President Paul Kagame has reassured Rwandans that the country’s security is well-maintained and that it will continue to be the case in the coming year 2025. Kagame said this at the end-of-year party in Kigali, where he hosted thousands of Rwandans, government officials, defence and security figures, business leaders, celebrities, and members of the diplomatic corps, on December 30. ALSO READ: Kagame urges security organs to uphold integrity in end-of-year message He said that, as people celebrate the end of the year and welcome the new one, it is better to do it in moderation. “When we have an opportunity, we should celebrate and have fun. Shouldn’t that be how we live? Celebrate what you have achieved and plan for what is ahead. Just do not exhaust all your energy today,” he said. Speaking briefly about the country's peace and security heading into the new year, Kagame said, we will not allow anyone to destabilise the country, not once. That will never be possible. “We have more determination than material resources. We have enough determination, what we need is resources. Every year, every time, we get more resources and even those who think that they can threaten our security, they are running out of time.” ALSO READ: Kwibohora 30: Kagame's Liberation Day speech The President said the year 2024 had been full of notable gains and challenges. He noted the significance of the 30th commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, and the 30th Anniversary of Liberation, and expressed gratitude to all Rwandans for their active role in the 2024 general elections. There were also challenging situations such as the Marburg virus outbreak, which took people’s lives, he said. “Thankfully, the outbreak is behind us,” Kagame said. ALSO READ: Rwanda declares Marburg virus outbreak over “We thank the nurses, doctors and others who sacrificed their lives to protect Rwandans. They embodied the spirit of gukotana (resilience) and Rwandan values; we are grateful.” He extended condolences to the families of those who lost their lives to the disease. President Kagame wished a happy and prosperous new year to Rwandans, saying “everything will be alright.”
