The Deputy Defence Spokesperson, Lt Col Simon Kabera, joined more than 1,200 students and teachers of Nu-Vision High School in honouring victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, urging young people to preserve the country’s history and actively reject genocide denial.
Addressing the students during the commemoration event on Sunday, Lt Col Kabera explained the stages through which the genocide was planned and executed, while highlighting the role played by the Rwanda Patriotic Army in stopping the Genocide against the Tutsi at a time when the international community failed to intervene.
He encouraged the youth to safeguard Rwanda’s achievements and contribute to building a better future founded on truth, unity, and responsibility.
Lt Col Kabera particularly challenged students to remain vigilant against genocide denial, especially on social media platforms, by promoting factual and positive narratives about Rwanda’s history.
The Deputy Defence Spokesperson further urged young people to become ambassadors of justice and truth through education, creativity, and advocacy.
He emphasized that the responsibility of preserving the memory of the Genocide against the Tutsi rests with every Rwandan, noting that the youth have a unique role to play in combating genocide ideology and strengthening national unity.
The commemoration brought together students and teachers in a shared reflection on the importance of remembering the past while fostering a future built on peace, resilience, and collective responsibility.
