THE RDF LIBERATION CUP TOURNAMENT 2024 ENDED WITH THE PRESENTATION OF SEVERAL TROPHIES
Kigali, 16 June 2024
Today at Kigali Pele Stadium, the RDF Liberation Cup tournament 2024 concluded with the final football match between the Republican Guard and Basic Military Training Center Nasho. The Match ended in a 3-0 victory for the Republican Guard over BMTC Nasho.
Trophies were given to different sports Disciplines that took part in this Competition to include Basketball, Volleyball, Handball, Netball, Athletics, and Shooting. The Basketball trophy was presented to RMA Gako, RG received the Volleyball trophy, RAF won the Netball trophy, RMA Gako received the Handball trophy, the Athletics trophy was awarded to GHqs, BMT Nasho won the Shooting trophy, and 3 INF Div secured 3rd place in Football.
In his remarks after awarding the winning teams, Hon. Minister of Defence Juvenal Marizamunda reminded the audience at Kigali Pelé Stadium that sports in the army demonstrates and fosters physical fitness, esprit de corps, determination, discipline, morale, teamwork, and a competitive spirit in the military.
"This tournament celebrates the 30th anniversary of our country's Liberation. Spectators witnessed the eagerness to win, as well as selflessness, and competitive spirit of the teams. When we undertake a task, we give it our all."
The RDF Chief of Defence Staff, General MK Mubarakh, stated that this year's Liberation Cup, held for the second time, involves all RDF units and formations to promote sports culture, teamwork, and a winning spirit within the RDF.
“Ideally this was set to conclude on the 3rd July 2024, a day before the Liberation Day celebrations. We chose today to allow RDF personnel to participate in upcoming presidential and parliamentary election programs. The participation and support from all involved have been crucial to the success of this event," General Mubarakh said.
The Game was well-attended by a large crowd of civilian fans and security agencies. It commenced with a minute of silence to honor the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsis, as we are still in 100 days of remembrance.
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