Kigeli V of Rwanda - Quotes

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  • "The genocide is a result of a loss of respect and culture," he said. "The young people do not respect or listen to their elders - If I am allowed to return, I will encourage intermarriage among the groups so that we can become one people again."
  • "A king is like a father to the nation... All the tribes are like his children."
  • "My people did not choose to end the monarchy in Rwanda, that was imposed on them by the (Belgians)."
  • "To really die for your country you become a hero"; King Kigeli said through his interpreter; "He was most impressed by the King dream for peace and human rights and that is my dream for Rwanda."
  • "I’m for everyone. I want every one to be a child of God. I want both sides to have peace."
Kigeli V of Rwanda House of Ndahindurwa Born: 1936
Regnal titles
Preceded by
Mutara III
King of Rwanda
25 July 1959 – 28 January 1961
Vacant Monarchy abolished
Titles in pretence
Loss of title
Coup d'état

King of Rwanda
28 January 1961 – present
Incumbent

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