Timothy Longman 🏳️‍🌈

I started the research for this book in March 2001. It only took 16 years to finish! I think I need a drink.😀

I got to talk about Rwanda’s elections on BBC NewsHour today. I come on at minute 14. bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/w172zb…

30 years later, we look back with horror on the unthinkable violence, with sadness over those lost, and with admiration for survivors who have managed to rebuild their lives. At a time when commitment to human rights is in decline, Rwanda reminds us of the need to act.

Having returned from Rwanda 11 months before, I struggled to get news of friends. It wasn’t until I returned to Rwanda a year later that I learned details of those who survived but lost their families and others killed, sometimes by people I knew.

30 years ago today, I heard of the president of Rwanda’s death. Soon reports of violence trickled in. Within a week, it was obvious that a genocide was under way against Rwanda’s Tutsi minority.

Hey African studies hive mind, next year I’m teaching a general seminar in African politics. What books and other readings would you recommend?

Bought a washing machine @homedepot. Delivery yesterday came 8 hours after the window, w/o explanation. The drivers dropped off but didn't install it, because they didn't have the hoses. We called this morning to reschedule, which won't happen until THURSDAY! Terrible service!

Happy to share a Bluesky invite if you'd like. It's a much more civil place ... at least so far.

Absolutely!! I'll email you one. It will be lovely to have you there!

I have a few invite codes for Blue sky if anyone wants one. It's a friendly place but needs more folks. Preference for scholars from Africa.