JENDA SECTOR RECEIVES AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY WORK PARTICIPATION

On 24 July 2026, Nyirakigugu Cell in Jenda Sector hosted the monthly Community Work (Umuganda), focusing on the rehabilitation of the Jenda–Kinyanja mud road.

The activity was attended by the Mayor of Nyabihu District, Ms. Mukandayisenga Antoinette, accompanied by the district staff, security officials led by Colonel Nsengiyumva Alex, Commander of the Rwanda Defence Force in Nyabihu, Rubavu and Ngororero Districts, as well as Mr. Kagenza Geoffrey, the Community Work Officer from the Ministry of Local Government (MINALOC).

Following the Community Work exercise, residents received awareness messages encouraging them to actively contribute to local development and maintain security by preventing theft, resolving conflicts peacefully to avoid violence, combating the use of illicit alcohol and drugs,coping with traditional foods and drinks preparation regulations, and reporting any criminal activities to the relevant authorities in a timely manner.

The Mayor also urged residents to prepare for the National Harvest Day (Umuganura), avoid consuming substandard food and beverages, combat human trafficking, and strengthen efforts to prevent livestock diseases,including Rift Valley Fever, that may affect public health and livelihoods.

The event concluded with the Mayor presenting Jenda Sector with a trophy in recognition of its outstanding performance in Community Work activities during the 2025–2026 Imihigo performance year. She commended the residents for their continued cooperation and commitment to the District's development agenda.