Government of Rwanda

Rule Changes

Requested investigation; long sought prosecution of suspects abroad

A pre-trial hearing at the Old Bailey on October 9 set a provisional trial date of October 4, 2027, for the UK's first prosecution over the 1994 Rwandan genocide. Mrs Justice Cheema-Grubb expects the trial to last eight to 12 weeks. A plea and case management hearing is set for January 15, 2027.

Updated Oct 28

Rule Changes

As of May 2026: Early adopter of America First health compact; party to Washington Accord

In 2025 the Trump administration dismantled the post-Cold War global health architecture by withdrawing from the WHO, freezing most foreign aid, and abolishing USAID's development role. Through its 'America First Global Health Strategy,' the administration created bilateral health compacts requiring partner governments to co-finance HIV, TB, malaria, and outbreak response programs and gradually assume full responsibility.

Updated May 10

Force in Play

As of May 2026: Conflict party; signatory to the Washington Accord; alleged backer of M23/AFC

In early 2025, the Rwanda-backed M23 rebellion and its allies seized Goma and Bukavu in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, displacing millions. The United States stepped in and brokered the June 27 Washington Accord.

Updated May 9