On September 27, 2026, women in Gisozi, Gasabo district, Rwanda, gathered for a sports event aimed at raising awareness about the risks associated with substandard liquor. The event was organized by the Gisozi Sector administration in collaboration with the National Women's Council and the FPR Inkotanyi women's league. The event brought together women from various sports groups, students, and young people, as well as men, to promote a campaign against substandard liquor.
The event was attended by Gisozi Sector Executive Secretary, Mukandahiro Hydayat, who emphasized the importance of involving women in the fight against substandard liquor. He noted that women play a crucial role in the family and their involvement is essential in the campaign. The sector has been struggling with the proliferation of substandard liquor, and the administration is seeking to engage the community in the fight against it.
Gisozi Sector is one of the areas in Gasabo district known for its high consumption of substandard liquor. Despite a two-month campaign to combat the issue, residents acknowledge that much work remains to be done. During the sports event, some participants revealed that security agencies had arrested individuals selling substandard liquor in the area.
The Gisozi Sector administration has urged residents to provide information about the sale of substandard liquor and encouraged those in possession of such liquor to surrender it to the authorities. The administration aims to build a community free from the dangers of substandard liquor.
One of the participants, Umulisa Josiane, emphasized the importance of involving young people in the campaign. She noted that as a young person, she had witnessed the negative effects of substandard liquor on individuals and communities. Josiane called on everyone to join hands in condemning the sale and consumption of substandard liquor.
The sports event was a unique initiative, differing from the usual Car Free Day events that take place twice a month. The event provided a platform for women to take a stand against substandard liquor and promote a healthy lifestyle.
The campaign against substandard liquor is ongoing, with the Gisozi Sector administration and local authorities working together to engage the community. The involvement of women in the campaign is seen as a crucial step towards achieving a liquor-free community.
Key points
- The Gisozi Sector administration is working with local authorities to combat the sale and consumption of substandard liquor.
- Women in Gisozi have taken a stand against substandard liquor, organizing a sports event to raise awareness about its dangers.
- The campaign aims to build a community free from the dangers of substandard liquor and promote a healthy lifestyle.
