The Deputy Minister for Defence, Ernest Brogya Genfi, joined the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, in laying wreaths in honour of the Government and people of Rwanda during the commemoration of Kwibuka 32 at Burma Camp in Accra.
The solemn ceremony, organised by the Rwanda High Commission in Ghana, marked the 32nd anniversary of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda and served as a poignant reminder of the enduring need to uphold peace, unity and human dignity.
Held under the theme “Remember – Unite – Renew”, the event brought together government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, security personnel and other distinguished guests to reflect on the tragic events of 1994 and to reaffirm a collective commitment to preventing the recurrence of such atrocities.
A wreath-laying ceremony was conducted at the cenotaphs erected in memory of the victims, symbolising solidarity with the people of Rwanda and honouring the lives lost during one of the darkest episodes in modern history.
Delivering the keynote address Mr. Ablakwa emphasised that the commemoration should transcend the memorialisation of a painful historical chapter and instead serve as a reaffirmation of shared humanity and a renewed determination to safeguard future generations from the horrors of genocide.
He noted that the occasion held particular significance for Ghana and expressed appreciation for the unveiling of a memorial that reflects the shared history and enduring bonds of friendship between Ghana and Rwanda.
The Foreign Affairs Minister further paid tribute to members of the Ghana Armed Forces who served under the United Nations peacekeeping mission in Rwanda during the genocide, commending their professionalism, courage and unwavering dedication to the protection of human life. He recalled with profound gratitude their contribution to peacekeeping efforts at a time when countless lives were under threat.
Also speaking at the ceremony, the High Commissioner of Rwanda to Ghana, Her Excellency Rosemary Mbabazi, underscored the importance of remembrance, unity and renewal as essential pillars for preserving the lessons of the genocide, fostering reconciliation and advancing sustainable peace and development.
The event concluded with a renewed call for vigilance, solidarity and collective responsibility among nations to ensure that the atrocities of the past are neither forgotten nor repeated.
