The 30th Commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi is unique, not because it marks three decades after the horrific events in Rwanda, but more than ever, this year, survivors are sharing their stories extensively.
From the women of Avega Agahozo publishing a book containing their survival stories, to thousands of social media users-including young people who were not there-posting photos of their loved ones who were killed in the Genocide, the Kwibuka30 hashtag has been more than just a ‘trend’.
The testimonies shared were mostly unheard stories or unseen pictures-thanks to the power of social media. It has enabled people to share stories that might have otherwise remained untold.