Rule of Law Quick Scan - Rwanda: Prospects and Challenges

The Rule of Law in Rwanda is a contentious topic. As many issues in Rwanda, the debate on the Rule of Law is highly polarised. It seems hard to find a middle-way between outright believers pro or against Rwanda. This report describes the discussion about the Rule of Law in Rwanda in 2011,based on recent publications, including policy documents and reports from within and outside the Government of Rwanda. The various conflicting opinions and statements give an impression of the main discussions, and should enable the reader to form his or her own opinion.

The Hague Institute for the Internationalisation of Law (Hiil) 2012

HiiL is an independent research and advisory institute devoted to promoting a deeper understanding and more transparent and effective implementation of justice and the rule of law, worldwide.