{"id":89736,"date":"2024-11-13T10:46:28","date_gmt":"2024-11-13T10:46:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/rwanda\/all-news\/a-toxic-handshake-of-nonsense-the-curious-case-of-a-euobserver-editor"},"modified":"2024-11-13T11:01:05","modified_gmt":"2024-11-13T11:01:05","slug":"a-toxic-handshake-of-nonsense-the-curious-case-of-a-euobserver-editor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/rwanda\/policy\/a-toxic-handshake-of-nonsense-the-curious-case-of-a-euobserver-editor","title":{"rendered":"A toxic handshake of nonsense: The curious case of a EUobserver editor"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Rwanda. <\/strong><\/span>Ah, Andrew Rettman. The man who, in the august halls of journalism, lays claim to an \u201cinvestigative\u201d seat but appears to have misplaced his magnifying glass and sense of integrity in favor of wild tales twisted from the depths of paranoia or in favor of a clown’s nose and a vat of speculative nonsense.<\/p>\n

Rettman, the foreign editor for EUobserver, published an \u201cInvestigation\u201d article \u201cHandshake of death: EU embrace of Kagame helping silence dissidents in Belgium\u201d for EUobserver, Rettman offers a spectacularly farcical portrayal of Rwandans and their government\u2014 not only of malice but of lazy sensationalism.<\/p>\n

His sources? Several unnamed Belgian security service officials, an echoing parade of known genocide deniers like Natasha Abingeneye and for extra dramatic flair, Jambo Asbl\u2014 a genocide-denialist group that gets more airtime in his article than common sense itself. Of course and a cast of the usual suspects\u2014Judi Rever and Peter Verlinden\u2014whose well-documented anti-Rwanda biases are known to even the least discerning observer.<\/p>\n

Master poisoners<\/b><\/p>\n

Rettman’s reliance on such figures is far less \u201cinvestigative journalism\u201d and more a showcase of absurdity. Let\u2019s delve deeper into this swirling cocktail of misinformation and reflect on how pathetic and pathological Rettman\u2019s fabrications truly are.<\/p>\n

Picture this: somewhere in Belgium, a nameless security officer\u2014who may or may not be Rettman himself in a trench coat\u2014whispers with cinematic gravitas. Let\u2019s unpack the crux of Rettman\u2019s plot, starting with his mysterious \u201cBelgian security source\u201d who, conveniently unnamed, spills a tale straight out of a B-movie thriller: \u201cThe Rwandans are master poisoners. There\u2019s one toxin that can be administered via a handshake: The assassin smears it onto the palm of their hand, shakes the victim’s hand on some pretext, then walks away and takes an antidote to save themselves.\u201d<\/p>\n

Here, Rettman offers no evidence, no corroboration, and no logic\u2014just baseless insinuation dressed as investigative insight. How pathetic must one be to accept such drivel as fact? If Rettman truly understood the value of evidence in journalism, he\u2019d realize that unverified hearsay from shadowy figures is as credible as a ghost story told around a campfire.<\/p>\n

This isn\u2019t just irresponsible reporting; it\u2019s hate speech wrapped in the guise of journalism. By labeling \u201cRwandans\u201d en masse as \u201cmaster poisoners,\u201d Rettman engages in blatant racial stereotyping, tarring an entire people with the brush of villainy.<\/p>\n

No reasonable security officer would make such a grotesque claim without offering solid proof. But Rettman doesn\u2019t ask for proof\u2014he revels in spreading these baseless slanders, as if blind hatred alone validates his words.<\/p>\n

Racist discourse is reproduced without notice. He quotes Peter Verlinden “But if I go to an event with Africans, I only eat from the public buffet and I always serve my own plate [for fear of poison].\u201d This is a statement from a man who is married to an African, a Rwandan to be specific.<\/p>\n

This \u201cpoison handshake\u201d myth is so preposterous it borders on comical. Imagine assassins strolling around with lethal hand cream, waiting to exchange pleasantries before slipping away to pop a magic antidote pill. Even James Bond would roll his eyes at such a ludicrous plot device.<\/p>\n

The shadowy figure, illuminated by a flickering lamppost, fades into the fog, leaving Rettman, pen in hand, nodding solemnly. Never mind that this premise resembles the plot of a low-budget spy movie, it was enough for Rettman to run with. For him, it was \u2018evidence\u2019\u2014not the verifiable kind, mind you, but the sort that dances at the edges of credibility before dissolving into a puff of thin air.<\/p>\n

The poison-handshake theory is not just preposterous\u2014it\u2019s insulting to human intelligence. Rettman\u2019s source, whom we might generously refer to as \u201cDeep Bunk,\u201d implies that Rwandan assassins operate like bumbling extras in a James Bond parody, shaking hands with victims, then slipping away to swallow their magical antidote pills.<\/p>\n

If Rettman paused for a moment to weigh the absurdity of this claim, it doesn\u2019t show. Instead, he gleefully published it, presenting a damning stereotype as fact and smearing a whole people in the process. If this is what he calls investigative journalism, I shudder to think of what he\u2019d do with a real story.<\/p>\n

To call Rettman\u2019s article a smear piece would be an understatement\u2014it is, quite simply, a grotesque amalgamation of hearsay dressed up as \u201cfacts.\u201d This jaw-dropping statement is presented without evidence, context, or even a shred of plausibility.<\/p>\n

The idea that anyone with functioning critical faculties would take such a claim seriously boggles the mind. Only Michela Wrong, Kenneth Roth and others like them congratulated the writer. Just visiting X platform will be able to see what they wrote on the day the piece was published.<\/p>\n

But for Rettman, it was apparently good enough to build an entire narrative around. He hangs his allegations on this absurd, baseless quote, all while asking his readers to suspend disbelief\u2014and common sense\u2014entirely. Rettman doubles down on the poison-handshake theory, embellishing it with the flourish of a charlatan thriller writer. Imagine, he tells us, an assassin smearing their hand with a toxin, casually greeting their victim, and then darting off to pop a magic antidote like a vitamin pill. It would be laughable were it not so insidious.<\/p>\n

This brand of storytelling is not only devoid of journalistic merit but also reeks of contempt for the intelligence of his readers. Rettman\u2019s refusal to scrutinize such an outlandish tale betrays either a gross inability to engage with evidence or a willful desire to spread disinformation. In either case, it is a glaring insult to all who value credible, fact-based reporting.<\/p>\n

Rettman\u2019s piece is further tarnished by his reliance on Natasha Abingeneye and Jambo Asbl\u2014names synonymous with genocide denialism and hate propaganda. In his article, Abingeneye appears no fewer than seven times, while Jambo Asbl gets an enthusiastic five mentions.<\/p>\n

This obsessive over-reliance on known disinformation peddlers speaks volumes about Rettman\u2019s priorities: presenting one side of a complex issue with the zeal of a carnival barker, while ignoring evidence that would challenge his preferred narrative. What Rettman seeks, clearly, is not truth, but a spectacle\u2014a crude caricature of Rwanda painted with the broadest, most malicious strokes possible.<\/p>\n

The forgotten father?<\/b><\/p>\n

Andrew Rettman\u2019s trust in Jambo Asbl\u2019s member Natacha Abingeneye is a glaring example of his penchant for biased and sloppy reporting. By taking her allegations at face value without even a cursory fact-check, Rettman not only reveals his disdain for journalistic integrity but also his willingness to tarnish the image of President Paul Kagame’s government with sensationalist claims.<\/p>\n

In his article, Rettman cites Abingeneye\u2019s assertion that Kagame\u2019s agents were behind the murder of her father, Juvenal Uwilingiyimana, in Brussels in 2005. According to Rettman, Uwilingiyimana was \u201ca former government minister in Rwanda, was giving evidence to the UN\u2019s International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda when he went missing, and his mutilated body was later found in a canal in the EU capital.\u201d Rettman\u2019s depiction stinks of biased sensationalism, devoid of the context and factual rigor expected from someone who purports to be an investigative journalist.<\/p>\n

If Rettman had bothered to dig deeper, he would have found ample documentation indicating that the circumstances surrounding Uwilingiyimana\u2019s death were far more complex than his daughter Abingeneye\u2019s version suggests.<\/p>\n

In reality, it is fair to wonder if Rettman even knew the name of Abingeneye\u2019s father or if he simply ran with a ready-made narrative provided by his preferred sources. If he had looked into Uwilingiyimana\u2019s actual history, he would have quickly discovered evidence that thwarts the \u201cKagame-did-it\u201d story.<\/p>\n

According to the ICTR’s press release of December 23, 2005, following Uwilingiyimana\u2019s death, the former minister had repeatedly expressed concern for his and his family’s safety. His fear was not directed at Rwanda\u2019s government but at \u201cpowerful persons in the Rwandan exile community.\u201d<\/p>\n

The ICTR recognized the gravity of Uwilingiyimana\u2019s position: he was cooperating with the Prosecutor, an act that, in his own words, marked him as a \u201ctraitor\u201d within certain elements of the Rwandan diaspora. The court explicitly stated that such individuals \u201crun the risk that vengeance will be taken against them or against their families.\u201d<\/p>\n

For a journalist genuinely interested in the truth, these facts would have raised red flags about the claims being made by Abingeneye and her ideological allies. But Rettman, consumed by his prejudices, conveniently ignored them.<\/p>\n

In reality, Uwilingiyimana had refused to testify in defense of Protais Zigiranyirazo\u2014an accused genocidaire\u2014and had implicated several individuals who had every reason to wish him harm. His fear for his life was so great that ICTR investigators interviewed him in France rather than in Belgium, where he ultimately met his tragic end.<\/p>\n

Rettman\u2019s refusal to engage with these details reveals not only a lack of curiosity of an investigative journalist, but an active disinterest in any evidence that might challenge his preconceived notions.<\/p>\n

Abingeneye\u2019s ideological motivations for blaming Rwanda are well-known, and Rettman\u2019s blind faith in her account underscores his contempt for even the most basic standards of fairness. Her allegations conveniently fit Rettman\u2019s narrative, but the facts paint a more nuanced\u2014and deeply troubling\u2014picture of betrayal, intimidation, and murder within the Rwandan exile community.<\/p>\n

For Rettman, none of this seems to matter. He is more interested in confirming his biased position than in uncovering the truth. His willingness to ignore available facts is a dereliction of journalistic duty and a blatant attempt to mislead his readers.<\/p>\n

Several international media outlets reported on Uwilingiyimana\u2019s death, and a simple internet search would have yielded the ICTR\u2019s press release, offering context that completely undermines Abingeneye\u2019s claims.<\/p>\n

Poisonous pen<\/b><\/p>\n

But Rettman\u2019s reporting is not about context, nuance, or accuracy\u2014it is about pandering to a specific, prejudiced agenda. By elevating unsupported claims and ignoring established evidence, Rettman not only disrespects his readers but actively engages in a form of hate speech.<\/p>\n

His work is not journalism but a malicious caricature that spreads disinformation and sows mistrust. What makes Rettman\u2019s reporting so dangerous is precisely what makes it so pathetic and pathological. He does not seek to inform; he seeks to inflame.<\/p>\n

He is not interested in the complexities of history, justice, or accountability\u2014only in exploiting them to push a skewed narrative. His work exemplifies the toxic consequences of biased journalism: it misinforms the public, emboldens extremists, and poisons the well of public discourse.<\/p>\n

In this case, it also betrays a shocking willingness to sacrifice truth on the altar of ideology. By trusting sources like Abingeneye and ignoring the wealth of evidence that contradicts her claims, Rettman reveals himself as less an investigator and more a peddler of venomous falsehoods. It is a sad, dangerous spectacle, and it is one we should all reject.<\/p>\n

It becomes clear that Rettman is not merely misinformed; he is a purposeful misinformer and disinformer. His narrative is structured around fabrications that appear to have sprung from an online cesspool of conspiracy theories and hate speech. Take, for example, the so-called \u201cMunyuza droplets.\u201d<\/p>\n

This dubious claim has been circulating for years among online trolls, genocidal sympathizers, and spambots. YouTube and \u201cX\u201d platforms have a lot of them. It is a prime example of digital debris that a true investigative journalist would debunk, not amplify. Yet Rettman not only entertains this garbage\u2014he treats it as gospel to Christians, betraying his readers\u2019 trust in the process.<\/p>\n

At its core, Rettman\u2019s work lacks the backbone that defines credible journalism: evidence. Good reporting demands facts, details, and a commitment to presenting verifiable information. Rettman offers none of this.<\/p>\n

Instead, he serves up a toxic stew of half-baked quotes, anonymous sources, and unsupported assertions, all designed to titillate rather than inform. His failure to provide even a modicum of proof is a betrayal of journalistic integrity and an insult to readers who seek knowledge, not misinformation.<\/p>\n

Rettman\u2019s method of \u201cinvestigation\u201d involves little more than parroting the views of genocide deniers, known Rwanda haters, and self-styled \u201cexperts\u201d who lack credibility. This reckless approach is more than just bad journalism; it\u2019s a vehicle for hate speech.<\/p>\n

By giving a platform to these voices, Rettman legitimizes their venomous rhetoric, further poisoning public discourse and spreading falsehoods that can have real, harmful consequences. His piece drips with a disdain for evidence and a contempt for the truth\u2014a toxic combination that should disqualify him from any serious journalistic endeavor.<\/p>\n

Rettman\u2019s inability to grasp the importance of evidence is not just a professional failing; it\u2019s a dangerous indulgence in disinformation. Every unsupported claim he makes erodes trust, misleads readers, and perpetuates harmful stereotypes.<\/p>\n

His work reflects a deep-rooted contempt for his audience and a cynical disregard for the responsibilities of his profession. In an era where misinformation can fuel violence and hatred, Rettman\u2019s recklessness borders on the criminal.<\/p>\n

To conclude, let us return to the image of Rettman, clutching his poisoned pen, oblivious to the damage he causes. Perhaps he believes he is a fearless investigator, unearthing hidden truths. In reality, he is a purveyor of toxic lies, a poisonous garbage collector in the marketplace of ideas.<\/p>\n

To readers and journalists alike, his work serves as a cautionary tale\u2014a reminder that truth matters, evidence is vital, and hate speech masquerading as reporting must be called out for what it is: a blight on humanity\u2019s quest for understanding.<\/p>\n

Rettman\u2019s short bio claims he specializes in stories about espionage, disinformation, and money laundering. Judging by his recent piece, perhaps it would be more accurate to call him a collector of poisonous gossip and malignant rumors. Investigative journalism thrives on hard evidence, concrete details, and logical analysis.<\/p>\n

His piece, nonetheless, reads like a fever dream\u2014a loose jumble of unsupported allegations and sensationalist claims. He cites sources that do not want to be named, provides zero verifiable facts, and serves up dubious anecdotes\u2014a disservice to his readers and a betrayal of journalistic integrity.<\/p>\n

Even when he decorates his text with quotation marks, the statements often make no sense. The label of \u201cfake news\u201d seems too generous for this level of drivel. It\u2019s dangerous, reckless, and\u2014dare we say it\u2014guided by prejudice, if not outright hatred.<\/p>\n

Somewhere, in the echo chamber he constructed, he\u2019s become the character he sought to expose\u2014a purveyor of poisonous words. For readers seeking truth, one can only hope they\u2019ve walked away from this circus show with a lesson: that misinformation, especially when it masquerades as journalism, is a toxin more potent than any imagined handshake.<\/p>\n

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