70 students from Ishuri-Umuco in Liège to visit Rwanda #rwanda #RwOT

The group is expected to arrive in Kigali on February 11, 2026. Ishuri-Umuco school was founded eight years ago in Liège, at the end of 2019, by members of the Rwandan diaspora affiliated with DRB-Rugari Liège. The school was established to provide Rwandan children abroad with a space to build unity and preserve Rwandan culture.

In an interview with IGIHE, Eric Twagirimana, the founder and director of Ishuri-Umuco, said the school is excited to launch its programs this year, including the trip to Rwanda.

'We are thrilled to return to Rwanda, where we will help the children refine what they have learned, speaking Kinyarwanda fluently, exploring the country, and learning about its history,' he said.

'When the children arrive in Rwanda, they visit key historical sites and engage with local people, which greatly enriches their knowledge,' Twagirimana added.

Esperance Nyiramana, a mother of two students, expressed her gratitude during a recent gathering. 'On behalf of all the parents, we sincerely thank Eric Twagirimana and his team, the teachers, and everyone who made it possible for our children to connect with their language and heritage,' she said.

She continued, 'At home, it is wonderful to hear our children speaking Kinyarwanda correctly, singing in the language, and exploring Rwanda as they did last time. We are truly grateful.'

During the first visit, 35 students traveled to Rwanda. This year, the group has doubled to 70 students, who will fly with RwandAir.

Twagirimana also thanked the Rwandan government institutions that support these educational trips, including the Institute of National Culture, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of National Unity and Civic Engagement, Rwanda's museums, and other partners.

'The warm welcome during the previous visit helped the children learn more about their country's history and strengthened their sense of unity. We are returning this year, and the students are very excited,' he said.

Other activities at Ishuri-Umuco include annual gatherings that bring together students, parents, and friends to celebrate the end of the school year, promoting unity among children, parents, and teachers.