Rwanda Security Forces, Mozambican Security Organs and residents of Palma conduct community work in Palma town, Cabo Delgado Province, Mozambique

Today, Saturday, 27 November 2021, Rwanda Security Force (RSF) deployed in Mozambique’s Northern Province of Cabo Delgado, introduced community work, commonly known in Rwanda as “Umuganda” in Palma Town in Palma District. 

The activity was aimed at cleaning the streets of Palma town and enhancing the culture of working together in transforming their community. The activity was conducted jointly with the population and local authorities as well as the Mozambican National Security Organs.

The community work (Umuganda) initiated by RSF aimed at not only contributing to cleanliness of the town but also bridging the gap between the population and leadership at different levels in enhancing stabilisation efforts.  

Today’s community work attracted about 4,000 residents of Palma town. The activity was attended by the key leaders of the district including Mr. Martins EGIDIS NKAMATE Director of Infrastructure in Palma District and local government representatives.

The cleaning activities covered main road/feeder roads, streets, roadside water canals along 3kms stretch of Palma town.

Mr. Martins EGIDIS NKAMATE who spoke on behalf of the Government of Mozambique, commended the Rwanda Security Force for their support and contribution to the Peace and Security in Mozambique and also encouraged the local population/leaders to continue participating in community work in order to rebuild and protect infrastructure in the district.