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On Thursday, August 14, a group of 40 nursery and primary students from Ecole Inclusive Sainte et Zéliey in the Gasabo District, visited the Rwanda National Police (RNP) General Headquarters in Kacyiru, providing them with an educational experience to learn about law enforcement and community safety.
This experience aimed to enhance their understanding of community safety measures and the role of law enforcement in promoting security within society
The learners, guided by their teachers, gained valuable insights into public safety through hands-on experiences with various police departments such as Traffic and Road Safety, Fire and Rescue Brigade, and Canine Brigade, fostering a greater understanding of community safety efforts and the vital roles these units play in protecting the public.
Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Teddy Ruyenzi, Commissioner for Community Policing, highlighted the importance of involving young people in understanding police operations, fostering trust and collaboration between law enforcement and the community.
“Schools are one of our partners in sharing and spreading knowledge, and this brings much harvest to the society and country in general," ACP Ruyenzi said.
She also emphasized that education on road safety, security and discipline is a collective responsibility, urging parents to play an active role in shaping the values and well-being of the future Rwandan leaders.
The school headmaster, Jean Marie Vianney Ntakirutimana, expressed gratitude to the Rwanda National Police and emphasized the intention of the study visit.
“We appreciate RNP for receiving us and helping us to learn more on security, which is part of our holiday programme, where we keep our students’ minds active.
The visit aimed to give the learners a deeper understanding of public safety and show them how lessons learned in the classroom connect to real-life situations,” Ntakirutimana said.
He added: "These sessions have been valuable for both students and facilitators. We gained practical experience in road usage, fire and rescue operations, and canine brigade activities. This has sharpened our students’ patriotism and enhanced their knowledge by turning classroom theory into hands-on learning.”
