Rwanda's president smashes his own election record

Rwanda's President Paul Kagame has won Monday's election with over 99% of the vote, surpassing his previous records of 98.63% in 2017, 93% in 2010, and 95% in 2003.

Critics attribute his overwhelming victories to his authoritarian rule, while supporters cite his popularity due to Rwanda's stability and economic growth.

Kagame, a former rebel leader, ended the 1994 genocide. The electoral commission barred several candidates but allowed two, who received a combined 0.85% of the vote.

Voter turnout was 98%. Human Rights Watch criticized the limited political space, while Uganda's President Museveni praised Kagame's leadership. Rwanda faces high youth unemployment but remains one of Africa's fastest-growing economies.