Africa-Press – Rwanda. President Paul Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame, on July 4, joined tens of thousands of Rwandans and friends of Rwanda at the newly renovated ultramodern 45,000-seat Amahoro National Stadium to celebrate the 30th liberation anniversary.
The celebrations mark the triumph of the RPF-Inkotanyi and its armed wing RPA over the genocidal regime that orchestrated and executed the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.
The national celebrations, which saw the newly-refurbised stadium filled to capacity, were marked with a military parade by the Rwanda Defence Force and Rwanda National Police, a cultural performance by the national cultural troupe Urukurereza, and performances by other artistes.
The New Times brings you the colourful event in pictures:
Thousands of Rwandans and friends of Rwanda at the newly revamped Amahoro Stadium during the celebration on Thursday, July 4. Photo by RBA
The celebrations of Kwibohora 30 took place at the newly revamped Amahoro stadium on July 4
A motorcade escorting the flags arrives at the venue.
Flagbearers during proceedings.
The Army Band performs during the 30th anniversary of the Liberation Day.
The Army Band and Police Band units were a key part of proceedings, at one point in a pattern that seamlessly formed a perfect 30, representing the country’s 30-year liberation anniversary.
The national celebrations were marked by a colourful parade by the Rwanda Defence Force and Rwanda National Police.
A Rwanda Defence Force guard composed of women during a march-past at the event. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Twelve RDF and RNP guards took part in the parade.
An armed RDF guard during the parade.
The newly revamped 45,000-capacity Amahoro stadium was fully packed.
The national celebrations were marked by a parade by the Rwanda Defence Force and Rwanda National Police.
RDF officers follow President Kagame’s remarks during the event.
An all-women Rwanda National Police guard during a march-past at the high-profile event. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Participants cheer on RDF and RNP during the parade.
The national celebrations were marked by pomp and colour, including a parade by Rwanda Defence Force and Rwanda National Police.
A Rwanda National Police guard during the parade.
Rwanda National Police officers much during the parade. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
The military parade was one of the key highlights of the milestone celebrations.
Those in attendance were treated to a spectacular parade mounted by the Rwanda Defence Force and Rwanda National Police.
Some of thousands of residents who turned up for the Liberation celebrations at Amahoro Stadium in a cheerful mood.
Solders at the event. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Thousands saluted and cheered on as Rwanda Defence Force and Rwanda National Police staged an impressive joint parade. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
President Kagame observes the national anthem shortly after arriving at the venue. Photo by Village Urugwiro
RDF and RNP officers take the salute at the celebrations. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
President Kagame, the Commander-In-Chief of the Rwanda Defence Force, inspects the military parade at Amahoro stadium during the ceremony.
President Kagame, flanked by RDF Chief of Defence Staff Gen Mubarakh Muganga and Inspector General of Police Felix Namuhoranye, greets thousands of Kigalians who had turned up for the Liberation Day celebrations, shortly after inspecting the parade. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Senior government officials at the event.
RDF soldiers during a march-past at the national event. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
The national ballet Urukerereza performs at the event.
Some of the senior government officials enjoy the performance of Urukerereza national ballet. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Urukerereza during their lively performance. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Rwandans turned up in tens of thousands for the event.
President Kagame addresses thousands of Rwandans and friends of Rwanda at the Amahoro Stadium on the occassion of the 30th Liberation Day on Thursday, July 4. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
RDF officers follow President Kagame’s remarks during the event.
Kagame delivers his remarks at the event.
President Paul Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame, flanked by senior government officials, at the 30th anniversary of the liberation of Rwanda.
The newly revamped 45,000-capacity Amahoro stadium was fully packed.
During the ceremony artistes showcased different plays and dance.
Rwandans mark Liberation Day at the stadium.
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