June 22, 2023
Rwanda: French Probe of Bisesero Massacre Long Overdue But Welcome
The Paris Court of Appeal in France has ordered a probe into the complicity or inaction of French troops who were deployed in Rwanda in 1994, in the massacre of Tutsi in the former… Read more »
East Africa: Lawmakers Push Law on EAC Refugee Management
The East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) has said there is a need to expedite the adoption and implementation of the harmonised refugee management policy in the East African… Read more »
June 21, 2023
Rwanda: Genocide - Paris Court Okays Inquiry Into French Troops' Complicity in Bisesero Massacres
The Paris Court of Appeal has recommended that an investigation be conducted into the inaction of the French army over its alleged complicity in the Bisesero massacres during the… Read more »
June 17, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: Calls Grow to Prevent Genocide in DR Congo
Officials have renewed calls to stop the wave of hate speech against Rwandans and Kinyarwanda-speaking communities in the Great Lakes Region. Read more »
June 16, 2023
East Africa: East African Legislative Assembly Approves U.S.$12 Million Supplementary Budget
The East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) has unanimously approved a supplementary budget of over $11.9 million for the East African Community (EAC) in the financial year… Read more »
June 20, 2023
Africa: Rwandan Genocide Suspect Kayishema Seeks Asylum in South Africa
Fulgence Kayishema, a genocide suspect accused of ordering the brutal deaths of 2,000 people during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, appeared in the Cape Town… Read more »
June 15, 2023
Rwanda: Moshions Boss Moïse Turahirwa Granted Bail
Moïse Turahirwa, the founder of the renowned fashion house Moshions, was on Thursday, June 15 granted bail by the Nyarugenge Intermediate Court. Turahirwa is facing charges of… Read more »
June 12, 2023
Rwanda: Genocide Suspect Théoneste Niyongira Deported From Malawi
The National Public Prosecution Authority (NPPA) has confirmed the deportation of Théoneste Niyongira, also known as Kanyoni, a genocide suspect, from Malawi. Read more »
Rwanda: Fight Against Impunity Not Rwanda's Task Alone - Ambassador Gatete
Justice for the victims and survivors of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda is not merely about prosecution; it is about timely justice, Rwanda's permanent… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: Militia Massacre 45 in Ituri
An attack by militiamen has killed 45 people, and wounded a dozen more in Ituri province in eastern DR Congo, the United Nations mission in the country (MONUSCO) says. Read more »
Rwanda: Tax Justice Critical for Inclusive Development
It as an incontrovertible truth that tax systems can contribute to social justice by raising revenues for public spending on services and fostering equitable economic development,… Read more »
June 11, 2023
Rwanda: 150 Wildlife Crimes Recorded in Last Five Years
Over the past five years,150 wildlife crimes have been documented, highlighting the urgent need for action, according to the National Public Prosecution Authority (NPPA). Read more »
June 10, 2023
Rwanda: Genocide Suspect Kayishema Now Faces 54 Charges in South Africa
Genocide suspect Fulgence Kayishema -- accused of ordering the brutal death of 2,000 people in a church during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda -- appeared in the Cape… Read more »
June 08, 2023
Rwanda: Why New Tax Procedures Law is a Big Deal
On March 31, Rwanda enacted the new tax procedures law, repealing the 2019 law and all prior legal provisions that are in conflict with it. Read more »
Rwanda: UN Court Decision on Kabuga Trial Disappointing - Activists
Activists whose objective include fighting against denial and revisionism of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda have voiced their dismay and frustration over the June 2… Read more »
Rwanda: Kabuga Case Collapse Yet Another Stab at Genocide Survivors
Judges at the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals this week ruled that they would not be pursuing the conventional criminal proceedings against one of the most… Read more »
June 07, 2023
Rwanda: UN Court Says Genocide Suspect Kabuga 'Unfit' for Trial
The International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals in The Hague, Netherlands on Tuesday ruled that Felicien Kabuga, one of the alleged leading architects of the Genocide… Read more »
Rwanda: Malawi Revokes Citizenship of 230 Rwandans Over Irregularities
The government of Malawi has revoked the citizenship of 230 Rwandan nationals, alongside other individuals, bringing the total to 396, due to concerns over suspicious acquisition… Read more »
June 06, 2023
Rwanda: Busingye Calls for Action Against Genocide Fugitives Living Freely in UK
Johnston Busingye, Rwanda's High Commissioner to the UK, on Tuesday renewed calls for immediate action on the issue of Genocide fugitives living freely in the United Kingdom. He… Read more »
Rwanda: Malawi - Over 390 Rwandan, Burundian Nationals Stripped Citizenship Over Dubious Acquisition
Malawi's Minister of Homeland Security, Kenneth Zikhale Ng'oma, has taken immediate action to revoke the citizenship of 396 individuals from Rwanda and Burundi. Read more »
June 04, 2023
Rwanda: More Witnesses Pin Genocide Suspect Hategekimana On Ntyazo Massacres
In the ongoing trial at the Cour d'Assises de Paris, witnesses have testified to the prime role played by genocide suspect Philippe Hategekimana, also known as 'Biguma,' in the… Read more »
June 03, 2023
Rwanda: Genocide Suspect Kayishema Hearing Adjourned, Additional Charges Likely
A South African court on Friday, June 2, adjourned the hearing in the trial of Fulgence Kayishema, one of the most sought-after suspects of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in… Read more »
May 31, 2023
Rwanda: Nyamagabe District Official Granted Bail for Indecency Charges
Edouard Murindababisha, a data manager in Nyamagabe district, who is battling charges of indecency after a video allegedly depicting him engaged in a sexual act at a bar in Kigali… Read more »
East Africa: Rwanda's Justice Anita Mugeni Designated as East African Court of Justice Vice President
Lady Justice Anita Mugeni from Rwanda was, on Wednesday, May 31, designated as Vice President of the East African Court of Justice (EACJ) with effect from June 20. She will be… Read more »
Rwanda: How Many Illegal Mines Closed After Fatal Huye Incident?
The Rwanda Mines, Petroleum, and Gas Board (RMB) has ordered the immediate closure of 89 illegal mines across the country. This decision follows an illegal mining saga in which a… Read more »