On 1st July 2012, the Rwandan Contingent (UNMISS Juba) together with Rwandan Community living in Republic of South Sudan (RCSS) organized and celebrated the 50th anniversary of Rwanda Independence and 18 years of Rwanda Liberation.
Col. Charles Karamba, Deputy Chief of Staff in Charge of Operation UNMISS, who elaborated on the history of Rwanda before and after Independence.
The Contingent Commander, Brig. Gen. Andrew Kagame in his speech stressed the importance of reflecting on Rwanda’s past history and to build a better future, and reminded Rwandans in the Diaspora of their significant role in building their country and consolidating what has been achieved.
He highlighted the achievement by the Government of Rwanda through strong institutions notably the security institutions where RDF having ensured peace and security among the citizens, has further embarked on bringing peace to other parts of the World, more especially in the conflict zones.
He further told them that, the State has responsibility to ensure security for all Citizens within the country and outside its border by citing examples of airlifting fellow Rwandans in Egypt and Libya where their security was at stake.
The Chairman of RCSS (Guest of Honor) David Gatare, also urged the audience to take this moment to reflect on the past and the future and to enjoy what has so far been achieved in Rwanda.
He said of Rwanda’s recognition on International arena which has contributed in boosting confidence of Rwandans.
The event was attended by different guests from UNMISS headquarters, some of them are, Amb Joy Kanyange who now works with the Government of South Sudan as UN Staff, Fred Yiga Commissioner of Police UNMISS, Lt. Col. Nobutaka Matsuki Japanese Engineer Company Comdr and other UNMISS components.
The event started at around 1600hrs in Rwandan Contingent Camp at Juba, and attracted about 200 Rwandans living in South Sudan (RCSS) and Rwandan Contingent members.
Rwanda Contingent Cultural Troupe entertained the audience.
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