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Eugène Rwamucyo with his lawyers during his trial in France in October 2024. Rwamucyo played a central role in the atrocities committed in Butare during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda.

From Rwanda 1994 to DR Congo Today: How Rwamucyo’s trial exposes the genocidal network behind DR Congo’s 30‑year war

Saturday, June 20, 2026
A view of Minembwe, South Kivu, where violence has intensified over recent years.
Africa

DR Congo: Lawyers prepare ICC cases over atrocities in Minembwe

Friday, June 19, 2026
The additional funding aimed at enhancing ongoing welfare programmes that promote survivors’ well-being and living conditions was highlighted on Thursday, June 18. Courtesy
Kwibuka

Budget for Genocide survivors’ support rises by nealry Rwf3bn

Friday, June 19, 2026
If you are looking for something to sink into that is as compelling as any novel, 2026 has already delivered a strong run of nonfiction. COURTESY
Weekender

Five nonfiction books to add to your reading list

Friday, June 19, 2026
The Campaign Against Genocide Monument at the Parliament grounds in Kigali commemorates the Rwanda Patriotic Army’s efforts to stop the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi and rescue civilians. The monument stands as a symbol of courage, sacrifice, and national liberation in Rwanda.
Art

Rwanda’s iconic monuments and the stories they tell

Friday, June 19, 2026
Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of National Unity and Civic Engagement, Eric Mahoro speaks at at the event to mark the International Day for Countering Hate Speech at Kigali Genocide Memorial on June 18. Courtesy
Law

Five-year plan proposed to combat hate speech

Friday, June 19, 2026
Beninese outfit Finance VC will participate in the 2026 Genocide Memorial Volleyball Tournament in Kigali. Courtesy
Volleyball

Volleyball: Beninese club joins Genocide memorial tournament

Friday, June 19, 2026
South African players celebrate a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Czechia on Thursday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Internet

Mokoena’s penalty secures vital point as Bafana keep World Cup hopes alive

Thursday, June 18, 2026
Pravda Mfurankunda, a lecturer at UR's School of Arts and Languages, presented a paper at the University of Rwanda-College of Education conference on June 15. Courtesy
Education

Universities urged to rethink civic education in age of online misinformation

Thursday, June 18, 2026
A health worker chats with a blood donor during an exercise in Kigali. File
Health

Health ministry explores insurance-backed funding for blood services

Thursday, June 18, 2026
Francis Gatare, Africa School of Governance President. Courtesy
Editorial

Africa’s next leaders must be trained to solve our problems

Thursday, June 18, 2026
A view of Ngezi crater lake on the top of Mount Bisoke, rising to 3,711 metres above sea level in Volcanoes National Park. Photo by SAM NGENDAHIMANA
Environment

What Rwanda stands to gain from first UNESCO geopark

Thursday, June 18, 2026