Rwanda has proposed the construction of a monument in Ghana to honor Ghanaian United Nations peacekeepers who courageously remained in Rwanda during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, protecting civilians at a time when many international forces withdrew.
The proposal has been approved by Ghana, marking a profound gesture of gratitude and shared remembrance.
The monument will be built at Burma Camp in Accra, a major military base, and will be funded entirely by Rwanda.
It seeks to recognize the extraordinary moral courage of Ghanaian troops who, under the leadership of Major General Henry Kwami Anyidoho, refused to abandon vulnerable civilians despite orders to withdraw.
Their actions are credited with saving thousands of lives.
Beyond honoring individual heroism, the monument will stand as a lasting symbol of Pan-African solidarity, African unity, and the defense of human dignity.
It reflects a shared history between Rwanda and Ghana—one defined not by indifference, but by principled action in the face of atrocity.
At a time when the international community failed to act decisively, Ghana’s peacekeepers chose humanity over fear.
Rwanda’s initiative ensures that their sacrifice will not be forgotten, serving as a powerful reminder of the consequences of global inaction and the enduring impact of moral leadership.
The memorial is expected to inspire future generations across Africa and beyond, affirming that even in humanity’s darkest moments, courage and solidarity can save lives.
By Andrew Shyaka
