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This reads as a call to reject inner and outer control, and to stop living by borrowed beliefs. It can be taken to mean that freedom begins when a person notices what has been shaping them, then decides to claim a fuller life. It lands in moments of self-reinvention, when someone is leaving a harmful influence or a limiting mindset behind.
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Originally said in English.
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About Bangambiki Habyarimana
Rwandan poet and diplomat of the late 20th century, Habyarimana was a voice for peace and reconciliation in post-genocide Rwanda. Her work often explored healing and unity, blending traditional Rwandan themes with contemporary struggles. She served as Rwanda’s ambassador to the United Nations and the African Union, advocating for diplomacy and cultural preservation.
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