The event that took place last Sunday was attended by over 60 members of Dallas Fort Worth Rwandan Community.
Addressing participants, the first counselor at the Embassy of Rwanda in U.S, Frank Kayijuka told how in ancient Rwanda, Umuganura was one of the most important ceremonies celebrated by Rwandans at the beginning of every harvest season, carried out at the king’s palace, and at the family and community level as an occasion to celebrate the country’s abundant harvest.
“Today, our tradition of celebrating Umuganura is still meaningful for Rwandans but carries another meaning. It is an opportunity to take stock of the achievements of our nation, while looking at ways of addressing future challenges, as we all thrive towards national development,” said Kayijuka, as he called the diaspora to join in on the journey that the country has embarked on, and practice self-reliance while fostering Rwanda’s development.
Kayijuka also thanked the efforts made by Rwandans living abroad, who contributed to this year’s various initiatives such as providing Mutuelle de Santé to less privileged Rwandans back home.
Rwandan traditional meals were shared as community members mingled and danced.
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