Kagame: 2013 No Easy Year For Rwanda
President Paul Kagame has revealed that Rwanda will continue to
prevail over turbulent times in future, following a bloody war that
rocked the neighbouring DRC for over 18 months.
By Edison Akugizibwe 30/12/2013 11:40:00

President Kagame inspecting a guard of honour in Rwanda in 2013
In his new year message to the armed forces, Kagame said the year 2014
will bring "new promises and challenges" and that "We will undoubtedly
be confronted with more threats and hardships, but I am confident that
with our spirit and experience, and resilience, we will prevail."
2013 was no easy year for Rwanda as citizens in the north bore the
brunt of cross-border bombardments by hostile forces in the DRC.
It was at the same time that the United States and other countries
slashed aid to Rwanda following allegations that Kigali was supporting
the M23 rebellion.
The Congo conflict did not only plunge Kigali into a diplomatic crisis
but also stoked tensions in the region, with many fearing a breakout
of a regional war.
Rwanda also witnessed grenade attacks in Kigali in which several
people were killed and others wounded. Some FDLR elements were
arrested in connection with the attacks.
Kagame said "not only shall we survive those challenges; working
together with patriotism and commitment, we shall also achieve greater
successes for Rwanda and the larger international community."
The President further noted that the ending year has been yet another
time of distinguished service to the people of Rwanda and the Nation's
interests.
"Each of you servicemen and women effectively contributed, through
your collective work, to delivering the peace and safety Rwandans,
residents and foreign guests have continued to enjoy within our
national borders. The people of Rwanda are grateful for your selfless
service, sacrifices and continued commitment," he observed.
"The Government and leadership of Rwanda, at the various levels,
commend you for successfully achieving your core mission; securing our
homeland and deterring hostile activities against our nation. Your
contribution to socio-economic activities through various initiatives
such as 'Army Week' and Gender Based Violence programs provided a
meaningful input towards achieving our national development goals."
Beyond the national borders where Rwanda participates in peacekeeping
missions, Kagame commended security forces "for your consistent record
of professionalism, discipline and resilience in addressing regional
and global security challenges in line with our Nation's principles,
interests and priorities."
He mourned the death of soldiers who passed away while in the service
of our nation both at home and in missions abroad in 2013.
"Their sacrifices were not in vain; they will be remembered and
emulated by new generations of patriots.
As we begin a New Year, I urge you all to maintain and improve the
standards of professional conduct, discipline and patriotism you have
demonstrated in 2013. Above all, I ask you to uphold our most
important attribute; the Rwandan Spirit."
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