Rupert Banzambanza
Novelist, Artist

Born In 1975, Rupert Banzambanza emigrated from Rwanda to Montreal Canada in 1997 after surviving the GENOCIDE that took place there between April and July of 1994. Rupert is more then a survivor though, having trained at the Academie international du design, and now working as a graphic artist, Rupert continues his work to bring awareness and to raise money for the people of Rwanda. His widely acclaimed Graphic novel "Smile Through The Tears," depicts the true life story of a Tutsi family, the Rwangas, and their fate before, during and after the Genocide of Rwanda. A touching heart wrenching story, and one that is so important to know. There is much still to be done in Rwanda, and surrounding areas.

Rupert's work has been an example of comic media in conflict resolution by Harvard University and in an article published by the Harvard Law Review. Rupert has also lectured extensively on the Rwandan genocide in Canada and the United States.

Look for "Smile Through The Tears" by Rupert Banzambanza, to be released this spring, summer, through Soul Asylum Poetry, both in English and French versions. You will want to pick this book up, full color, true life, true history, a book of importance, and a time as seen through the eyes of a survivor, Rupert. There is still much help needed in this region, and proceeds from the sale of this book will go directly to helping the Children and Victims of Rwanda.

We will be updating Rupert's profile over the next few weeks adding some of Rupert's art work. Stayed tuned for more news regarding Rupert, Smile Through The Tears, and Rwanda.

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