Ghana: Genocide Memorial Inaugurated at Military Camp
The Ghana National Defence Force, in collaboration with the Rwandan Embassy in the country, officially inaugurated a special memorial to the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, at the Burma Camp military camp.
The event, which took place on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, in conjunction with the 32nd commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, was marked by acts of homage to the innocent victims of the Genocide, appreciation for the important role of the Ghanaian military in the peacekeeping mission at that time, and the strengthening of the traditional good relations between Ghana and Rwanda.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ghana, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, who was the guest of honor at the event, reiterated the importance of paying tribute to the victims of the Genocide against the Tutsi and the Ghanaian soldiers who bravely protected civilians.
He noted that despite the challenges at the time, the Ghanaian military remained on the front lines, protecting the people with extraordinary courage, humanity and dedication.
Hon. Ablakwa said that the commemoration is an opportunity to once again remind everyone of the value of peace, unity and human dignity. He also commended Rwanda for the progress it has made in rebuilding itself, calling on countries and peoples to continue to avoid hatred, ethnic discrimination and any other form of discrimination.
Maj Gen (Rtd) Henry Kwami Anyidoho, former Commander of the Ghanaian Armed Forces in Rwanda under UNAMIR, recalled the challenges they faced during the Genocide against the Tutsi.
He said that despite the extraordinary events that took place at that time and the fact that other international forces had already left Rwanda, the Ghanaian Armed Forces remained in the country, continued to protect civilians and provide them with refuge, and continued their peacekeeping duties.
He called on the youth and future generations to avoid hatred and discrimination, and to prioritize the value of humanity.
The Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Rwanda, Emmanuel Ugirashebuja, who attended the event, recalled the serious consequences of the Genocide against the Tutsi that claimed the lives of over one million people in just three months.
He also recalled the progress that Rwanda has achieved, saying that it is a sign that countries can rebuild and develop through the promotion of peace, justice and the unity of their people.
The Chief of Staff of the Ghana Army, Maj Gen Lawrence Kwaku Gbetanu, speaking on behalf of the Chief of Staff, said that the 32nd commemoration is not just about remembering, but also about reaffirming the values of reconciliation and permanence. He described the inauguration of the memorial as a symbol of permanence and reconciliation, commended the Ghanaian military for its contribution to UNAMIR, and stressed that his country continues to prioritize the maintenance of peace and security in the region.
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