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  • Police Officers Undergo Airport Security Training

    Twenty police officers on October 2 began a 16-day training on Civil Aviation at Rwanda National Police headquarters in Kacyiru.

    The civil aviation training is conducted by Rwanda National Police in conjunction with which Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority (RCAA).

    The training which is the first of its kind is focused at enabling airport unit officers to acquire knowledge in screening and searching of passengers and baggage, a feat which will contribute to the improvement of security at Kigali International Airport.

    During the sixteen-day training, participants will be educated on the different restricted articles including weapons, explosives as well as incendiary devices.

  • Rwandan Film Maker gets Golden Award

    A Rwandan film maker Ntibahose Ishmael has recieved a golden award in the United States after his film emerged the best film from Africa.

    He Told IGIHE that he was invited to the US to talk about the Film but didnt expect he would be given an award. He is the first african to recieve such an award.

    The Film Kinyarwanda

    “Kinyarwanda,” by producer Darren Dean (“Prince of Broadway”) and director Alrick Brown (“Death of Two Sons”), explores the role played by Rwanda’s Muslim community in saving victims of the genocide, telling their stories through six interwoven narratives.

    Ishmael Ntibahose, who first conceived of the idea for “Kinyarwanda” in 2004, makes his feature debut as executive producer.

    Pic was shot on location in Rwanda. Financing was provided by a grant from the European Commission.

    Pic was shot for under $400,000, using a Red camera donated by Florida State U. Dean was encouraged to approach the university for help by his friend, the producer Ted Hope.

    Ntibahose says that while the film is largely set during the genocide, he doesn’t want “Kinyarwanda” to be seen as the latest addition to a growing list of genocide-related films.

    “The message in the film is not about the genocide,” he says. “It’s about unity and reconciliation and moving forward.”

    Ntibahose hopes that the interwoven stories would provide the fullest portrait yet of how many Rwandans crossed religious and ethnic lines during the genocide to save one another.

    The role of Rwanda’s Muslims in sheltering victims, he says, was often overlooked in film adaptations of the genocide, adding that at a time of growing tension between Christians and Muslims around the world, the film’s message was especially important.

    The true stories depicted in the film came from extensive interviews with survivors, as well as the experiences of the Rwandan crew members.

    Producer Dean says he was drawn to the script, written by Brown, because it was “telling a different side of the history of Rwanda.

    “The genocide for filmmakers has kind of become a commodity,” he says. “It’s very easy to go there and do another film about the genocide. We wanted to go there and do something totally different.”

  • Rwandan Film Maker gets Golden Award

    A Rwandan film maker Ntibahose Ishmael has recieved a golden award in the United States after his film emerged the best film from Africa.

    He Told IGIHE that he was invited to the US to talk about the Film but didnt expect he would be given an award. He is the first african to recieve such an award.

    The Film Kinyarwanda

    “Kinyarwanda,” by producer Darren Dean (“Prince of Broadway”) and director Alrick Brown (“Death of Two Sons”), explores the role played by Rwanda’s Muslim community in saving victims of the genocide, telling their stories through six interwoven narratives.

    Ishmael Ntibahose, who first conceived of the idea for “Kinyarwanda” in 2004, makes his feature debut as executive producer.

    Pic was shot on location in Rwanda. Financing was provided by a grant from the European Commission.

    Pic was shot for under $400,000, using a Red camera donated by Florida State U. Dean was encouraged to approach the university for help by his friend, the producer Ted Hope.

    Ntibahose says that while the film is largely set during the genocide, he doesn’t want “Kinyarwanda” to be seen as the latest addition to a growing list of genocide-related films.

    “The message in the film is not about the genocide,” he says. “It’s about unity and reconciliation and moving forward.”

    Ntibahose hopes that the interwoven stories would provide the fullest portrait yet of how many Rwandans crossed religious and ethnic lines during the genocide to save one another.

    The role of Rwanda’s Muslims in sheltering victims, he says, was often overlooked in film adaptations of the genocide, adding that at a time of growing tension between Christians and Muslims around the world, the film’s message was especially important.

    The true stories depicted in the film came from extensive interviews with survivors, as well as the experiences of the Rwandan crew members.

    Producer Dean says he was drawn to the script, written by Brown, because it was “telling a different side of the history of Rwanda.

    “The genocide for filmmakers has kind of become a commodity,” he says. “It’s very easy to go there and do another film about the genocide. We wanted to go there and do something totally different.”

  • RDB Raises Frw133Million to Agaciro Fund

    The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) has contributed Frw 133,906,117 to Agaciro Development Fund.

    The dummy cheque was handed over to the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning John Rwangombwa today, October 2nd 2 2012 at RDB headquarters.

    The Rwanda Development Board acting Chief Executive Officer, Clare Akamanzi, said “We are proud as staff of RDB to raise our own resources to contribute to a very important initiative that the Agaciro Development Fund is.”

    “We join the rest of the Rwandans in solidarity towards finding solutions to our country’s economic development. We will continue to do our part, not only to promote the Agaciro Development Fund, but also in doing our work in promoting economic development.”

    She added that aside from what has been contributed so far, RDB staff have several other initiatives that they have put in place and are working on to continue contributing to the fund such as the ‘piggy banks’ in the offices and National Parks as well as fundraising events.

    Speaking to the RDB staff, Minister Rwagombwa said, “your presence here indicates your voluntary contribution and commitment to the development of the nation.”

    Agaciro Fund, a solidarity fund initiated by Rwandans to improve the level of financial autonomy of Rwanda as discussed during last year’s National Dialogue.

    This fund will be used to support key priorities such as rural development projects among others. The raised funds are over Rwf18bn within the period of less than a month.

    The Fund would not replace the traditional sources of state revenues, including donor aid, but will supplement them instead.

    The money in the fund will be managed as the governmental budget and audited by Auditor General.

  • RDB Raises Frw133Million to Agaciro Fund

    The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) has contributed Frw 133,906,117 to Agaciro Development Fund.

    The dummy cheque was handed over to the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning John Rwangombwa today, October 2nd 2 2012 at RDB headquarters.

    The Rwanda Development Board acting Chief Executive Officer, Clare Akamanzi, said “We are proud as staff of RDB to raise our own resources to contribute to a very important initiative that the Agaciro Development Fund is.”

    “We join the rest of the Rwandans in solidarity towards finding solutions to our country’s economic development. We will continue to do our part, not only to promote the Agaciro Development Fund, but also in doing our work in promoting economic development.”

    She added that aside from what has been contributed so far, RDB staff have several other initiatives that they have put in place and are working on to continue contributing to the fund such as the ‘piggy banks’ in the offices and National Parks as well as fundraising events.

    Speaking to the RDB staff, Minister Rwagombwa said, “your presence here indicates your voluntary contribution and commitment to the development of the nation.”

    Agaciro Fund, a solidarity fund initiated by Rwandans to improve the level of financial autonomy of Rwanda as discussed during last year’s National Dialogue.

    This fund will be used to support key priorities such as rural development projects among others. The raised funds are over Rwf18bn within the period of less than a month.

    The Fund would not replace the traditional sources of state revenues, including donor aid, but will supplement them instead.

    The money in the fund will be managed as the governmental budget and audited by Auditor General.

  • Youth Recieve Work Readiness Training

    The first lady Mrs. Jeanette Kagame today attended the graduation ceremony of 3037 youth that completed Work Readiness Training under Akazi Kanoze Program.

    The event was held at Petit stadium involving 1522 Boys and 1515 girls who graduated after receiving training in entrepreneurship and customer care skills.

    The first lady advised the graduates to start different income generating projects with the little resources they have and gradually grow.

    The graduates were counseled to always seek extra skills training whenever there is an opportunity.

    They were also advised on customer care improvement which is very vital in the growth of their businesses.

    The trainings were conducted in the districts of Nyarugenge, kicukiro and Gasabo.

    Through the sponsorship of Government of Rwanda, MINEDUC, WDA, MIFOTRA, RDB, Local Youth Serving organizations and Private companies.

    Akazi Kanoze has enrolled 8,688 youth. 7162 have completed the Work Readiness Training.

    Ngirabakunzi Solange Nahimana has started her business by using small interest loan to buy Water and Electricity from EWASA which she resells to clients. She earns Frw80 000 of revenue per day.

    She started with a loan of Frw 500,000. Today she is able to pay for her studies at IPRC Kicukiro.
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  • Youth Recieve Work Readiness Training

    The first lady Mrs. Jeanette Kagame today attended the graduation ceremony of 3037 youth that completed Work Readiness Training under Akazi Kanoze Program.

    The event was held at Petit stadium involving 1522 Boys and 1515 girls who graduated after receiving training in entrepreneurship and customer care skills.

    The first lady advised the graduates to start different income generating projects with the little resources they have and gradually grow.

    The graduates were counseled to always seek extra skills training whenever there is an opportunity.

    They were also advised on customer care improvement which is very vital in the growth of their businesses.

    The trainings were conducted in the districts of Nyarugenge, kicukiro and Gasabo.

    Through the sponsorship of Government of Rwanda, MINEDUC, WDA, MIFOTRA, RDB, Local Youth Serving organizations and Private companies.

    Akazi Kanoze has enrolled 8,688 youth. 7162 have completed the Work Readiness Training.

    Ngirabakunzi Solange Nahimana has started her business by using small interest loan to buy Water and Electricity from EWASA which she resells to clients. She earns Frw80 000 of revenue per day.

    She started with a loan of Frw 500,000. Today she is able to pay for her studies at IPRC Kicukiro.
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  • Car Knocks down Street Light Pole

    Police has impounded a car after it knocked down a street light pole .

    The incident occurred at Kanogo, Engen petrol station at Sopetrade. The car was coming from Kigali city to Remera on Tuesday 2nd October 2012.

    The driver of the car Murenzi Marcel didn’t sustain any injuries. Witnesses say the accident could have been caused by the slippery road due to the rain.

    Other witnesses say the driver had been overspeeding which caused the car to lose control on the slippery road thus knocking down the street lamp.

    IGIHE arrived at the scene but the driver ,Murenzi, couldn’t speak.
    The street lamp costs about Frw2.5million which will be paid by the driver subject to the city laws.
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  • Car Knocks down Street Light Pole

    Police has impounded a car after it knocked down a street light pole .

    The incident occurred at Kanogo, Engen petrol station at Sopetrade. The car was coming from Kigali city to Remera on Tuesday 2nd October 2012.

    The driver of the car Murenzi Marcel didn’t sustain any injuries. Witnesses say the accident could have been caused by the slippery road due to the rain.

    Other witnesses say the driver had been overspeeding which caused the car to lose control on the slippery road thus knocking down the street lamp.

    IGIHE arrived at the scene but the driver ,Murenzi, couldn’t speak.
    The street lamp costs about Frw2.5million which will be paid by the driver subject to the city laws.
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  • TIGO Calls for Use of Social Media

    Tigo calls for their clients to “follow” or “like” the company and follow their daily activities through Facebook and Twitter.

    Social media comprise the new way of publicity and communication in Rwanda’s telecommunication companies

    The brand communication manager of Tigo, Andres Paz Micheo says it’s one way to get closer to the online communities.

    “Every day more and more Rwandans go online from their phones or computers and TIGO wants to partner with them not only in providing the platforms for them to do it but as active members of their online communities.

    “We strongly encourage our friends to talk to us through our social media channels and let us know what is on their minds on any subject.”

    “In addition, we see our social media as a great platform to get direct feedback about what we do from our customers, our dialogue with them helps us know where we are doing well and what we can do even better,” said Paz Micheo.

    “In the near future we will have ongoing offers, contests and promotions for our friends on social media. For example, right now we have launched a contest for our fans on Facebook and Twitter to hang out with the Urban Boys Crew at one of their favorite spots in Nyamirambo,” he added.

    By “liking https://www.facebook.com/RwandaTigo ” and “following @TigoRwanda ” everyone will get the opportunity of being part of different promotions and win different prizes. Also everyone will have a chance to be part of the increasing social media community.