The Governor of the Northern Province, Mugabowagahunde Maurice, has called on residents, especially the youth, to avoid anything that could endanger their lives and instead commit to work, stressing that hard work is the only path to a healthy and prosperous life.
Message to the Youth
Governor Maurice delivered this appeal on Saturday, August 22, 2026, while officially opening the Northern Province Expo 2026 at Ubworoherane Stadium in Musanze District. In his message, he thanked participants and urged them to strengthen cooperation, expand investment, use technology, and innovate, emphasizing that work is the only key to wealth.
He cautioned youth against relying on gambling, betting, and other technology‑based games of chance, where many prefer waiting for easy money instead of working hard.
He said: “We ask our youth to stay away from all these things that destroy their opportunities. There are substandard drinks and other harmful products we are fighting against, but there are also games of chance where they spend time instead of working to improve themselves. Let them work; they will be uplifted by the work of their own hands.”
Private Sector Federation’s Commitment
Tugengwanayo Théonase, head of the Private Sector Federation (PSF) in the Northern Province, expressed pride in having a country that values the private sector.
He confirmed that they will take advantage of opportunities and combine efforts to further improve their activities in both quality and financial returns.
About the Northern Province Expo
The Northern Province Expo is an annual event that brings together entrepreneurs, farmers, and livestock keepers to showcase their products made in Rwanda and abroad. It helps citizens learn, shop, and expand markets for their goods.
The expo is usually held at Ubworoherane Stadium in Musanze District, bringing together entrepreneurs from the five districts of the Northern Province—Gicumbi, Rulindo, Gakenke, Musanze, and Burera—as well as participants from other parts of the country and a few from abroad.
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