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Added on the 07/04/2024 09:56:26 - Copyright : AFPTV - First images
A night vigil is held at a ceremony in Kigali paying tribute to victims 30 years after the Rwandan genocide. The 100-day massacre at the hands of Hutu extremists started on April 7 in 1994 and claimed the lives of 800,000 people, largely Tutsis but also moderate Hutus. IMAGES
Paris commemorates the genocide of the Tutsis in Rwanda 30 years ago with a message broadcast on the Eiffel Tower's first floor. IMAGES
Officals, including Germany's Angela Merkel and United States' Mike Pence, arrive at the official ceremony in Poland to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the start of the Second World War. IMAGES
Twenty accused arrive for the verdict of their terrorism trial in Rwanda. Paul Rusesabagina, the 21st and most famous accused, has been boycotting the trial since March and did not come to court. Rwandan prosecutors have sought a life sentence for Rusesabagina, the 67-year-old former hotelier credited with saving hundreds of lives during the 1994 genocide, and whose actions inspired the Hollywood film "Hotel Rwanda". His supporters say the charges are politically motivated. IMAGES
Rwandan President Paul Kagame and his wife Jeannette light the flame of hope at Kigali Genocide Memorial, marking 27th anniversary of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.