In an interview on the BBC’s Today Program this week, Deputy Foreign Secretary Andrew Mitchell sang the praises of Rwanda’s “remarkable regime.” But as the debate over the government’s Safety of Rwanda bill came to a close, he left out some important facts about Rwanda’s human rights record. When asked about an incident in which […]
Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) received a total of 52 cases of genocide ideology and associated crimes during the initial week – from April 7 to 13 – of commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, resulting in the arrest of 39 suspects. According to RIB spokesperson Thierry Murangira, comparing these figures to […]
John Bosco Siboyintore, Head of Rwanda’s Genocide Fugitives Tracking Unit at the National Public Prosecution Authority (GFTU), has revealed the hurdles encountered in prosecuting genocide suspects scattered across the globe and called for enhanced international cooperation to bring them to justice. Out of 33 countries where approximately 1146 indictments were sent, only eight genocide suspects […]
Management and staff of Broadband Systems Corporation (BSC) paid homage to the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in a commemoration event held at the Kigali Genocide Memorial, as Rwanda marks 30 years since the tragic event unfolded. The event, held on April 9, included various commemorative activities such as a tour of […]
Canadian Member of Parliament Arielle Kayabaga has requested the Canadian parliament to designate FDLR, a UN-sanctioned militia linked to the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda as a terrorist organisation. ALSO READ: Belgian FM asks DR Congo to end ties with FDLR The Liberal MP for London West and first black woman to become […]
The Nyagatare Intermediate Court is set to deliver a verdict in the case of former Eastern Province governor Emmanuel Gasana. The verdict will be read on Thursday, April 11 at 3pm. He stands accused of soliciting and accepting illegal benefits in exchange for favors and abuse of office. During the la hearing on March 12, […]
Three decades have passed since the genocide against the Tutsi, a wound on our nation’s soul that continues to throb. We remember the over one million innocent victims who were barbarically slaughtered, their lives extinguished in a tide of unimaginable hate. However, as we commemorate these departed souls, we also turn our gaze to the […]
A French NGO has filed a complaint seeking a probe into the deaths of two French officers killed in the early days of the 1994 Rwanda genocide. The Survie NGO that advocates for better relations between France and Africa, and two relatives, on Monday sought answers over the deaths of two military police members Rene […]
As Rwandans began to commemorate the painful memories of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsis, on Sunday French President Emmanuel Macron released a video message from France. Saying he stood by his comments in May 2021, when he acknowledged France’s failure to heed warnings of looming massacres, Macron once again stopped short of an official […]
Rwanda’s President, Paul Kagame, has emphasised that Rwanda’s tragedy serves as a warning, highlighting the potential consequences of division and extremism if left unaddressed. His remarks came as Rwandans commemorated the 30th anniversary of a genocide that ravaged their nation, tearing apart communities and resulting in one of the most devastating massacres of the 20th […]
Kigali, Rwanda — Rwandan President Paul Kagame has commended Kenya on its contribution to the reconstruction of Rwanda after the 1994 Genocide. President Kagame pointed out that Kenya hosted many fleeing Rwandese during that tragic period. Nairobi was among countries, President Kagame told Heads of State and Governments, Envoys and Heads of Delegation in Kigali […]
Former US President Bill Clinton arrived in Kigali late Saturday, April 6, where he joined other leaders including South Sudan President Salva Kiir, President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa, Czech Republic President Petr Pavel, President Andry Rajoelina of Madagascar, Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, and Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani, for the 30th commemoration of […]
President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa on Saturday, April 6, arrived in Kigali where he joined other leaders including South Sudan President Salva Kiir, Czech Republic President Petr Pavel, President Andry Rajoelina of Madagascar, Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, and Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani, for the 30th commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the […]
Nairobi — Rwanda’s High Commissioner to Kenya Martin Ngoga has expressed concern over what he describes as worrying trends of hate speech and incitement to violence across the globe amid heightened geopolitical tensions. Speaking Thursday during the Conference on the 30th Commemoration of the Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, Ambassador Ngoga warned that these […]
President Emmanuel Macron believes France and its Western and African allies “could have stopped” Rwanda’s 1994 genocide, but lacked the will to halt the slaughter of an estimated 800,000 people, mostly ethnic Tutsis, the presidency has said. Macron expressed the view in a video message to be published on Sunday to mark the 30th anniversary […]
In memory of all those whose futures were taken away and those at risk across the world today One should never lose sight that for people who experienced genocide, the warning signs were there. Genocide is a process. It requires preparation and capacities to carry it out. Alice Wairimu Nderitu The 1994 genocide against the […]
President Paul Kagame has urged Rwandans to be proud and happy for the achievements registered in the last 30 years since the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, citing the need to draw strength from the inspiration and move steadily ahead. ALSO READ: Kwibuka: Eight things to know ahead of commemoration The Head of State spoke […]
Global Citizen NOW, a summit that aims to drive action to end extreme poverty, will take place in New York, USA on May 1 and 2, according to the organisers. Hosted by Global Citizen, an international advocacy organisation, the 2024 edition of the summit seeks to focus on ideas for urgent action to achieve a […]