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Kwibuka 26: Arsenal joins Rwanda to commemorate 1994 genocide

The Gunners’ players led by defender David Luiz joined the East African nation to commemorate the tragic event

Arsenal joined Rwanda in commemorating the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi that claimed over a million lives.

In a pre-recorded video, Arsenal players reiterated their condolences to the people of Rwanda as the country continued to observe a week of mourning with this year's commemoration running under the theme: “Remember-Unite-Renew”.

Arsenal's Brazilian defender David Luiz, who visited Rwanda last year, noted the Premier League giants stand with Rwandans in this time of remembering genocide victims.

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He said as quoted by New Times: “We stand with you to remember the genocide against the Tutsi.