Rwandans Vote in Election Expected to Extend Kagame's 30-Year Rule

With prominent critics barred and minimal opposition, President Paul Kagame is poised for another term, potentially extending his leadership to 2034.

Over 9 million Rwandans are registered to vote in the presidential and legislative elections.
Kagame faces only two challengers, both of whom struggled to gain significant support.
Courts banned several prominent opposition figures from running, citing various legal and procedural issues.
Kagame has been credited with rebuilding Rwanda post-genocide but faces criticism for autocratic governance.
Parallel parliamentary elections are being held, with 500 candidates vying for 80 seats in the Chamber of Deputies.