Rwanda

Rwanda is a sovereign state in East Africa. It is a nation with a complex history, including the 1994 genocide, and is now developing its international profile through events like hosting Formula One races.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news for winning its first Formula One Grand Prix and for the first UK trial of a person accused of crimes during the 1994 Rwandan genocide.

Latest on Rwanda

• Rwanda reportedly wins Africa’s first F1 Grand Prix since 1993
• Doctor accused of 1994 Rwanda genocide offences to face trial in UK
• Rwanda to beat South Africa to continent's first F1 race in decades
• Doctor in court to face Rwanda genocide charges in UK
• First UK charges brought over 1994 Rwanda genocide
• First charges brought in UK for 1994 Rwanda genocide

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