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HIS EXCELLENCY PAUL KAGAME, THE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF RWANDA END OF YEAR MESSAGE
Good evening, and best wishes for a New Year 2019.
We have a lot to look forward to, but there is also hard work that needs to be done to bring our country to where we want it to be. We also give thanks for the good things that happened over the past year.
Africa became more united and Rwanda contributed to that process. Our economy continues to grow, anchored on the unity and solidarity of Rwandans. Governance and social cohesion also continues to get stronger.
In other areas, including sports, our athletes increasingly made their mark internationally, especially our cyclists.
Thanks to the steadfast unity and wisdom of Rwandans, our country remained strong and secure, and that will always be the case. Read more
Stronger cooperation key for sustainable security
Rwanda National Police (RNP) said that building stronger cooperation with the general public and other entities to further enhance the spirit of proactive policing and information sharing in particular will be key in sustaining security and focusing more in preventive measures this year.
While briefing the media, RNP spokesperson Commissioner of Police (CP) John Bosco Kabera, observed that the past year has been generally peaceful with significant reduction in crime and improved road security, which the force will build on especially against high impact crimes.
“The reduction in crimes is largely attributed to increased participation of the general public in sharing information, strengthened community night patrols and enhanced partnership with other groups such as youth volunteers, community policing committees, anti-crime and anti-drugs clubs, among others,” CP Kabera said. Read more
Police commend public conduct in festive season
Rwanda National Police (RNP) commended the general public for their responsive conduct, which led to a calm and peaceful festive season.
According to Commissioner of Police (CP) John Bosco Kabera, the RNP spokesperson, there were "no major incidents" and that all social events were conducted within the limits of the law.
"The last 24 hours (New Year's Eve and New Year's Day) were characterized by peaceful and secure merrymaking activities with free and safe movements day and night as usual," CP Kabera said.
He also took time to thank organisers of musical shows, faith based organizations, bars and night spots as well as other security and governance institutions, and the general public for their support in ensuring the peaceful festive period, and called for continued partnership spirit against any criminal acts in the New Year. Read more
Police sweep 18 medals in National Taekwondo championship
The Rwanda National Police (RNP) Taekwondo Club scooped 18 medals at the 7th edition of Rwanda National Taekwondo championship that ended Saturday at Amahoro Indoor stadium.
The medals include seven gold, seven silver and four bronze. Among the gold medallists include Benon Kayitare, the national team captain, who defeated his fellow clubs member Emmanuel Kwibuka, in the finals. Kayitare also won silver in skills demonstration.
Delphine Uwababyeyi also scooped gold after seeing off Raisa Umurerwa of Dream Club in finals.
The Police men team claimed the top spot in the senior category although Police Club came third in the general classification. Read more
Rutsiro: Miners urged to take caution against disasters
Mining companies in Rutsiro District were called upon to assess their concessions to prevent likely disasters at times caused by lack of precautionary measures and negligence.
The call followed an incident on Thursday when a coltan concession located in Ruganda Village, Mberi Cell of Rutebeya Sector, collapsed.
Police and other security organs alongside residents worked together to rescue eight miners that had been trapped inside. At least two others died. The concession is owned by RETC Limited. Read more
Nyagatare: Two motorcycles impounded over drug trafficking
Police in Nyagatare District, last Friday, seized 34 boxes of contrabands that had been trafficked into the country.
The boxes of zebra waragi concealed in ten sacks were being trafficked on two motorcycles, which were also impounded to Rwimiyaga Police station. Read more
Nyagatare: Woman arrested over bribery
Police in Nyagatare District arrested a woman for allegedly attempting to bribe the District Police Commander with Rwf100, 000.
The bribe was meant to seduce the DPC to release her husband, who had been arrested earlier for allegedly distilling illicit brew.
Police spokesperson for the Eastern region, Chief Inspector of Police (CIP) Theobald Kanamugire said that fighting corruption or bribery is among the Rwanda National Police key priorities. Read more
Fighting drug trafficking: Six dealers arrested
Six suspected drug traffickers were arrested in separate Police operations conducted in Nyabihu, Gasabo and Rulindo districts. They were arrested with combined 6411 pellets of cannabis.
In Nyabihu, the Police spokesperson for the Western region, Chief Inspector of Police (CIP) Innocent Gasasira, said that Hesron Uvomanyeningwe, 43, and Dorocan Icyimanimpaye, 19, were found in possession of 4070 rolls of cannabis. Read more
