Over 70 conflict-ridden families counselled in Burera

Families in Burera being advised by the Police in Burera

Seventy four families facing domestic wrangles in Burera district have been counselled and advised to always lodge their grievances to concerned institution instead of resorting to own justice, which worsens the avoidable situation.

Families in Burera being advised by the Police in Burera

The three-day exercise was conducted between May 5^th and 7^th by Police and local leaders in the district where they met the affected families in their respective communities.

The discussions also focused on how better to solve their internal problems and to live in harmony.

Supt. Albert Mpumuro, the District Police Commander said the exercise which has brought hope among the families, aimed at sensitizing them on how to solve their disputes and where they can go to seek justice in case they fail to resolve their issues internally.

Couples, especially women cited excessive drinking of their spouse, infidelity and property wrangles as major cause of conflicts.

“We hope the lessons and advises given to them will restore harmony in their families,” Pélagie Ayinkamiye, who is in charge of Good Governance in Burera, said.

She explained they will follow up these families to ensure maximum cordial relationship and to develop instead of being held back by conflicts.

Domestic conflicts which sometimes result into fights, divorce and murder are among major crimes registered in the country.

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NIZEYIMAMA JEAN