What did Paul Kagame do during the genocide?

Kagame resumed the civil war, and ended the genocide with a military victory. During his vice presidency, Kagame controlled the national army and was responsible for maintaining the government’s power, while other officials began rebuilding the country. Many RPF soldiers carried out retribution killings.

Does Rwanda have Internet?

There were 4.12 million internet users in Rwanda in January 2021. The number of internet users in Rwanda increased by 806 thousand (+24%) between 2020 and 2021. Internet penetration in Rwanda stood at 31.4% in January 2021.

Is Rwanda a democracy?

Rwanda is a multiparty republic. Under the 2003 constitution, the president, who serves as head of state, was directly elected to a seven-year term, renewable once.

Who is Paul Kagame and what did he do?

Paul Kagame, president of nation where UK plans to send asylum seekers, accused of seeking to assassinate opponents Kagame has been feted by supporters in the west for his role in ending the genocide, but has come under more scrutiny in recent years. Photograph: Tony Karumba/AFP/Getty Images

What is Human Rights Watch doing about Gacaca in Rwanda?

Human Rights Watch believes this would be a worthwhile investment in maximizing the full potential of gacaca, securing fair and impartial justice for the genocide, and strengthening the Rwandan justice system in the longer term. Re: Forthcoming Human Rights Watch Report on Gacaca

When was the Human Rights Watch interview in Kigali?

Human Rights Watch interview with local NGO staff member, Kigali, August 7, 2009; Human Rights Watch interview with local NGO staff member, Kigali, August 12, 2009; Human Rights Watch interview with international NGO staff member, Kigali, August 19, 2009.

Why did Human Rights Watch investigate Rugambage’s murder?

Human Rights Watch conducted its own investigation into Rugambage’s murder and identified several leads suggesting Rugambage may have been murdered in retaliation for his critical reporting. Rugambage had also complained of increased surveillance in the days before his murder.