Dr. Utumatwishima Jean Nepo Abdallah, Rwanda’s Minister of Youth and Arts, has outlined three key lessons Rwandans should learn from President Paul Kagame regarding addressing issues for swift correction. His remarks came in response to a social media user's concerns about backlash faced when raising concerns about inefficiencies.
The user, Gisanintwari
Rameck, tweeted, "When you speak up about poor service or issues, there's
a group that immediately attacks you as the problem... Speaking out for
improvement is also a contribution, but the hostility discourages it.” Dr.
Utumatwishima responded by emphasizing the importance of reporting issues
responsibly and promptly.
“The lessons from our
President: 1. When you see something wrong, report it quickly and effectively.
2. Any leader who retaliates against you for raising concerns will be held
accountable. 3. Instead of discrediting the whistleblower, focus on verifying
the information and solving the issue promptly,” he said.
The Minister warned
against individuals who raise issues solely for self-promotion or attention,
likening it to seeking personal glory at the expense of collaboration.
"Sometimes, people use information to glorify themselves, portraying as if
progress wouldn’t exist without them. That’s a bad habit,” he noted.
He encouraged Rwandans to
report issues discreetly and to celebrate resolutions without seeking personal
accolades. “When an issue is resolved, let’s all celebrate the achievement
together as Rwandans, instead of making it a personal trophy,” Dr.
Utumatwishima said.
The Minister’s call
underscores a collective responsibility to build a more transparent and
efficient society, guided by accountability and constructive criticism.
Minister Utumatwishima urges discreet reporting, criticizes boastful informants
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