Victoire Nyinawumuntu Tuhkanen

[Rwanda in Sweden 🇸🇪🇳🇴🇮🇸🇫🇮🇩🇰 @RwandainSweden]

Rwandans living in Sweden, together with the Ministry for Foreign Affairs (Africa Department), members of the diplomatic corps, friends of Rwanda, and members of the Rwandan Community Association (RCA) in Finland who travelled to join the celebration, gathered to mark Kwibohora32.
In her remarks, Ambassador Dr. @DianeGashumba recognized the bravery of the Rwanda Patriotic Army (RPA) in stopping the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, reminding all to remain cognizant of those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our liberation. She spoke on Rwanda's remarkable transformation journey 32 years on, crediting the strong and effective leadership of the country. The Acting Head of the Africa Department at Sweden's Ministry for Foreign Affairs noted that Sweden was proud of the longstanding partnership between the two countries and remains steadfast in its commitment. The RCA leadership focused on the diaspora's role in Rwanda's continued progress, calling on members to align with the country's development agenda, get behind national policies, and be part of the journey.

[Dr Diane GASHUMBA @DianeGashumba]

#Denmark and #Germany are well positioned to contribute to lasting harmony and peace in Democratic Republic of Congo ( DRC) by preaching by example.

Both countries share with DRC a unique historical experience in managing minority populations with respect and inclusivity. Following the First World War and the Second Schleswig War, many Danish-speaking people found themselves under German rule. However, rather than facing persecution, they were integrated and now live harmoniously within Germany, preserving their language and identity. In light of this, the governments of Denmark and Germany should take an active role in advising President Tshisekedi of the DRC to halt the targeted violence against Kinyarwanda-speaking Congolese, who are unjustly labeled as Rwandans. Additionally, they should remind him that M23 is a Congolese movement rather than dismissing them as foreigners. Given @FelixUdps ‘s apparent preference for international counsel over African-led solutions, Denmark and Germany have an opportunity to advocate for the protection of minority rights in the DRC, fostering a path toward peaceful coexistence, just as Germany has done with its Danish minority.
Addressing root causes is the only way towards lasting harmony and peace.
#Everylifematters @DanishMFA @GermanyDiplo @SweMFA @Ulkoministerio @NorwayMFA @MFAIceland @RwandaMFA @informeren @jyllandsposten @weekendavisen @BNMarkussen @kristeligt @politiken

[Rwandan Community in Finland and Friends (RCFF) @RwandaFinland]

Today, Rwandans living in Finland 🇫🇮 from different cities: Helsinki, Espoo, Vantaa, Turku, Tampere, Jyväskylä, Oulu, etc…has turned up in huge numbers to cast their votes in this year's 🇷🇼Presidential & Parliamentary elections in Helsinki, Finland. #RwandaDecides @DianeGashumba

[Victoire Nyinawumuntu Tuhkanen @VictoireVicky80]

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[Victoire Nyinawumuntu Tuhkanen @VictoireVicky80]

Stand With Survivors & Rwandans: Urge Blinken to Correct His Genocide Misstatement. - Sign the Petition! https://t.co/VWYFwmWRke via @Change

[Rwanda in Sweden 🇸🇪🇳🇴🇮🇸🇫🇮🇩🇰 @RwandainSweden]

Amb. @DianeGashumba addressed the International Gender Equality Prize 2023 award ceremony in Finland on Rwanda’s choice of unity and reconciliation to build resilience. Prime Minister Petteri Orpo presented this year’s award to an Afghan organisation. #IGEP2023

[Dr Diane GASHUMBA @DianeGashumba]

Visiting #Vaasa, the #Nordic energy capital, happiest and sunniest #Finnish city was such a rewarding and pleasant experience.The very special and warm welcome by the Mayor and of the chamber of commerce’s chair confirms the theory of cold hands but warmest hearts of Finnish people.Thanks to the @Ulkoministerio for such a warm hospitality and for the very fruitful meetings with private companies and Universities.

[Rwanda Development Board @RDBrwanda]

Rwanda's @NyungwePark has today been inscribed as a natural World Heritage Site by the @UNESCO World Heritage Committee. It is the first site in Rwanda to be featured on the World Heritage list. Read more https://t.co/5Oxtpf8d2U

[Rwanda in Sweden 🇸🇪🇳🇴🇮🇸🇫🇮🇩🇰 @RwandainSweden]

Exciting News! Rwandan music sensation, @julesentore is set to light up this year's Umuganura celebrations in Helsinki with fellow Rwandans from the Nordics and our friends of Rwanda! 🇷🇼🇫🇮 Get ready for an unforgettable night of culture! #Umuganura2023

[Dr Diane GASHUMBA @DianeGashumba]

.@RwandainSweden, Itorero Umucyo ryadukumbuje u #Rwanda mu gitaramo cyahuje abanyarwanda n’inshuti zabo cyaranzwe n’imbyino, ibisakuzo, n’ikinamico byigisha abana bacu umuco Nyarwanda. Twasangiye kandi amafunguro n’ikawa by’iwacu!

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

Today at Urugwiro Village, President Kagame met with Deborah Calmeyer, CEO and Founder of ROAR Africa, an ultra-luxe company that specialises in exclusive African trips. Ms. Calmeyer is in the country to host guests who are part of the “Greatest Safari On Earth” special trip. They discussed further collaboration in tourism promotion and sustainability in Rwanda.

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

President Kagame has arrived in Nairobi, where he joins President @WilliamsRuto of Kenya, other Heads of State and Government, and climate change campaigners for the Africa Climate Summit. The inaugural 3-day Summit is co-hosted by the African Union Commission and the Government of Kenya. #AfricaClimateSummit23

[First Lady of Rwanda @FirstLadyRwanda]

Video: First Lady Mrs Jeannette Kagame joins @OAFLAD’s #WeAreEqual campaign launch, aimed at advancing gender equity and closing the gender gap across Africa.

#MentalHealthMatters

[Josée Butera A. @bujos]

🇷🇼🇸🇪 @IbukaSweden @RwandanUrukundo

[Rwanda Broadcasting Agency (RBA) @rbarwanda]

Excitement is in the air in Kinigi as different people gather to celebrate #KwitaIzina, the annual gorilla naming ceremony. #KwitaIzina2023
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[Kwita Izina @Kwitaizina]

"I chose this name to highlight peace and sustainable conservation to come for many years."

@Arsenal and @premierleague legend, @SolManOfficial named his baby "Jijuka" which means “Enlightenment”.

#VisitRwanda 🇷🇼I #KwitaIzina🦍

[Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Int'l Cooperation @RwandaMFA]

This morning, Minister @Vbiruta held a courtesy meeting with @AndrewmitchMP, the UK Minister of State for Development and Africa, who is in Rwanda for a four-day visit. They discussed further strengthening the existing bilateral relations between Rwanda 🇷🇼 and the UK 🇬🇧.

[Rwanda Ministry of Defence @RwandaMoD]

RDF honourably bids farewell to retiring Generals and Senior Officers at a ceremony at headquarters https://t.co/2hKd53gzcJ

[First Lady of Rwanda @FirstLadyRwanda]

What a memorable day this has been!

For the Rwandan Community, Friends of Rwanda, our gracious Guests and wonderful Baby Gorilla Namers, I am grateful.

Thank you for making this #KwitaIzina an inspiring and vibrant experience. 🙏🏾 - JK

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

“We are a small country but we are big on justice, and some of those are big and powerful countries but they are very small on justice.” President Kagame | #Kwibuka28