The commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the Rwandan genocide on April 9 has afforded over 2,073 victims of the carnage to be given a decent burial after their remains were discovered in mass graves in the Huye District.

According to local media, the remains of the victims, largely from the Tutsi ethnic group, were discovered under a house and a field.

A local tabloid reported that the first six bodies were discovered in October 2023 as workers were building a fence around the compound that belongs to a one Jean Baptiste Hishamunda in Ngoma sector.

“Neighbours and the owners of the home had concealed information about the victims’ whereabouts for a long time,” according to city officials.

Ange Sebutege, the Mayor of Huye District who supervised the exhumation of the remains, told journalists on Monday that the victims of the 1994 genocide will get a decent burial on April 30 in Ngoma Genocide memorial during a commemoration activity that is planned.

He added that the land where the bodies were exhumed is being prepared to establish a symbol that massacres were committed during the pogrom.

The area, according to Sebutege, was inhabited by soldiers of the genocidal regime, two of whom are said to have committed genocide crimes including the son of Hishamunda, who is currently serving a sentence in Huye prison after pleading guilty.

“Despite pleading guilty he never shared information about the victims’ remains dumped in mass graves at his home.

“The suspects being pursued for concealing the information include 86-year-old Jean Baptiste Hishamunda, Seraphine Dusabemariya, 61 , Petero Habimana, 89, Mariani Musasangohe, 50, Marie Josee Uwabega, 53, and Mediatrice Uwimana, 54,” Sebutege said.

“Others like Sifa Nyirakiromba, 68, was released while the six suspects will be arraigned in court.

“Dusabemariya, Musangangohe, and Uwabega are children of Jean Baptiste Hishamunda, while Habimana and Uwimana are neighbours of Dusabemariya,” he stated.

According to Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB), there is an increase in crimes related to concealing, destroying, eliminating, or degrading evidence or information relating to genocide, which saw a rise of 120 percent.

“However, this increase is viewed positively by RIB, as it signifies a growing awareness of the legal impact associated with withholding crucial information regarding genocide.

“This surge in cases, from 44 in 2019 to 97 in 2023, demonstrates progress, as individuals are increasingly disclosing the whereabouts of genocide victims’ remains, thus contributing to the process of healing and reconciliation,” according to RIB.

American tabloid, Essence Magazine, has named Nigerian Grammy-winning singer, Burna Boy, in the list of the “World’s the Sexiest Men of the Moment.”

The list which was released on Saturday in the inaugural issue of Essence Sexiest Men of the Moment is headlined by British movie star, Damson Idris, who was named the sexiest man in the world.

In a tribute to the nominees, Rivea Ruff, Entertainment Editor at Essence, highlighted Burna Boy’s unique allure which he says goes “beyond the obvious physical attributes,” and notes that “Burna Boy’s appeal lies in his distinctly African swag.”

“His voice and presence command the stage, he has impeccable style, and is always perfectly groomed and iced out. Ladies love it,” Ruff wrote.

The magazine added that Burna Boy joined an elite roster of influential men, including Usher, Trevante Rhodes, Daniel Kaluuya, Colman, and Skepta, in the prestigious list.

The tabloid notes that “Burna Boy’s African swag is one of the reasons he always stands out while his charming persona and ability to command attention even when he is not even trying, makes him an impeccable specimen of a man.”

Essence also touched on the singer’s clean and well-groomed beard as one of his best physical attributes.

“His inclusion in the list highlights not only his undeniable talent but also his global influence and magnetic presence in the entertainment industry,” Ruff stated.