Before gaining independence in 1962, Rwanda was a Belgian colony. The Belgians initially governed through the existing Tutsi monarchy, which exacerbated ethnic divisions between the Tutsi and Hutu populations. The colonial administration implemented policies that favored Tutsis, leading to increased tensions and conflict that persisted even after independence. Rwanda's independence was marked by significant political upheaval and ethnic strife.
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The queen of England (queen Elizabeth) ruled Botswana before independence.
Rwanda was ruled by Belgium from about 1918-1960.
A minority group, the Tutsis, ruled over the Hutu majority.
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A minority group, the Tutsis, ruled over the Hutu majority.
Rwanda was ruled by Belgium from 1919, following the end of World War I when it was mandated to Belgium by the League of Nations. The Belgian colonial administration implemented policies that exacerbated ethnic divisions between the Hutu and Tutsi populations, which had lasting impacts on Rwandan society. This colonial rule continued until Rwanda gained independence in 1962.
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