The requiem mass drew a distinguished crowd, including ministers, Prosecutor General Angelique Habyarimana, Government Spokesperson Yolande Makolo, Rwanda National Police Spokesperson ACP Boniface Rutikanga, and Rwanda Broadcasting Agency Director General Cleophas Barore, among others.
Musicians, artists, and athletes also gathered to pay their respects.
A well-known figure in Rwanda's arts community, Mukuralinda was celebrated by entertainers such as Clapton Kibonke, Ndimbati, DJ Bisoso, DJ Ira, and Mico The Best.
In tribute to his contributions, artists composed a song honoring his legacy in the music industry.
During a funeral service held the evening before his burial, Muyoboke Alex reflected on Mukuralinda's pivotal role in advancing the sector, urging others to preserve his progress.
Mukuralinda's love for sports was equally evident. Athletes and coaches from his former team, Tsinda Batsinde, attended to honor his memory.
A passionate football enthusiast, he founded a youth football team and composed the anthem 'Tsinda Batsinde' for Rwanda's national team, Amavubi, alongside other popular songs cherished by local clubs.
In his homily, Cardinal Kambanda spoke of the profound loss felt by those who knew Mukuralinda.
'Death is painful when it takes someone like Alain Mukuralindaâ€"someone vital to his family and destined for even greater things. Yet, while it saddens us, life does not end with death,' he said.
The Cardinal praised Mukuralinda's generosity, deep faith, and dedication to nurturing young talent, particularly children from disadvantaged backgrounds. 'That is a powerful legacy he has left us,' he added.
Sina Gerard, a close family member, remembered Mukuralinda as a humble man who inspired younger generations with his work ethic and love for music.
Recalling their six years togetherâ€"spanning Mukuralinda's return from studies in Belgium to the building of his own familyâ€"Gerard noted their harmonious bond.
Mukuralinda's wife, overcome with emotion, thanked those who supported their family during this challenging time.
She spoke of her husband's unwavering devotion to both his career and loved ones, emphasizing his ability to balance both with care and affection.
Born in 1970 in Rulindo, Mukuralinda moved to Kigali with his family at age two.
He built a distinguished career in justice and politics, serving as a prosecutor and spokesperson for the Public Prosecution Authority.
In the entertainment world, he gained fame as a musician under the stage name 'Alain Muku' and founded Boss Papa, a company dedicated to supporting artists.
Mukuralinda leaves behind a rich legacy of unity, compassion, and steadfast support for Rwanda's youth, forever etched in the nation's cultural and sporting history.
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