President Paul Kagame has encouraged citizens to maintain the hardworking spirit similar to that which enabled liberation of the country 17years ago and that has led to commendable progressive in the country.
The president who was also the leader of the liberation struggle made the remarks while addressing tens of thousands of people at the 17th liberation ceremony held at the Amahoro national stadium.
Kagame, emphasized that liberation day reminds us of the progress made from the country’s poor history that should never be repeated, “We’re now on the right path and our future is more promising”.
“Indeed, liberation is also about one’s dignity and patriotism which should be reflected in every citizen, even those living abroad,” advised the president.
He further pointed out that one’s dignity “Agaciro” was among the driving force towards the country’s development.
“I thank all Rwandans for the role you’ve played ensuring steady transformation of our country and development. Achieving all this was not easy and the road ahead is tough that’s why we all need to be hard working, and it’s time we let our actions speak for themselves,” he said.
Kagame also encouraged citizens that have been misled into enemies of Rwandan, to return to their country and join the cause for transforming Rwanda into a better country, “once they’re here they should abide by the country’s vision,” he remarked.
The president emphasized on the need for a brave attitude while one is faced with challenges.It helps one to move on. “The same attitude was exhibited by our soldiers when they were fighting for freedom until they became victorious and those who lost their lives in the liberation war; let them know that their efforts didn’t go in vain”.
Currently the progress is evident in sectors including; the Health, Education and Economic growth. Faustin Rucyabiraro an exemplary farmer gave his testimony of how he was saved by the RPF soldiers in 1996 after hiding for three weeks in the Congo forests.
When he returned to Rwanda, the security atmosphere that encouraged him into farming fascinated him. Rucyabiraro started with 250 chickens in the year2000 but now has a hectare of land and three modern cattle.
“I encourage other farmers to seek credit from banks since that’s one of the ways that enhanced my progress, I’m now a trainer at Gakenke district and I’ve severally represented farmers in both local and regional meetings.”
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