Liberation Day is celebrated annually on 04^th July, a date on which the then Rwanda Patriotic Army (RPA) stopped the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi which claimed a million lives in 100 days.

In his remarks, High Commissioner Ernest Rwamucyo said that Kwibohora celebrations provide an opportunity for Rwandans to reflect on how far the nation has come, and to share Rwanda’s liberation story- the journey of unity and reconciliation, as well as the country’s ongoing renewal and vision for a brighter future.

He also noted that the celebration should serve as a reminder of what can be achieved when people come together with a shared vision and the courage to pursue it, even against all odds.

Speaking at the event, Dr. Caroline Wanjiru Karugu, Principal Secretary at Kenya’s State Department for East African Community (EAC), Ministry of East African Community, commended Rwanda's remarkable transformation after the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.

She underscored that Rwanda's story is a testament to the strength, forgiveness, and determination of its people, adding that the leadership of President Paul Kagame has transformed Rwanda into a model of inclusive development and a symbol of what is possible when a nation unites around a common vision.