The New Rwanda:Four Traditions for the Future

In the aftermath of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, the newly established Government of National Unitysought to promote reconciliation through justice. To meet the challenges they faced, Rwandans turned to traditionsthat served as a driving force for positive change. Each is based on the idea that every individual mustcontribute to and feel responsible for the community’s well being. Four of these traditions—Umuganda,Gacaca, Ingandoand Ubupfura—are of special relevance to the new Rwanda.
Umuganda is a tradition that has fostered unity and reconciliation in the Rwandan society. The New Times / File
Umuganda is a tradition that has fostered unity and reconciliation in the Rwandan society. The New Times / File
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