Singer Allioni, yesterday, celebrated her 24th birthday with widows of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Imena village, Kimironko sector in Gasabo District.

The singer, who was accompanied by a few friends, donated gifts to three families, which included food stuff, washing soap, sugar, and sanitary items, among other items.

"I’m so excited that I managed to be here today. Of course it’s my birthday and I should’ve been somewhere celebrating, but I decided to come here and celebrate with these vulnerable families. This is part of giving back to the community,” said the Pole Pole singer.

Allioni said music is not about only recording songs and performances. She also urged the youth to be exemplary and to be more involved in community activities.

"This is my message to the people especially the youth; let them know that there are people out there who need a hand. We need to give from a perspective of not looking at what we have. Whatever we can provide always means a lot,” she added.

Bonifirida Mukansanga, 63, one of the beneficiaries, applauded the singer’s initiative and advised her to continue preaching the same message to other young people.

"I’m so thankful that a young person like this one thinks of giving time to older people. In this era, not many people of her age have this kind of heart. I’m not looking at what she’s bringing us, but at her loving heart. I want her to share the same message with other youths,” she said.

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