Justice for genocide, Rwandan-style

Article Abstract:

The Rwandan government recruited judges to hear war crimes cases by awarding positions to those who scored highest in general-knowledge questions. Unseasoned judges, mostly Tutsis, are hearing cases in which many defendants are unable to mount a proper defense.

Cases, Laws, regulations and rules, Tanzania, War crimes

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A tale of two homecomings

Article Abstract:

Pres Motbutu Sese Seko came home to Zaire after spending four months in Europe for cancer treatment, and at the same time some 200,000 refugees were returning to Rwanda after a two years absence. The two homecomings were pictures of stark contrast.

Refugees, Travel

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The hope for Zaire: a fresh start, not a ceasefire

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Efforts underway to prevent civil war in Zaire are admirable, but a ceasefire will only postpone a war. Rebel leader Laurent Kabila is a better choice for leader than Pres Mobutu, as he would be more likely to be able to hold the country together.

Editorial, Evaluation, Kabila, Laurent

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