Elderly genocide survivors living at the Impinganzima Home in Huye say regular visits and festive gatherings with members of Unity Club Intwararumuri have restored their sense of belonging, dignity, and hope.
The survivors shared their feelings during a year-end celebration held on Friday, December 19, 2025, as they marked the close of 2025 and exchanged New Year wishes for 2026. The gathering brought together Unity Club members, local leaders, and nearby residents.
The Impinganzima Home in Huye currently accommodates 103 elderly survivors of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, most of them women. Residents say the care and companionship they receive have transformed how they experience old age, replacing loneliness with a sense of joy and security.
Speaking on behalf of the residents, one of the elderly women expressed gratitude to President Paul Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame for ensuring they live their later years with dignity and respect. She said the attention and support they receive make them feel valued and remembered.
As Rwanda prepares to welcome 2026, Unity Club Intwararumuri members have continued visiting elderly survivors in districts including Bugesera, Huye, Nyanza, and Rusizi, offering companionship and solidarity during the festive season.
The Impinganzima Homes were established in 2014 under an initiative by First Lady Jeannette Kagame to provide dignified care for elderly genocide survivors who were left without families. The residents are honored with the title Intwaza, recognizing their resilience and courage.
