provide a platform for Rwandans to express their gratitude to God for His blessings. <\/p>\n

This year\u2019s edition, set for September 29, 2024, promises to be a significant event in Rwanda\u2019s ongoing journey of gratitude and hope for the future.<\/p>\n

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