[Since 1994, the world witnesses the horrifying reality : the Tutsi minority (14%) ethnic domination, the Tutsi minority ethnic rule, tyranny and corruption in Rwanda. The current government has been characterized by the total impunity of RPF criminals, the Tutsi economic monopoly, the Tutsi militaristic domination with an iron fist, and the brutal suppression of the rights of the majority of the Rwandan people (85% are Hutus), mass-arrests and mass-murder by the RPF criminal organization.
Susan E. Rice U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations
Restrictions on the media, harassment of civil-society activists, opposition figures and journalists as well as the disappearance of some of them pose the “next developmental challenge” for the country, Rice said in a copy of a speech delivered at the Kigali Institute of Science and Technology in the capital today.
“The deepening and broadening of democracy can be the next great achievement of this great country and its remarkable people,” she said. “Economic development and political; openness should reinforce each other.”
“Civil society activists, journalists, and political opponents of the government often fear organizing peacefully and speaking out,” Rice said in a speech in the Rwandan capital.
“Some have been harassed. Some have been intimidated by late-night callers. Some have simply disappeared.”
The political culture in Rwanda under President Paul Kagame’s government “remains comparatively closed “Rice said, adding that” press restrictions persist.”
“Rwanda has not just moved beyond its own genocide. It has consistently led by example. From Darfur to Libya and standing up against those who would commit genocide or mass atrocities.”
“I’ve visited Rwanda now several times and as always I come here as a friend. This time, for the first time, I’ll be joined by my family. I want them to see your beautiful country and to learn what can be accomplished when a proud people unite in common cause.”
“I want them also to witness and take inspiration from your achievements. I believe as well that friends should speak frankly to friends.”
“Rwanda’s economic vitality has moved the country forward. Social progress has been substantial, yet the political culture in Rwanda remains comparatively closed. Press restrictions persist, civil society activists, journalists and political opponents of the government often fear organising peacefully and speaking out. Some have been harassed, some have been intimidated by late night callers, some have simply disappeared.”
“Yet, the world is moving rapidly in a different direction. Across the globe, including in societies where a common system rose that freedom would never arise, we’re seeing people demand the right to chart their own future. To organise peaceful demonstrations and to criticise their own governments. From… Tunisia, the demand to be heard has spread across North Africa and the Middle East…”
“…They will keep speaking out because they have a universal right to do so. And they know it. These rights: freedom of assembly, freedom of expression, freedom to organise peacefully, are just as valid, just as inherent in Asia, in Latin America and Sub-Saharan Africa as they are in Europe, America or the Middle East.”
“As President Kagame said, I quote, “The uprising in Libya has already sent a message to leaders in Africa and beyond. It is that if we lose touch with our people, if we do not serve them as they deserve and address their needs, there will be consequences. Their grievances will accumulate — and no matter how much time passes, they can turn against you.” End quote.”
“And with all that you have achieved ove the past seventeen years, I am confident that you will pass this milestone as well.”
African SurViVors International (AS International)
AS International centers its work on the twin concepts of freedom of self-determination and freedom from tyranny. These ideals include the belief that all human beings have the rights to speak freely, to associate with those of like mind, and to leave and enter their countries. Individuals in a free society must be accorded equal treatment and due process under law, and must have the opportunity to participate in the governments of their countries;
AS International’s ideals likewise find expression in the conviction that all human beings have the right to be free from arbitrary detainment or exile and from interference and coercion in matters of conscience. ASI does not support nor condone violence.
The Truth can be buried and stomped into the ground where none can see, yet eventually it will, like a seed, break through the surface once again far more potent than ever, and Nothing can stop it. Truth can be suppressed for a “time”, yet It cannot be destroyed. ==> Wolverine
The Truth can be buried and stomped into the ground where none can see, yet eventually it will, like a seed, break through the surface once again far more potent than ever, and Nothing can stop it. Truth can be suppressed for a time, yet It cannot be destroyed => Wolverine
