Rwandan genocide, 1994

The 1994 Rwandan genocide was the result of an economic crisis, civil war, population growth and a struggle for state power. This article briefly covers the historical background, independence of Rwanda, prelude to genocide, ideology, propoganda and hate campaigns, the role of the United Nations and UNAMIR, genocide, and the aftermath. The article includes a list of the key figures involved, a glossary and timeline.