On Sunday, April 12, 2026, popular Rwandan artists Bruce Melodie and The Ben, accompanied by public figures including Pamella Uwicyeza, Kate Bashabe, Ben and Chance, visited the Kigali Genocide Memorial. During their visit, they reaffirmed their commitment to confronting those who distort Rwanda’s history.
After touring different sections of the memorial and paying tribute to the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi laid to rest there, both artists reflected on the experience, saying that each visit deepens their understanding.
Bruce Melodie noted that although he had visited the memorial before, this time felt different as he intentionally came to learn more.
“It’s not my first time here, but it’s the first time I came with the purpose of truly understanding. Every time I come, I learn something new. This history is heavy and cannot be normalized. As part of a generation building this country, we came here to educate ourselves about our past,” he said.
The Ben called on media professionals and public figures to use their platforms to promote love and unity among Rwandans, while also standing firm against misinformation.
“Let’s use our voices to promote peace and love among Rwandans. We must strongly oppose those external voices trying to distort our country’s image. They may have failed, but we must continue telling the truth about our history,” he said.
The call to challenge historical distortion was echoed by Alex Muyoboke, manager of The Ben, and Kenny Muragura, representing 1:55AM Ltd, which works closely with Bruce Melodie.
Muyoboke emphasized that those spreading false narratives do not have a larger audience than those who stand for truth, urging artists and media personalities to actively counter misinformation.
Muragura, on the other hand, encouraged better use of social media platforms, noting that they are often used for trivial content instead of addressing important issues like protecting Rwanda’s history.
The visit comes during the 32nd commemoration period of the Genocide against the Tutsi, as Rwandans and friends of the country continue to reflect, remember, and reinforce the importance of preserving truth while building a united and peaceful future.