Rwanda Defence Force

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Sanctioned in March 2026

The US Treasury sanctioned Rwanda's defence ministry and Zigama Credit and Savings Society, the bank that handles payments for the country's security services, on October 28. Treasury says the ministry sent thousands of troops into eastern Congo to fight alongside the M23 rebel group.

Updated Nov 3

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Former employer of Kabera; investigated defilement allegation against him in 2020

Robert Kabera, a former Rwandan army sergeant major who criticized President Paul Kagame on YouTube, was found beheaded on October 17 in Luwala Village in Mpigi District, about 45km southwest of Kampala. Police say no suspect has been identified and his head has not been recovered.

Updated Oct 25