- Rwandan President Paul Kagame has won the presidential election with a staggering 99% of the vote
- Many Rwandans turned out early to vote, citing Kagame’s leadership and progress as reasons for their support
- Critics, however, argue that his authoritarian rule and suppression of dissent have heavily influenced the election’s outcome
In a near-total sweep, Rwandan President Paul Kagame has won the presidential election with 99% of the vote, according to preliminary results released Monday evening.
The National Electoral Commission reported that Kagame secured this overwhelming majority from 79% of ballots counted so far, maintaining his tight grip on power which began in 1994 and saw him first elected president in 2000.
Rwandans turned out early on election day, eager to vote, with many citing progress and stability under Kagame’s leadership as reasons for their support.
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Kagame, casting his vote in Kigali, reaffirmed his commitment to guiding Rwanda towards continued prosperity.
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Despite the presence of opposition candidates Frank Habineza and Philippe Mpayimana, who received 0.53% and 0.32% of the vote respectively, the election outcome seemed a foregone conclusion.
While supporters highlight Kagame’s role in transforming Rwanda since the 1994 genocide, critics point to his authoritarian style and suppression of dissent as factors in his repeated electoral victories.
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The election, monitored by over 1,000 observers, raises ongoing questions about the democratic integrity of Rwanda’s political landscape.
