On October 6th 2012, residents from different administrative levels in Nyamirama sector in Kayonza district donated cows, goats, rabbits, home use materials, clothes etc to the poor residents of this area.
Donating to the vulnerable was done in preparation of the FPR 25th anniversary celebrations in Rwanda.
This follows “Girinshuti Munyakayonza” program started where every resident is asked to choose one person to help through donating what he or she can afford but majorly to offer advice on development activities.
Residents that donated commend FPR for bringing peace in Rwanda saying they owe their achievements to this political party.
“We feel it’s our obligation as the party members to help the needy,” residents reveal
John Mugabo, mayor of Kayonza district thanked the residents for helping the needy and asked them to take part in fighting drug use and embracing development programs as well.
“Marijuana and waragi are poison, no FPR party member should engage in using or selling them. A real member pays for medical insurance and sends children to school,” he explains.
During the event, an open day or public accountability was held showcasing the achievements of Nyamirama residents before they donate for the poor.
Among the showcased is an ambulance residents bought in ubudehe program, agricultural products, arts and crafts, ICT and financial achievements.