In the aftermath of unimaginable horror, the Centre National Pastorale stands as a solemn reminder. It became a refuge for Tutsi seeking safety during the Rwandan Genocide in 1994. Tragically, the Centre National Pastorale became both a sanctuary and a site of immense suffering. On June 14, 1994, a large attack targeted the Centre, resulting in the abduction and murder of between 72 and 80 Tutsi. A glimmer of hope emerged on the night of June 16th. RPF Inkotanyi forces, in a daring operation, liberated many Tutsi from the Centre, leading them to safety. However, some, fearing it was a trick, remained and tragically met their deaths the following day. The Centre National Pastorale stands today as a testament to both the resilience of the human spirit and the devastating consequences of hatred.
Embassy of the People’s Republic of China
Standing before the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Kigali, Rwanda, a sense of history and diplomacy washes