Rwandan singer dies as he was being released from prison
Aimable Karasira has died as he was being released from prison in Kigali, according to the Rwanda Correctional Service (RCS). The RCS said he had died at Nyarugenge Hospital after he had allegedly overdosed on his prescription medication. Hillary Sengabo, RCS spokesperson, later said Karasira was suffering from diabetes, high blood pressure and poor mental health.
Karasira, a Rwandan singer, was 48 years old. He was arrested in 2021, and in 2025 was sentenced to five years for inciting division. The high court last year acquitted him of inciting public disorder, justifying genocide and genocide denial. Karasira was being escorted out of the prison at around 14:00 or 15:00 on Wednesday when he took another dose of his medication, according to the RCS spokesperson. Some government critics view his death as suspicious and have called for an independent investigation. Denise Zaneza, a Rwandan human rights activist based in Belgium, said "After years of persecution and imprisonment, the authorities announce your death just as you were supposed to regain your freedom."
A post-mortem would be carried out, according to Hillary Sengabo.
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A Rwandan singer and government critic has died shortly after being released from prison in Kigali - raising concerns. His death has sparked controversy and calls for an investigation.
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