The Tutsi are an ethnic group primarily found in Rwanda and Burundi. Historically, they have been associated with cattle herding and were often seen as a ruling class in these regions. The Tutsi people have distinct cultural practices and languages, primarily speaking Kinyarwanda. During the 1990s, the Tutsi faced severe persecution, culminating in the Rwandan Genocide of 1994, where an estimated 800,000 Tutsi and moderate Hutu were killed. This tragic event has had lasting effects on the region's social and political landscape, leading to ongoing discussions about reconciliation and justice.