The Rwandan Genocide

The genocide and the war of 1994 caused thousands of widows and orphans in Rwanda to fend for themselves. They faced an extreme sense of hopelessness as many of them lost their parents, spouses, brothers, sisters, children, their homes and possessions.

Prior to the Genocide, Rwanda had two tribes who lived reasonably harmoniously until the 1930s. The Tutsis were considered superior to the Hutus – because of education and employment opportunities being more available to them in the early 20th century. This caused resentment which became more overt when threatening messages were broadcast over the radio. When the Hutu President was shot down in 1994 – the Hutus rose up to massacre the Tutsis.

 

 

Solace Ministries

Solace Ministries in Rwanda is helping the orphans, widows, families and the many needy of Rwanda to face the challenges of the past blood shed, and those of the future, like the AIDS epidemic. With God's help we are partnering with the people of Rwanda through raising funds, awareness, and seeking Gods mercy through prayer.

Solace Ministries Rwanda is a nationally recognised Non-Government Organisation (NGO). It is a Christian organisation that seeks to meet the physical, mental and spiritual needs of those afflicted by the genocide of 1994.