Rwanda’s history a testament to its unbreakable resilience, says Mozambique President
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Daniel Francisco Chapo, President of Mozambique pays tribute to the victims of the Genocide against the Tutsi at Kigali Genocide Memorial on Wednesday, August 27. Courtesy

Mozambique’s President, Daniel Francisco Chapo, on Wednesday, August 27, paid tribute to the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi at the Kigali Genocide Memorial in Gisozi, describing Rwanda’s history as a testament to the unbreakable resilience of its people.

President Chapo is on a two-day official visit to Rwanda, which runs until August 28, aimed at strengthening bilateral relations.

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In a message he wrote in the visitors’ book at the memorial, he noted:

President Daniel Chopa and his visiting delegation learn Rwandan history during a tour of the memorial

"In this place of deep and painful memory, we bow with immense respect before your suffering and the eternal silence of the victims.

Your history is a solemn reminder that humanity must never forget what intolerance can cause. However, it is also a beacon of hope, a testament to the unbreakable resilience of the Rwandan people.

May the peace that Rwanda bids today be your most powerful answer, and may it serve as a lesson for all of Africa and the world. Your lives were not in Vain.”

Kigali Genocide Memorial is the resting place for over 250,000 victims of the Genocide against the Tutsi.

A picture of a message written by Mozambican President Daniel Chopa during his visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. President Chopa laid a wreath in honour of the victims of the Genocide against the Tutsi. Courtesy

President of Mozambique Daniel Chapo during a guided tour of the memorial.
Mozambican delegates observe a moment of silence to pay tribute to the victims