A delegation of ten members of the Malawi parliamentary committee on government reforms have come to learn from Rwanda’s experiences and good practices on a tour that will wind up on May 28th ,2016.
The Malawians yesterday visited Rwanda’s parliament where the president of deputy of chamber, Donatilla Mukabalisa explained to the process of the country’s reconstruction and resilience after the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi.
The Malawi delegation explained that they have come to Rwanda to learn from the country’s reforms in government institutions, decentralization process and how parliament supports reforms.
Honorable Harry Mukandawire observed that Rwanda has progressed in governance practices which prompted them to take a leaf from it as they are plan to make reforms in their country.
“We have come to learn from Rwanda’s reforms. It has economic stability and the two countries have a good cooperation. We think we can emulate similar practices.We have been surprised by Rwanda’s development after the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi,” he said.
Honorable Mukabalisa said that Rwanda will not relent in crafting innovations that support sustainable progress.
“Today’s progress is seen in implemented programs and in our vision. It is delightful that we share our best practices with others so they can as well progress,” she said.
In 2007 during the leadership of president Bingu wa Mutharika, a road of 3.5 kilometers called Paul Kagame Road was launched in Malawi’s capital Lilongwe.
Rwandans living in Malawi said that the road brought pride onto them.
Malawi would be heard among Africa countries accommodating fugitives of genocide perpetrated against Tutsi in 1994.
Honorable Mukabalisa asked Maalawi’s parliamentarians to help in justice to genocide suspects wandering in various countries of the world.
It is expected that the parliamentarians will visit different government institutions including the public service commission and the law reform commission as part of gaining knowledge in exercised reforms.

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