The Rwandan community in Kenya has officially launched Agaciro Development fund.
The function was presided over by Hon. Christopher Bazivamo the National Vice chairman of RPF accompanied by Hon. Patricia Hajabakiga, both Members of parliament of the East African Legislative Assembly(EALA), and in the presence of the Rwandan High commissioner designate, Mrs. Yamina Karitanyi.
Hon. Bazivamo told the Rwandan community in Kenya that Rwandans willingly decided to contribute to Agaciro Development fund to render support to government efforts in developmental programs of the country.
The idea conceived in the last National Dialogue (Umushyikirano) and was latter approved by cabinet.
Two accounts were opened,one in US dollars and another in Kenya shillings at the Commercial Bank of Africa. The account numbers are: 6503940078 USD and 6503940065 Ksh.
The RPF vice chairman requested the Kenyan Diaspora to support and contribute to the fund. He informed the audience that so far 16 billion Rwanda Francs have been contributed in Rwanda, and the money will be well utilized on essential government developmental projects.
Hon.Bazivamo pledged a contribution of USD 1,000 towards opening the Rwandan Community in Kenya – Agaciro Development Fund.
He also explained that the Rwandan Patriotic Front(RPF) is in preparation of celebrating twenty five years of existence. “alot has been done in the reconstruction of the country, good governance, democracy and reconciliation.”
Bazivamo added there is still more to be done and the celebration will be to reflect where more efforts are needed. There are many activities that have been planned at different levels to celebrate the achievements including competitions in cultural songs, dance.
There will also be public speeches on various topics like efforts to eradicate poverty, unity and reconciliation, government programs. the RPF’s main objective is to strive for the well being of all Rwandans; the RPF vice chairman emphasized.
What the Rwandan people do they should not do it to be praised but should do it for the good of the country and for the benefit all the citizens of the country. The main celebration will be held on 1st October 2012.
Bazivamo explained the prevailing political and security situation between Rwanda and DRC. “DRC still hosts FDRL rebels who committed genocide and are a threat to Rwanda security.”
To date the international community has not been able to find a solution but instead people come up with false accusations against Rwanda of supporting M23 rebels in DRC.
He explained efforts that have been made to resolve the conflict in Eastern DRC, and expressed optimism that a solution will be found.
Hon. Patricia Hajabakiga said in celebrating RPF’s 25 years of existence, it is an opportunity to reflect on our past as the Rwandan people and adequately plan where we are going.
Hajebakiga further clarified that contrubtion to Agaciro Development fund is voluntary and each person contributes according to ability.
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