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1998 in Rwanda

Explore 4 historical events and records for Rwanda in 1998.

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Historical records for Rwanda in 1998

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September

2 September 1998

Historic Genocide Judgment

Akayesu, Jean-Paul · Arusha · Former Mayor of Taba · Warfare / Rwandan Genocide

The judgment is the first international conviction for genocide.

2 September 1998

ICTR Genocide Conviction

Akayesu, Jean-Paul · Arusha · Former Mayor of Taba · Warfare / Rwandan Genocide

Is found guilty of genocide by the ICTR.

4 September 1998

Guilty Plea to Genocide

Kambanda, Jean · Arusha · Former Prime Minister of Rwanda · Warfare / Rwandan Genocide

He becomes the first former head of government convicted of genocide.

4 September 1998

ICTR Life Sentence

Kambanda, Jean · Arusha · Former Prime Minister of Rwanda · Warfare / Rwandan Genocide

Receives life imprisonment after pleading guilty to genocide.

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