
The Daily
A Battle for the Soul of Rwanda
Feb 18, 2021
Declan Walsh, Chief Africa correspondent for The New York Times, and Abdi Latif Dahir, East Africa correspondent, dive into the controversial story of Paul Rusesabagina, famed for his role in the Rwandan genocide. They discuss the complexities of Rwanda's narrative, balancing heroism against authoritarianism under Kagame. The dangers faced by dissenters in today's political climate are examined, alongside Rusesabagina's precarious legal situation and the international response to his imprisonment. Insights from a jailhouse interview highlight the ongoing struggle for human rights.
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