Behind the Akazu: How Narratives Shaped the Rwandan Tragedy

De: Gaspard MUSABYIMANA

Narrado por: Virtual Voice

Until his assassination on April 6, 1994, President Juvénal Habyarimana faced a brutal war and intense internal pressure to democratize the country. In this volatile environment, his political rivals coined emotionally charged terms designed to discredit him and push their own narrative of events.
Among these terms, Akazu — a so-called "shadowy clan" — gained unprecedented media attention. Linked to groups like the "Zero Network," "Death Squads," and "Hutu Power," it was often used as a simplistic explanation for the complex tragedy of Rwanda.
Through careful research, the author unpacks the history of these terms, revealing their hidden agendas. He shows how these labels, far from being truths, were crafted as part of a strategic communication campaign designed to sway both national and international opinion.
Contrary to the prevailing narrative, this book reopens the debate on the true nature of the Rwandan conflict, exploring the fine line between wartime propaganda and political manipulation.

Gaspard Musabyimana holds a multidisciplinary academic background. He is the author of several books on diverse subjects, including politics and culture.
Musabyimana's publications are accessible through various online retailers, including Amazon, where readers can explore his contributions to discussions on Rwandan history and African cultural practices.