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Human rights commission starts work

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    The Rwandan human rights commission, established in May, has officially begun its work, DPA news agency said, citing Rwandan radio. Its president Gasana Ndoba said that over the next five years, the commission would research and investigate possible causes of past human rights violations. It would also track down those who violated human rights, in conjunction with Rwandan and international justice. The commission will work with the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR).

    Meanwhile, Rwanda’s representative to the ICTR Martin Ngoga said he would soon arrive in Arusha, Tanzania. He told the Hirondelle news agency he was still working out the definition of his tasks with the justice ministry. An ICTR spokesman said Ngoga’s appointment followed discussions between the tribunal and the Rwandan government which expressed interest in having a liaison officer.

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