Multiparty Reform Announced
Announces plans to move Rwanda toward multiparty politics.
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1990 in Rwanda
Explore 8 historical events and records for Rwanda in 1990.
Historical records for Rwanda in 1990
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July
Political Liberalisation Promised
Political reform follows mounting domestic and international pressure.
October
RPF Invasion of Rwanda
Leads the RPF invasion from Uganda into Rwanda.
Rwandan Civil War Begins
The attack begins the Rwandan civil war.
Death of Fred Rwigyema
Is killed shortly after the RPF invasion begins.
RPF Commander Killed
His death creates an immediate leadership crisis in the RPF.
Kagame Returns to Lead RPF
Reorganizes rebel forces after Rwigyema's death.
RPF Command Assumed
Returns from military studies abroad to lead the RPF.
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