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Belgian Woman's Quest for Genocide Justice Nears End

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Nyakundi Report

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This archive report was first published on 6 November 2019.

November 6, 2019, marks a quarter of a century since extremist leaders unleashed death squads in Rwanda's hills, sparking a genocide that would claim countless lives.

Martine Beckers, a Belgian woman who lost three loved ones to the violence in Kigali, has dedicated her life to seeking justice for the victims.

Her tireless efforts are finally bearing fruit as a key suspect in the genocide is set to stand trial this Thursday.

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