Rwanda National Police

Rwanda National Police (RNP) welcomed a group of 50 Rwandan youth living abroad on Tuesday, July 8, at the General Headquarters in Kacyiru, as part of the fifth edition of the Rwanda Youth Tour (RYT 2025).

The two-week tour across various parts of the country aims to strengthen the connection between young Rwandans living abroad and their homeland.

Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Khalid Kabasha, the Commissioner for Cooperation and Protocol, briefed the youth on the evolution of the Rwanda National Police, its contributions to national development, and the role of youth in sustaining peace and security.

He also emphasized the importance of national identity, civic responsibility, and active participation in shaping Rwanda’s future.

“As young Rwandans living abroad, your connection to your homeland is not only symbolic — it is essential. Understanding the journey that Rwanda has taken, from its painful past to the resilient and forward-looking nation it is today, gives you a deeper sense of identity and purpose. Knowing where you come from gives you the clarity and confidence to shape where you’re going — and Rwanda needs your ideas, your energy, and your commitment to take our shared vision forward,” ACP Kabasha said.

“As Rwanda National Police, we believe that national transformation is not the responsibility of one institution or generation alone; it requires the collective effort of all Rwandans, wherever they are in the world. You are not visitors here — this is your country, your heritage, and your future. I encourage you to embrace this opportunity not only to learn about our values, culture, and our history, but also to see the immense potential that Rwanda offers; in technology, entrepreneurship, public service, or community development, there is room for your dreams here," he concluded.

The annual programme is designed to reconnect young Rwandans in the diaspora with their roots by offering them a deeper understanding of Rwanda’s culture, history, and ongoing national development. Participants will travel across various regions of the country, engaging with institutions, historical sites, and community initiatives to witness firsthand the country's transformation journey.