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Jean Damascène Bizimana, Minister of National Unity and Civic Engagement, has called on Rwandan youth to play a central role in combating the denial of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. Dan Gatsinzi

Experts tip Rwandan youth on combatting genocide denial online

Wednesday, April 16, 2025

A genocide memorial site that is among memorials to be relocated. File

Rwanda accelerates consolidation of Genocide memorial sites

Tuesday, April 15, 2025

In Nyaruguru, many Tutsi sought refuge at Muganza Catholic Parish after their homes were burned and their lives threatened. Courtesy

April 15, 1994: Bulldozer used to crush Tutsi refugees in Nyange

Tuesday, April 15, 2025

Louise Ingabire Kalisa, a genocide survivor shares her testimony during the commemoration event.

‘Society begins at home’: A survivor’s story of loss, resilience, and rebuilding with Love

Tuesday, April 15, 2025

The remains of 320 victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi have been recovered over the past four days in Nyamata Sector

Remains of 320 Genocide victims found near Nyamata memorial

Monday, April 14, 2025

Minister Bizimana lays a wreath during the commemoration more than 30,000 victims of the 1994 Genocide laid to rest in Kibeho-Nyaruguru

Minister Bizimana reflects on clergy’s role in 1994 Genocide

Monday, April 14, 2025

Volunteers help a trauma victim during the commemoration at Nyanza-Kicukiro on April 11. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi

RBC reports 2,000 cases of emotional distress, trauma during Kwibuka week

Monday, April 14, 2025

The 31st edition of commemorations began on April 7 across the world, organized by Rwandan embassies, diaspora communities, and friends of Rwanda.

Kwibuka 31: A recap of how Rwandans abroad commemorated

Monday, April 14, 2025

On April 14, 1994, the violence escalated, particularly in remote regions such as Birambo in the former Kibuye Prefecture (now Karongi District), and Kibeho in present-day Nyaruguru.

April 14, 1994: Genocidaires behead Tutsi man to “examine” his brains

Monday, April 14, 2025

Rwanda Security Forces in Mozambique along with Mozambique Security organs and friends of Rwanda commemorated the 31st anniversary of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda.

Kwibuka31: Rwanda Security Forces in Mozambique commemorate

Sunday, April 13, 2025

Artistes signed under 1.55AM and members of United Generation Basketball visited and paid respects to victimes laid ti rest at Nyanza Genocide Memorial in Nyanza District, South Province-courtesy photos

Kwibuka 31: 1:55AM artistes honour Genocide victims in Nyanza

Sunday, April 13, 2025

The Chairperson the Rwanda Media Council (RMC), Scovia Mutesi, addresses mourners during a commemoration event to pay tribute to formers journalists killed in Genocide. Photo by RBA

Govt to erect monument for journalists killed in Genocide

Sunday, April 13, 2025

April 13, the last day of the first week of the Genocide against the Tutsi, was marked by widespread massacres in churches across Kigali

April 13, 1994: Massacres stain Kigali churches

Sunday, April 13, 2025

Shelter Group Africa management and staff lay a wreath to honour the victims of the Genocide at the Kigali Genocide Memorial on April 9. Courtesy

Shelter Group/Africa pays tribute to victims of 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, supports survivors

Sunday, April 13, 2025

Government officials, politicians and other mourners observe a moment of silence to pay tributes to the victims at Rebero Genocide Memorial on Sunday, April 13. All photos by Dan Gatsinzi

PHOTOS: Politicians urged to renew efforts to fight against genocide ideology

Sunday, April 13, 2025

Emmanuel Hamez, the CEO of Airtel Rwanda, and Jean Claude Gaga Managing Director of airtel money lay a wreath to honour victims at Ntarama Genocide Memorial. Courtesy

Remarks by Airtel CEO at Ntarama Genocide Memorial

Sunday, April 13, 2025

Marie-Ignâce Uwimana, a genocide survivor shares her testimony during the commemoration event. Courtesy

Kwibuka: The testimony of a woman that even ‘death refused to take’

Sunday, April 13, 2025

Artistic reflection was used to commemorate the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in an event held in Ottawa, Canada on April 12. Courtesy

PHOTOS: How art shaped Genocide commemoration at Canadian arts centre

Sunday, April 13, 2025

Mourners observe a moment of silence in honour of 60 journalists killed during the Genocide against the Tutsi on Saturday, April 12. Photos by RBA

Kwibuka31: Journalists urged to ‘use conscience’ when dealing with Rwanda’s history

Sunday, April 13, 2025

A total of 21 bodies were given a dignified burial at Kiziguro memorial on Saturday, April 12. All photos by Emmanuel Nkangura

Kwibuka 31: ‘When you survive something like this, everyone buried becomes your family’ – genocide survivor

Saturday, April 12, 2025