Ubutwari 2024: How national heroes are selected

Rwanda, on February 1, will celebrate the 30th anniversary of National Heroes Day. On this day, Rwandans reflect on and eulogise men and women of valour for their outstanding and selfless achievements to the country, which will be observed when there is still no one named to Ingenzi category of heroes. The day will be celebrated under the theme “Heroism among Rwandans, our Dignity.”

ALSO READ: Know your national heroes

According to the Chancellery for Heroes, National Orders and Decorations of Honour (CHENO), national heroes are classified into three categories, namely Imanzi (first), Imena (second), and Ingenzi (third).

Ingenzi is a hero who seconds Imena and is famous for their good ideas or outstanding achievements characterised by supreme sacrifice, great importance, and high example.

ALSO READ: Know your national heroes

According to the Chancellery for Heroes, National Orders and Decorations of Honour (CHENO), national heroes are classified into three categories, namely Imanzi (first), Imena (second), and Ingenzi (third).

Ingenzi is a hero who seconds Imena and is famous for their good ideas or outstanding achievements characterised by supreme sacrifice, great importance, and high example.