Paul Rusesabagina

Rwanda's Kagame reacts to recent comments by exiled opponent Rusesabagina
As part of an exclusive interview with FRANCE 24, Rwandan President Paul Kagame reacted to recent comments by exiled opponent Paul Rusesabagina, who was depicted in the film "Hotel Rwanda" for his heroic role in saving lives during the 1994 genocide in Rwanda.
France 24 1 min read
Rwanda is transforming and growing — but at what cost?
Rwanda's post-genocide transformation has been remarkable, but uneven. And it prompts many questions, including: what type of leader is needed to help a country grow and heal?
WEKU 11 min read
His story inspired 'Hotel Rwanda.' Now he's speaking out against the government
Paul Rusesabagina, whose life inspired the movie Hotel Rwanda, and his daughter, Anaïse Kanimba, have been vocal critics of Rwanda's current president, Paul Kagame.
WEKU 7 min read
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The Guardian - UK 10 min read
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Rwanda will hold presidential and parliamentary elections in July next year, when President Paul Kagame will seek to extend his three decades in control of the East African country.
Radio France Internationale 4 min read
Rwandan courts will not protect refugees’ rights, say daughters of genocide hero
Family of Paul Rusesabagina, who campaigned to have him freed from jail, say country’s justice system is a ‘tool to oppress people’
The Guardian - UK 6 min read
Cop28 in Dubai: detention risk warning at UN climate summit
The emirate brands itself as a travel hub open to the world, but has seen a string of high-profile detentions of activists
The Guardian - UK 8 min read
Rwanda accused of broad campaign of repression against dissidents
Human Rights Watch report detailing alleged abuses at home and abroad raises questions over UK government’s asylum plan
The Guardian - UK 9 min read
Rwanda ambassador: Suella Braverman ‘absolutely wrong’ on immigration
The home secretary faces embarrassment after a covert sting operation filmed criticism of UK policy by a top official
The Guardian - UK 8 min read
Rwandan President Kagame announces plan to run for a fourth term
Rwandan President Paul Kagame has said for the first time he plans to run for a fourth term in elections due to be held next year.
Radio France Internationale 3 min read