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Lions Clubs International-Kigali Doyen supports the Renovation of Masaka Resource Centre for the Blind

Kigali, Rwanda – On January 28, 2026, the Rwanda Union of the Blind (RUB) signed an agreement with a construction company aimed at renovating the older buildings at the Masaka Resource Centre for the Blind. Mr. Mugisha Jaques, the Executive Director of RUB, stated that this initiative is part of a plan to promote hygiene within the Centre and align it with Kigali City guidelines. “The works to be carried out are commensurate with the resources that have been secured,” Mr. Mugisha explained, “but our long-term vision is to build a modern Centre in the Future.” The funding for the renovation of the Masaka Resource Centre for the Blind was provided by Lions Club Kigali Doyen in partnership with Lions Clubs International. Masaka Resource Center for the Blind (MRCB) is dedicated to provide rehabilitation services to Blind and partially sighted persons. MRCB is located at Masaka Sector, Kicukiro district, city of Kigali. “We are deeply grateful for this support from Lions Club Kigali Doyen in partnership with Lions Clubs International, as we continue to build and strengthen the livelihoods of visually impaired persons.” Mugisha said.

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RUB meets Nyamasheke Leadership to discuss New Initiative

NYAMASHEKE – On Thursday, February 12, the Vice Mayor of Nyamasheke District hosted district development partners, including representatives from the Rwanda Union of the Blind (RUB). During the meeting with district leadership, Jacques Mugisha, the Executive Director of RUB, presented a new project designed to foster inclusion and empowerment for the union’s members, who are persons with visual impairments. He explained that the initiative aims to build capacity among members by focusing specifically on enhancing governance and ensuring good service delivery. Mugisha announced that this project is scheduled to run for one and a half years. With financial support from GIZ , RUB will implement this inclusive development initiative in Nyamasheke, as well as in the districts of Nyamagabe, Burera, and Ngoma

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