Celebrations to mark the 19th Heroes’ Day are to be held at the village level to engage citizen participation at the grass roots and for neighbours to share in the spirit of the national day.
“People will listen, ask questions and give answers on their own. So, it is more natural and an act they own. The impact will therefore be different from previous years. Besides, the coverage is countrywide since it will be organized at Imidugudu-level across the country.”
Kamali Karegesa, Executive Secretary of Chancellery for Heroes, National Orders and Decoration made the announcement today that “We want to honor Rwanda’s heroes and share lessons about heroism and make the link between heroism and Agaciro.”
The theme for this year’s celebrations is ’Heroism is the foundation of dignity and development’.
“Qualities of a hero are like those you attribute to dignity, you therefore have two related virtues that influence each other in a positive way and since our aim as a country is moving towards self worth and self reliance, this will encourage patriotism and ultimately Rwandans will be ready to confront any obstacles that may come our way.”
Karegesa noted that heroism is a virtue that leads one to perform an extraordinary act that is very useful for any society.
Such an act may influence in a positive way the well-being of the whole society.
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