Rwandan Genocide - 3 Minute History

The video explores the complex history of Rwanda, focusing on the ethnic tensions between the Tutsi and Hutu groups. It discusses the colonial influence of Germany and Belgium, which exacerbated these tensions. The Hutu revolution in 1959 led to the exile of many Tutsis, who later formed militias. The Rwandan Civil War began in 1990 with the RPF's invasion. Despite a peace treaty in 1993, tensions escalated, leading to the 1994 genocide, where hundreds of thousands of Tutsis and moderate Hutus were killed. The aftermath saw the RPF take control, leading to further regional instability.

What were the two main ethnic groups in Rwanda?

What led to the Hutu revolution in 1959?

What was the impact of the Arusha Accords signed in August 1993?

How did the RPF respond to the genocide that occurred in April 1994?

What were the consequences of the genocide for the Hutu population?