Violence against women is not a Rwandan culture

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President Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame has joined Unity Club (UC) members for the Women’s Day Celebrations dinner which was held at Serena and organized by the Unity Club and Rwanda Leaders Network (RWLN).}

President Kagame thanked members of the Unity Club and other Rwandans who have dedicated their time to promote unity and reconciliation in the Rwandan society. President Kagame said that promoting gender equality is not just about numbers and statistics, but also the responsibility that we have for each other.

“The theme of International Women’s Day this year, Make It Happen is what Rwandans and especially Rwandan women have done and continue to do, every day. Promoting gender equality does not take place in isolation. It is an integral part of our national commitment. Any place, that does not make gender equality a priority, is probably getting other important things wrong too.”

“Women who are seizing opportunities should use those gains, to make an even greater impact, in the lives of other women. Violence against women is not a Rwandan culture and it will not be tolerated. We have a responsibility to apply the law not to support it. It should be clear that Rwandans need to respect each other and their spouses. It is said that men are the head of families, but you must know that women are the heart of our families and not assistants to men. Both men and women should compliment each other and not shame one another so that
Rwanda can accomplish so much more.” The President added

President Kagame reminded the members that that men and women need to continue working together so that the country’s future generation may have good families and a bright future.