Paul Kagame sworn in for fourth term as Rwanda's president

Rights groups say the margin of Paul Kagame's victory is proof of the lack of democracy in Rwanda.

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While some hail Mr Kagame for bringing peace and stability to his country after the 1994 genocide, others accuse him of running a repressive regime in a country where ordinary people are afraid to openly criticise him.

Rights groups say the margin of his electoral victory is proof of the lack of democracy in Rwanda.

Only two candidates were allowed to stand against Mr Kagame in the 15 July election.

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