At Nybugogo hero’s day was celebrated with all, officials as well as members of the community gathered at the centre du Marché for a short speech and later music and dancing, the speech was given by the executive secretary of Nybugogo sector.
With a grand population turnout, the people of Nyabugogo celebrated with enthusiasm, IGIHE.com interviewed some of the local residents and asked them what this day meant to them.
Faustian Ndaruhutse who works in the market as a charcoal vendor and is also a father of two told our reporter that this day signifies a good change in the attitude of Rwandans towards the importance of children.
Vestine Niraneza a vendor of groceries and a mother of four whose oldest daughter also works in the market said “this gives me hope that my children will be well taken care of no matter what kind of employment they pursue, for every parent worries about the welfare of their children, especially since many of them are now working to help their families”.
The Executive secretary of Nybugogo in her speech thanked all employees, workers, vendors and especially the children for their determination in helping Rwanda’s growth through their hard work.
She also encouraged all citizens to help in the fight against child abuse.
After the short but inspirational speeches the executive secretary told the residents “this day is your day, for everyone here is a hero, enjoy it and let us all remember those who have left us”
Shortly after the music and dancing commenced, and people from all corners begun to enjoy the evening through songs and stories, as others went to celebrate with family and friends.
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