The UN Secretary General Ban Ki Moon, marking International Day of Reflection on the Genocide in Rwanda, on Tuesday stressed the need to prevent genocide by fighting "genocide ideology".
“It is essential that Governments, the judiciary and civil society stand firm against hate speech and those who incite division and violence,” Mr Ban said whilst addressing a remembrance event at the UN General Assembly.
“The history of Rwanda teaches us an essential lesson,” he added. “While the capacity for the deepest evil resides in all societies, so too do the qualities of understanding, generosity and reconciliation. Let us nurture these hallmarks of our common humanity to help build a life of dignity and security for all.”