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The Ministry of National Unity and Civic Engagement (MINUBUMWE) says it is updating its strategy to prevent and combat hate speech, including coded language used to promote division and hatred among Rwandans.
The Ministry of National Unity and Civic Engagement (MINUBUMWE) is updating its strategy to prevent and combat hate speech, including coded language used to promote division and hatred.
The announcement was made Thursday, June 18, 2026, as Rwanda joined the world in marking the International Day for Countering Hate Speech.
MINUBUMWE Permanent Secretary Eric Mahoro said the revised strategy will focus on helping citizens, especially young people, identify hate speech and understand its impact.
“The programme includes educating people about the dangers of hate speech and explaining coded expressions used to promote division,” Mahoro said. “It will also strengthen cooperation among law enforcement, the justice sector, government institutions and civil society to prevent and address those who spread it.”
Mahoro said legal measures alone are not enough, adding that education and public awareness are essential in preventing hate speech.
“Strengthening laws that punish hate speech is important, but it is not enough. We must continue educating young people about what these messages mean and their effects on society,” he said.
He added that teaching young people about the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi remains important in protecting unity and preventing division.
MINUBUMWE said the updated strategy process began in 2026 and is expected to be implemented in 2031. The plan will support existing government efforts against discrimination and division.
Young people who attended the event said they are committed to challenging hate speech, particularly online.
Peace advocate Sandrine Bayisingize said she will continue encouraging young people to promote unity and reject hateful messages.
Saleh Ahishakiye, who works on technology-based peace and mental well-being initiatives, said young people are increasingly learning how to identify and reject hate speech on social media.
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