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Kwibuka32 was commemorated in Manchester on Saturday, 18th April 2026, in the presence of our High Commissioner Johnston Busingye, MP Rebecca Long-Bailey, Salford City Mayor Paul Dennett, Salford City Ceremonial Mayor Councillor Heather Fletcher, Councillors, faith and community leaders, Rwandans and friends of Rwanda — united in honouring the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda.
The commemoration began with a wreath-laying ceremony at the memorial stone site in Saint Stephen's Gardens Park in Salford, paying tribute to the loved ones lost.
Attendees also listened to a powerful testimony from genocide survivor Mr Jean Louis Mazimpaka, reflecting on resilience, remembrance and hope.
Remarks from invited leaders reaffirmed the shared commitment to “Never Again”.
Kwibuka32 served as a moment of reflection, unity and solidarity — bringing communities together to remember the victims and stand against hatred and division in all its forms.
Johnston Busingye
High Commissioner
Rebecca Long-Bailey
Member of Parliament
Paul Dennett
Salford City Mayor
Cllr Heather Fletcher
Salford Ceremonial Mayor
Councillors, faith & community leaders
Rwandans and friends of Rwanda
18 April 2026
Manchester united in remembrance of the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.
May 2024
First memorial stone inaugurated at Saint Stephen's Gardens Park in Salford.
June 2024
Celebrating 15 years of community service with distinguished guests.
All year
Regular cultural events bringing the community together.
Commemorated in the presence of High Commissioner Johnston Busingye, MP Rebecca Long-Bailey, Salford City Mayor Paul Dennett, Ceremonial Mayor Cllr Heather Fletcher, councillors, faith and community leaders, Rwandans and friends of Rwanda — united in honouring the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda.
A landmark celebration marking 15 years of community service and cultural preservation. High Commissioner Johnston Busingye honored the event as the distinguished guest of honor in Salford.
In collaboration with Salford City Council, a solemn ceremony marking the beginning of 100 days of mourning for victims of the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi.
Historic inauguration at Saint Stephen's Gardens Park, attended by over 800 people including distinguished guests.
RCGM delegation joined the North East Rwandan Association for the unveiling of a new memorial stone, marking the 30th Anniversary of the Genocide.
Organization of polling stations in Manchester enabling diaspora participation in Rwanda's democratic process.
RCGM members supported the Oxford commemoration, featuring a memorial walk from the BBC Oxford building.
Youth football team participation in Coventry peace cup tournament, followed by liberation day celebrations.
Three-day cultural immersion camp in Derbyshire in collaboration with KEZA GROUP.
Landmark celebration of Rwanda's 28th liberation anniversary, hosted in Stockport with over 600 attendees.
