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This reads as a claim about what survives a person, not their voice itself but the written trace they leave behind. It can be taken to mean that writing gives speech a second life, and in a classroom or archive it lands as a reminder that words only endure when they are preserved.
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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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