Criticism of our shortcomings is healthy

Editor,This is in response to Liban Mugabo’s article titled “Lesson from Rwanda” published in The New Times dated February 14.It is without doubt that Rwanda has performed tremendously in the wake of its horrific history. For that, I commend all Rwandans. However, it is also a disturbing scenario to witness such one sided attributes that fall short of highlighting areas where we have come short and if need be, levy some criticism.If you have been through a well endeavoured education system, you will agree that a policy, any policy, does have shortcomings. Therefore, we should also cast an eye on the shortcomings and avoid to continuously praise individuals but rather attribute both praises and criticism to the government in charge. For if you single out people, you’re very likely to hold back on making a constructive criticism carry its weight of changing things for the better. We’re not done yet!Jay, London***********Trust me when I say that the foundations for strong institutions are firmly being built. Yes, I know this because I see it every day. For this, I would like to thank and congratulate President Kagame for his tireless and continued hard work. I can, with authority, say that we are getting there. The reason for Rwanda’s success is President Kagame’s undiminished love for Rwanda; you can’t find this in other countries that easily. Now, that is what we call PATRIOTISM! Prince, Sydney

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Criticism of our shortcomings is healthy