The song reflects on heroes’ deeds and encourages Rwandans particularly the youth to uphold the legacy.
As a retired soldier, Munyanshoza has told IGIHE that he has deeper understanding on the value of heroes and wanted to remind Rwandans on outstanding deeds of heroes through the song.
“As a retired soldier trained on patriotism and understanding the value of heroes’ legacy, the song is my contribution to spread awareness of their outstanding deeds so that we altogether walk the journey towards upholding heroes’ legacy,” he said.
The artist also encouraged Rwandans to concert efforts to consolidate gains.
This year, Rwanda is celebrating Heroes Day for the 27th time.
Rwanda has been celebrating National Heroes Day since 1999, with heroes classified into three categories; Imanzi, Imena and Ingenzi.
Those classified in Imanzi are; late Gen. Maj Fred Gisa Rwigema former commandant of Rwanda Patriotic Army and Unknown Soldier.
Imena includes King Mutara III Rudahigwa, Michel Rwagasana, Agathe Uwiringiyimana, Félicité Niyitegeka and Nyange Students.
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