Rwandan Genocide Suspect's Trial Starts

The trial of former politician Leon Mugesera kicked off despite a request by him for a four-year delay to prepare his defense.

Rwanda: Mugesera Trial Kicks Off

The New Times, 18 January 2013

Atmosphere at the Special Chambers of the High Court was tense yesterday as the trial of Leon Mugesera finally kicked off in substance. read more »

Genocide suspect Leon Mugesera (left) with his lawyer.

Rwanda: Trial of Professor Extradited From Canada Finally Starts in Rwanda

Hirondelle News Agency, 17 January 2013

The trial started Thursday in Rwanda of Léon Mugesera, the former Rwandan politician extradited from Canada a year ago. Charges against him include incitement to commit the ... read more »
Rwanda: Mugesera's Trial in Substance Starts, Accused Requests Four-Year Delay

Rwanda Focus, 17 January 2013

The High Court on Thursday started the trial in substance against Genocide suspect Leon Mugesera despite the accused having just requested a delay of four years to prepare his ... read more »

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Rwandan Genocide Suspect's Plea Rejected

A plea by Leon Mugesera for the removal of two of the three judges in his case has been rejected by the Special Chamber of the High Court Read more »
- Rwanda: Court Rejects Mugesera Plea
- Rwanda: Mugesera Rejects Trial Judges