Rwandan Community in Michigan

Joined July 2025
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Michigan Rwandan Community Abroad_US (MRCA) retweeted
.@AmbMukantabana, Dean of the African Diplomatic Corps, together with her fellow African Ambassadors and the African Union, hosted a reception in Washington, D.C. celebrating #AfricaDay. As Africa marks 63 years of sovereignty and the US celebrates 250 years of independence, one truth holds: "The relationship between African nations and the United States stands at a moment of singular importance and opportunity." #AfricaDay2026
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Michigan Rwandan Community Abroad_US (MRCA) retweeted
Remarkable achievement @rwandaspace #rwandaworks🇷🇼
Rwanda's Teleport achieves Tier 3 Certification from the @worldteleport (WTA), becoming the second fully certified teleport in Africa and the first space agency-operated teleport globally to get WTA certification. A milestone for Rwanda's space sector and a recognition of the country's growing capabilities in satellite communications infrastructure.
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Michigan Rwandan Community Abroad_US (MRCA) retweeted
Today, students from Kigali International Community School visited @RwandaInUSA as part of their U.S. study tour. They engaged in an interactive discussion to learn more about the Embassy’s work, Rwanda–U.S. relations, and the services it provides to Rwandans & friends of Rwanda across the United States.
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Michigan Rwandan Community Abroad_US (MRCA) retweeted
“The memorial before us is powerful because it sets the truth in stone and protects it from the heartlessness of time by instructing the living. It's not a validation because none is needed” Watch President Kagame's speech delivered during the unveiling of a memorial honoring the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, in Paris today. #Kwibuka32
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Michigan Rwandan Community Abroad_US (MRCA) retweeted
Ce mémorial en hommage aux victimes du génocide perpétré contre les Tutsi au Rwanda est un lieu vivant. Il cultive la mémoire et projette vers l'avenir la relation entre le Rwanda et la France. À nous de transmettre avec rigueur, dignité, vérité et justice. Twibuke Twiyubaka.
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Michigan Rwandan Community Abroad_US (MRCA) retweeted
A heartfelt thank you to @IbukaFrance, French Gov and Rw Gov for making this historic memorial a reality. For us, this memorial is a recognition of truth, it reflects the courage to confront history, honor the victims, and ensure that future generations never forget. #Kwibuka32
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Michigan Rwandan Community Abroad_US (MRCA) retweeted
The Bureau of African Affairs is pleased to welcome Frank Garcia as our new Assistant Secretary! He brings deep expertise on Africa and looks forward to advancing the Trump Administration’s commercial diplomacy objectives and mutually beneficial partnerships for the American people and peoples of Sub-Saharan Africa. 🎉
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Michigan Rwandan Community Abroad_US (MRCA) retweeted
On behalf of the African Diplomatic Corps, congratulations and warm welcome to you Assistant Secretary Frank Garcia. We look forward to working with you to deepen the strategic partnership between the US, our African countries, & the African Union. #AfricanDiplomaticCorps #USAfrica
The Bureau of African Affairs is pleased to welcome Frank Garcia as our new Assistant Secretary! He brings deep expertise on Africa and looks forward to advancing the Trump Administration’s commercial diplomacy objectives and mutually beneficial partnerships for the American people and peoples of Sub-Saharan Africa. 🎉
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Michigan Rwandan Community Abroad_US (MRCA) retweeted
The Rwandan Ambassador to Washington, in a recent TV interview on 13 on your side ABC with Peter Elliot, highlighted the need for collective remembrance and education about the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, noting "We need to face the history and say never again together" during the Kwibuka 32 US National commemoration in Michigan. youtu.be/yZCCgEZz0-k @MLive @PeterElliottTV @RwandaInUSA @AmbMukantabana @IbukaUsa
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Michigan Rwandan Community Abroad_US (MRCA) retweeted
As we continue reflecting on Kwibuka 32 this short video captures moments from the U.S. National Commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda. 🎥 Watch the highlight video: youtu.be/BhGctp18b10 📸 View the photo gallery: ibukausa.org/kwibuka-32 #kwibuka32
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Kentwood Hosts 32nd Commemoration of the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi in Rwanda. niletribune.org/2026/05/31/k… @RwandaInUSA @niletribunes
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Michigan Rwandan Community Abroad_US (MRCA) retweeted
Rwanda Development Board (@RDBrwanda), in collaboration with @RwandaInUSA, is seeking experienced firms to support Rwanda’s tourism representation across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Brazil. Interested firms are invited to submit their proposals by June 22, 2026. 🔗 Learn more and apply: tinyurl.com/tourism-rfp
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Michigan Rwandan Community Abroad_US (MRCA) retweeted
RWANDA, WE DID IT! 🇷🇼🇷🇼🇷🇼🇷🇼🏆🏆🏆CONGRATULATIONS TO THE RSSB TIGERS @tigersbbc AND THE MOST AMAZING FANS! #CHAMPIONS #BAL6 #HISTORY @theBAL 🇷🇼🇷🇼🏆🏆
HISTORY FOR RWANDA! 🇷🇼🏆🔥 IN THEIR VERY FIRST BAL SEASON, RSSB TIGERS ARE YOUR 2026 BASKETBALL AFRICA LEAGUE CHAMPIONS! 🤯🐯
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Michigan Rwandan Community Abroad_US (MRCA) retweeted
May 31
Congrats to the RSSB Tigers on winning the 2026 BAL Championship 🏆
🏆 THE 2026 BASKETBALL AFRICA LEAGUE CHAMPIONS: RSSB TIGERS! 🇷🇼🐯
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Michigan Rwandan Community Abroad_US (MRCA) retweeted
A historic night for the @visitrwanda_now partnership. Congratulations to @PSG_English on lifting the trophy, and to @Arsenal on a remarkable run to the final.
Champions of Europe, once again. 🏆🏆 Congratulations to everyone at @PSG_English on an incredible achievement and a memorable season. #VisitRwanda 🇷🇼
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As we continue reflecting on Kwibuka 32, we invite you to watch this short video capturing moments from the U.S. National Commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda. @IbukaUsa @RwandaInUSA #Kwibuka32
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Hosting Kwibuka 32 was a profound honor, and the responsibility was immense. Last weekend, we were honored with a very, very important mission of hosting Kwibuka 32, a commemoration of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, as a community our task was not easy, as it was the very first time a large crowd of Rwandans and friends of Rwanda was expected to gather in a single arena in the Grand Rapids area, with a high level of dignitaries and survivors in attendance. But we prepared everything with my team and, in collaboration with various institutions and organizations, hosted this event. Thanks to @IbukaUsa for their commitment to preserving history, protecting survivors, and advocating for survivors. Your expertise made everything feel easier and more confident about deciding what to do and when to do it. The US Rwandan community played a significant role in this meaningful event, benefiting not only Rwandans but also those who attended in person and online. We are grateful for the presence of our ambassador, H.E. @AmbMukantabana Madam Ambassador, your presence here honored our communities at large. You represented a nation that rose from ashes to become a global example of reconciliation, unity, and resilience. You represented survivors whose courage rebuilt a country. We are deeply honored that Governor @GovWhitmer issued a statewide proclamation recognizing Kwibuka 32 and affirming Michigan’s commitment to remembrance, education, and the fight against genocide denial. We are equally grateful to Mayor @KepleyforMayor of Kentwood and Mayor @DavidLagrand of Grand Rapids, who each issued proclamations honoring the victims and standing with our community. Their leadership sends a clear message: Michigan does not tolerate hatred. Michigan does not tolerate denial. Michigan stands for truth. We are so grateful to @kcconline for providing us with a place. What made this weekend truly meaningful was the heart, unity, and commitment everyone brought to remembrance, healing, and hope. Because of you, survivors felt supported, young people learned, and our community came together with dignity. Thanks to our panelists, @CoulibalyBojana @ChasteUwihoreye and many more, moderators, protocol, Media that covered our event and everyone who participated in organizing, inviting, and attending in any capacity, mostly Michiganders! Murakoze cyane, Watch the full commemoration here: youtu.be/ISO48yQ8e7Y?si=55TQ… Kwibuka 32 U.S. National Commemoration Recap; kwibuka32.ibukausa.org/news/… #Kwibuka32 @RwandaInUSA
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Michigan Rwandan Community Abroad_US (MRCA) retweeted
Thank you Your Excellency for always staying close to the people and supporting every platform that brings Rwandans and Africans together in unity and pride. 🇷🇼🌍 Last night, BK Arena was full of energy, with people passionately supporting both teams. A true reflection of African unity and the spirit of #TheAfricaWeWant. Together, we continue to celebrate sports, togetherness, and a shared future for our continent. #BAL
President Kagame attended the BAL Semi-Finals game between Angola’s Petro de Luanda and Libya’s Al Ahly Ly, where Petro de Luanda qualified for the final against Rwanda’s RSSB Tigers on Sunday, 31 May 2026.
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Michigan Rwandan Community Abroad_US (MRCA) retweeted
In the middle of covering the NBA Playoffs, I made my way to Rwanda to support the growth of the game for girls on the continent. As the first female ambassador of the BAL, it’s truly an honor to witness our collective dream becoming reality. The future is bright — and the best is still ahead. ✊🏿
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