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politics1 year ago

Paul Kagame Secures Fourth Term in Rwanda with Landslide Victory

Rwandan President Paul Kagame is set to extend his 24-year rule by another five years, winning 99.15% of the vote in partial results from Monday's election. With 79% of ballots counted, Kagame faced no significant opposition, as leading figures were banned. His two opponents received less than 1% of the vote combined. Kagame thanked Rwandans for their trust, while rights groups accuse him of curtailing freedoms. Final results are expected by 27 July.

via BBC.com|
#election#landslide-victory#opposition
politics1 year ago

Kagame Secures Dominant Victory Amidst Restricted Opposition in Rwanda

Rwandan President Paul Kagame has won 99% of the vote in the recent presidential election, extending his nearly three-decade rule. The election, which saw his opponents receive less than 1% of the vote, was marked by allegations of human rights abuses and suppression of dissent. Kagame, who has been in power since the end of the 1994 genocide, could potentially remain in office until 2034 following changes to term limits.

via NBC News|
#authoritarianism#election#human-rights
politics1 year ago

Kagame Poised for Fourth Term Amid Rwanda Election Landslide

Polls have closed in Rwanda's presidential and parliamentary elections, with President Paul Kagame expected to secure a fourth term amid criticisms of his autocratic rule. Kagame, who has led Rwanda for nearly three decades, faces only two challengers after prominent opposition figures were barred from running. Despite accusations of human rights abuses and stifling political opposition, Kagame enjoys significant domestic support for his economic achievements and social programs. The elections also include a parliamentary vote with over 500 candidates vying for 80 seats.

via Al Jazeera English|
#elections#human-rights#opposition
politics1 year ago

Kagame Poised for Fourth Term Amid Controversial Rwandan Election

Rwandans are voting in an election where incumbent President Paul Kagame is expected to secure a fourth term, extending his nearly 25-year rule. Despite opposition from Frank Habineza and Philippe Mpayimana, analysts predict Kagame's victory. While praised for economic development and ending the 1994 genocide, Kagame faces criticism for alleged human rights abuses and political repression. The election also includes voting for members of the lower house of parliament, with results expected by July 20.

via CNN|
#election#human-rights#paul-kagame
international-relations1 year ago

"Rising Tensions: Rwanda-DR Congo Conflict Deepens Amid M23 Rebel Crisis"

As Rwanda holds elections, tensions with the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) escalate over the involvement of Rwandan forces with the M23 rebel group in eastern DRC. A UN report accuses Rwanda of leading the M23, contributing to a humanitarian crisis and displacement. While President Paul Kagame is expected to be re-elected, the conflict with DRC remains a significant regional challenge, with calls for diplomatic solutions and de-escalation.

via Al Jazeera English|
#dr-congo#international-relations#m23-rebels
politics1 year ago

Paul Kagame Poised for Fourth Term in Rwanda Election

Rwandan President Paul Kagame is seeking a fourth term in an election he is expected to win by a landslide, continuing his 24-year rule. Kagame, who has been praised for Rwanda's economic revival and stability, faces criticism for suppressing opposition and human rights abuses. Despite high youth unemployment, Rwanda boasts one of Africa's fastest-growing economies and a high proportion of female MPs. The election comes amid regional tensions and allegations of Rwandan military involvement in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

via BBC.com|
#election#human-rights#opposition
politics1 year ago

Paul Kagame Poised to Extend Decades-Long Rule in Rwanda Election

Rwandan President Paul Kagame is seeking to extend his nearly three-decade rule in the upcoming election, despite past victories with near-total vote percentages raising questions about the democratic nature of the elections. Kagame, who has been in power since 2000 and effectively led the country since 1994, faces criticism for silencing opposition and alleged human rights abuses. While his supporters praise him for bringing stability and development to Rwanda, critics argue that the political environment lacks genuine democratic processes.

via BBC.com|
#democracy#election#human-rights
international-relations1 year ago

"Rwanda Genocide: 30 Years On, Consequences and Forgiveness"

Rwanda commemorates the 30th anniversary of the 1994 genocide, during which up to a million Tutsis and moderate Hutus were killed. The United States, France, and other nations refused to intervene, with former President Bill Clinton expressing regret for not labeling the mass killings as genocide. Rwandan President Paul Kagame criticized the international community for failing to act. The anniversary comes amid increasing criticism of Kagame's leadership, with survivor Noël Zihabamwe highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by victims and the autocratic rule in Rwanda. Human Rights Watch's former executive director, Ken Roth, discussed the U.S.'s inaction during the genocide and drew parallels to the current situation in Gaza, urging for a halt in arms sales to pressure Israel to stop the violence.

via Democracy Now!|
#genocide#international-community#international-relations
world-news1 year ago

"Rwanda's Ongoing Struggle: From Commemoration to Coexistence"

Rwandan President Paul Kagame blames the international community for allowing the 1994 genocide to happen as Rwanda commemorates 30 years since the tragedy. Despite strong recovery and economic growth, questions remain about genuine reconciliation under Kagame's long rule. Foreign visitors, including Bill Clinton and Israeli President Isaac Herzog, attended the somber events in Kigali. Kagame emphasized the need for unity and criticized those who question the history of the genocide. The country has outlawed ethnic organization and imposed strict laws against denying the genocide, but critics accuse the government of silencing dissent. Kagame, who has been in power since 2003, faces accusations of creating a climate of fear and troubled relations with neighboring countries.

via NBC News|
#commemoration#genocide#international-community
world-news1 year ago

"Rwanda's Ongoing Struggle: Commemorating the 1994 Genocide and Seeking Global Recognition"

Rwandan President Paul Kagame blames the international community for allowing the 1994 genocide to happen as Rwanda commemorates 30 years since the tragedy. Despite strong recovery and economic growth, questions remain about genuine reconciliation under Kagame's long rule. Foreign visitors, including Bill Clinton and Israeli President Isaac Herzog, attended the somber events in Kigali. Kagame emphasized the need for unity and criticized critics who question the history of the genocide. The country has outlawed ethnic organization and imposed strict laws against denying the genocide. Mass graves are still being discovered, and a night vigil will be held as part of a week of remembrance activities. Kagame, who has been Rwanda's de facto ruler, faces criticism for creating a climate of fear and troubled relations with neighboring countries.

via The Associated Press|
#commemoration#genocide#international-community
world-africa1 year ago

"Reflecting on 30 Years: Commemorating the Rwandan Genocide"

Rwanda marks 30 years since the 1994 genocide, with President Paul Kagame leading commemoration events in Kigali alongside foreign dignitaries and former US President Bill Clinton. The genocide, which saw 800,000 people killed in 100 days, was triggered by the assassination of Hutu President Juvenal Habyarimana. The international community's failure to intervene has been a cause of lingering shame, with calls for remaining genocide suspects to be held accountable. Rwanda is observing a week of national mourning, with events including the lighting of a remembrance flame and a call to ensure that the genocide is never forgotten.

via Al Jazeera English|
#commemoration#genocide#international-community
africa1 year ago

"Rwandan Genocide: Stories of Forgiveness and Reconciliation 30 Years On"

Thirty years after the devastating genocide in Rwanda, the country has made impressive progress, with Kigali now being the envy of Africa. President Paul Kagame, the architect of this transformation, has ruled with harsh methods that have drawn international condemnation. Despite the country's remarkable development, ethnic divisions persist, and human rights abuses, including curtailed free speech and imprisonment of opponents, continue under Kagame's iron-fisted rule.

via The New York Times|
#africa#genocide#human-rights
politics2 years ago

"Rwandan President Paul Kagame Proposes Repayment Plan for UK"

Rwandan President Paul Kagame suggested that the UK could get its money back if no asylum seekers are sent to Rwanda under their deal, as the UK faces a crucial Commons vote on the Rwanda bill. Labour criticizes the plan as an expensive "gimmick" and claims the government has "lost contact" with over 4,000 people earmarked for deportation to Rwanda. President Kagame's offer to refund the money was welcomed by Labour, which pledged to put it towards processing asylum cases and cracking down on criminal gangs involved in small boat crossings.

via BBC.com|
#asylum-seekers#immigration#paul-kagame
politics2 years ago

Rwanda's Leader Sparks Chaos in Congo.

Journalist Michela Wrong investigates the true nature of Rwandan President Paul Kagame's regime, revealing a dictator who will stop at nothing to silence his critics. In a piece for Foreign Affairs, she reports on Kagame's support for the M23 rebel group in eastern Congo, which is risking a broader regional conflict. The West is doing little to stop Rwanda's destabilization of central Africa.

via Foreign Affairs Magazine|
#congo#m23-rebel-group#paul-kagame