Critic of Rwandan Government Found Beheaded in Uganda
Robert Kabera, a former Rwandan army sergeant major and critic of President Paul Kagame, was found beheaded in Uganda on October 17, 2026. His body was discovered in Mpigi District, with severe injuries and signs of struggle. Kabera had been living in exile since 2020 and had expressed fear for his life in a recent video.
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- ✓ Robert Kabera, a former Rwandan army sergeant major, was found beheaded in Uganda.
- ✓ Kabera's body was discovered in Mpigi District on October 17, 2026.
- ✓ Kabera was a critic of Rwandan President Paul Kagame and had been living in exile since 2020.
- ✓ Kabera's body showed severe injuries and signs of struggle.
What changed
The Uganda Law Society has called for an urgent and impartial investigation into Kabera's murder, and Human Rights Watch has demanded a probe into the brutal murder.
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Rwandan Government Critic Robert Kabera Found Beheaded in Uganda
Robert Kabera, a former Rwandan army sergeant major and critic of President Paul Kagame, was found beheaded in Uganda on October 17, 2026. His body was discovered in Mpigi District, with severe injuries and signs of struggle. Kabera had been living in exile since 2020 and had expressed fear for his life in a recent video.
Why it matters
This incident raises concerns about the safety of critics of the Rwandan government living in exile. President Paul Kagame has been accused of assassinating opponents, and human rights groups are demanding an investigation into Kabera's murder. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for action from various organizations.
What is confirmed
- Robert Kabera, a former Rwandan army sergeant major, was found beheaded in Uganda.
- Kabera's body was discovered in Mpigi District on October 17, 2026.
- Kabera was a critic of Rwandan President Paul Kagame and had been living in exile since 2020.
- Kabera's body showed severe injuries and signs of struggle.
Still unconfirmed
- Rwandan authorities have been accused of assassinating opponents of President Paul Kagame.
What to watch next
- Investigation into Kabera's murder
- Reaction from Rwandan government
- Kabera's family seeking justice
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