Solemn celebrations mark 20 years since genocide began . France canceled plans over weekend to send troops to Kigali on Sunday . This followed accusations of French involvement in the massacre by the government . In 1994 , a three - month killing spree left an estimated 800,000 people dead .
Solemn commemorations mark 20 years since genocide began . France canceled plans over weekend to send minister to Kigali on Monday . This followed accusations of French involvement in the massacre by Rwanda president . In 1994 , a three-month killing spree left an estimated 800,000 people dead .