Rwanda Arrests Opposition Leader Ingabire Amid Charges of Inciting Public Disorder

Rwandan authorities have detained prominent opposition figure Victoire Ingabire in the capital, Kigali, accusing her of inciting the public and forming a criminal organization. The Rwanda Investigations Bureau announced the charges without specifying a court appearance date.

Ingabire, who leads the unregistered party DALFA–Umurinzi, was released in 2018 after a six-year prison term for charges related to forming an armed group and genocide denial. Despite these legal challenges, she remains a vocal critic of President Kagame's government.

While Kagame is credited with significant economic progress post-genocide, his administration faces criticisms over human rights issues and alleged support of Congolese rebels. Ingabire's high-profile arrest underscores the persistent political tensions within Rwanda.

(With inputs from agencies.)