During a community awareness event on positive parenting, which focused on the role of fathers in nurturing their children’s growth and development, organized by the ECD Project in Bugesera District on March 21, 2025, the Kamabuye Sector Father Role Models won the match with a score of four penalties against three of the Ngeruka Sector team.
After the game, local authorities delivered speeches emphasising the crucial role fathers play in their children’s development. Kadafi Aimable, the Executive Secretary of Ngeruka Sector, expressed gratitude to parents who have enrolled their children in home-based ECD programs. He urged those who have not yet done so to consider enrolling their children to ensure they benefit from the advantages of home-based ECDs. Aimable also extended his appreciation to Caritas Rwanda and Plan International Rwanda for their support of home-based ECD programs in Bugesera District.
Following the game, local leaders led discussions on the importance of fathers in their children’s’ growth. Bamurange Appollinarie, the Gender and Family Promotion Officer in Bugesera District, emphasized the importance of proper child-rearing. She advised parents to avoid punishing their children out of anger, and instead focus on encouraging and boosting their self-confidence. Building and maintaining a strong friendship with their children, actively listening to them, clearly communicating expectations, offering praise for achievements, and setting a positive example were all highlighted as key components of effective parenting.
After the local leaders’ speeches, a lively Questions-and-Answers session centered on early childhood development took place. The winners of the session were rewarded with jerseys, while trophies were presented to both teams involved.