During the Rwandan genocide in 1994 , Joseph lost his parents and many family members . The tragedies his country endured contribute to his being an advocate for peace and reconciliation . In 2000 , he resigned Parliament and fled Rwanda because he feared assassination . He had emerged as an independent politician who denounced abuses and enhancing the independence and role of the Parliament , particularly with regard to oversight of government action . This commitment to good government won him approval among ordinary people , Hutu as well as Tutsi
Rwandan genocide
Rwandan genocide
Joseph Sebarenzi