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born 1963 Rwanda
Valentine Sendanyoye Rugwabiza (born 25 July 1963) is a Rwandan businesswoman and politician who has served as the country's Permanent Representative to the United Nations from 2016 to 2018. She now is the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and head of MINUSCA, the United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Central African Republic.
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"The task of fighting impunity and denial is the responsibility of all member states. It should be at the heart of the United Nations."
We wish to call for an expedited trial so that the justice that has been delayed for more than two decades can finally be delivered
MINUSCA is planning to implement recommendations made in a recent global assessment of logistical capacity “if we are given the budget”, appealing to the Council for support.
“Access to finance is critical to business success. Women’s lack of access to finance has been well documented.”
"The credibility of the MICT and its legacy and contribution to the fight against impunity for crimes of genocide are at stake"
"Economic integration is not just an ambition; it is an absolute necessity for African nations to build resilience against external economic shocks."
“Once infrastructure is in place, it is paramount that we all play our part in driving investments in content development and service delivery.”
“To sustain and consolidate gains achieved by the mission will require your continued support and GovCAR continued investments in building capabilities of its national institutions.”
A peacekeeping mission can never be a substitute to what is the primary responsibility of the country, which is to secure its territory and to secure its people. Now, having said that it is clear that it takes time.
These developments are a clear demonstration that justice can be rendered where there is political will to extend judicial cooperation to bring to justice those responsible for crimes against humanity
"Multilateralism remains the best response to global challenges, provided we continuously adapt our instruments and work methods to the evolving realities of the world."
“It’s been 25 years, and people tend to forget or think that maybe with time it gets better, but healing and time are two different things.” For survivors, the genocide is as clear as yesterday,"
We applaud member states who have put in place laws that criminalize the trivialization of the Genocide against the Tutsi and all crimes against humanity. We call on others to enact such laws
"Peacekeeping cannot be effective without the trust and active engagement of local communities. Our presence must translate into tangible protection and improved security on the ground."
The purpose of the annual commemoration at the United Nations is to continue to raise awareness of the international community about our collective responsibility to prevent genocide from happening anywhere in the world
The Central African population is a very resilient population. It has gone through a lot. But whenever I have the opportunity, and I create those opportunities and make it a point of creating those opportunities – every month, I undertake a visit to the field outside Bangui.
MINUSCA continues to support Government efforts to “decentralize” the peace process with armed groups, including recent initiatives to extend state presence in areas that have been stabilized through the Mission’s assistance.
I wish to express our most sincere appreciation to all of you for your selfless service and dedication to duty, that has earned you the medals; this is illustrative of your character and performance in the execution of your mission.’
All these actions show that justice is possible if there is a political will to cooperate in bringing to justice all people who are involved in acts that attack humanity.(Ibi bikorwa byose biragaragaza ko ubutabera bushoboka ahari ubushake bwa politiki bwo gufatanya mu gushyikiriza ubutabera abantu bose bagira uruhare mu bikorwa byibasira inyoko muntu”.)
These results once again illustrate the effectiveness of concerted efforts, even if much remains to be done, including with regard to strengthening the capacities of national security and defense institutions
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