GICUMBI - Residents of Gacurabwenge village, Byumba Sector in Gicumbi district have been called upon to exhibit heroism qualities right from their homes. 

The remarks were made yesterday by Gacurabwenge Cell Advisory Council chairman, Balthazar Hategekimana, during activities to mark Heroes Day.

Hategekimana also advised parents to ensure proper feeding and good health for their children.

"The husband and wife should strive to promote the wellbeing of their children through registering all members of the family for health insurance schemes, put up kitchen gardens to eradicate malnutrition in children, and use economical charcoal stoves known as ‘Rondereza’ to protect the environment,” he said. 

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