May 16
Rwanda: Human Rights Watch Researcher Barred [press release]
HRW
Denial of Entry Reflects Intolerance for Rights Monitoring Read more »
Rwanda: Recovering From Drug Abuse Is Possible - Former Addicts
New Times
The Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC), and partners, organised a month-long national drug awareness campaign which started on May 2, ahead of the International Day against Drug Abuse… Read more »
Africa: Africa Does Not Have to Ask for a Seat At the Table, Kagame Tells Business Leaders
New Times
President Paul Kagame on Thursday, May 16, issued a rallying call to African business and political leaders to work closely, together, noting that the more the continent is united,… Read more »
Africa: One Acre Fund Gets $10 Million From Proparco to Increase Food Security in Africa
New Times
One Acre Fund received $10 million in funding from Proparco on May 15, 2024, to enhance food security in Africa. A non-profit organisation, One Acre Fund assists smallholder… Read more »
Rwanda: Elections - Presidential, Parliamentary Hopefuls to Submit Candidacies On Friday
New Times
The National Electoral Commission will, on Friday, May 17, begin receiving candidacies for the presidency and parliamentary seats for the July elections. The process of submitting… Read more »
Africa: Tech Leaders to Represent Kenya At Africa CEOs Forum in Kigali
Capital FM
Tech industry leaders and CEOs from top Kenyan companies will represent Kenya at this year's Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, Rwanda. Read more »
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Central African Republic: Central African Republic - African Development Bank and Civil Society Commit to Inclusive, Sustainable Development
African Development Bank (AfDB)
The African Development Bank Group and civil society in the Central African Republic have committed to working together for inclusive sustainable development in the country. This… Read more »
Rwanda: Paris Olympic Tickets Up for Grabs As Qualifiers Kickoff in Kigali
New Times
The race to secure tickets to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games begins on Thursday, May 16, as the African Qualification Tournament gets underway at the BK Arena in Kigali. Read more »
May 15
Rwanda: HIV/Aids - RBC Calls for Testing, Safety Practices in Nationwide Prevention Campaign
New Times
The Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC) has issued a call to action for all Rwandans, urging them to prioritise HIV/AIDS prevention through testing and safety measures. The appeal was… Read more »
Kenya: Mediation Talks in Kenya Set to Boost Electoral Process in South Sudan, Says Expert
New Times
A South Sudanese expert said on Tuesday that the ongoing high-level mediation talks for South Sudan, taking place in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, will add impetus to the upcoming… Read more »
Rwanda: Completion of Rwanda's New Airport Extended to 2028
New Times
Rwanda's new airport in Bugesera District is expected to start operating in 2028, RwandAir CEO Yvonne Manzi Makolo announced during the Qatar Economic Forum in Doha, on May 15. Read more »
Rwanda: Why Rwanda Plans to Set Up Tech to Monitor Land Use
New Times
Rwanda plans to use technology that can help to detect changes in land use, a move that is intended to help tackle deviation including encroachment on agriculture land, and ensure… Read more »
Rwanda: Govt Mulls Punishment for Landowners Who Permit Illegal Mining Activities
New Times
Landowners who allow persons without licenses to carry out mining activities on their land risk being punished if a related provision in a new draft law on mining and quarry… Read more »
Cameroon: Police Raided and Assaulted Journalists in Douala On WPFD [press release]
IFJ
According to a statement issued by the SNJC, their gathering was in accordance with Law 90/055 of 19 December, 1990 which ensures their rights to gather at the Place du Gouvernment… Read more »
Southern Africa: SADC Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo Senior Leadership Conducts Operational Visits [document]
SADC
To ensure proper operational effectiveness and efficiency, the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Mission to the Democratic Republic of Congo (SAMIDRC) Force Senior… Read more »
Rwanda: 2024 Elections - Political Parties Forum Warns Against Dirty Money in Campaigns
New Times
The National Consultative Forum of Political Organisations (NFPO) has warned its member organisations against dirty money - money obtained illegally or not through any good or… Read more »
East Africa: Former EAC Boss Peter Mathuki to Be Investigated for Corruption
New Times
The East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) has announced it will investigate former Secretary General of the East African Community Peter Mathuki for corruption and abuse of… Read more »
Africa: Aruna, Meshref Reclaim Ittf Africa Cup Titles
This Day
Quadri Aruna and Dina Meshref reclaimed the ITTF Africa Cup title after winning the 2024 edition at BK Arena in Kigali, Rwanda. Read more »
May 14
East Africa: Kenya Says Efforts Underway to Restore Internet in East Africa Following Submarine Cable Cuts
New Times
Kenya's telecommunications industry regulator said on Monday that efforts are underway to restore internet services that have been disrupted across East Africa. Read more »
Cameroon: Cameroon Military Frees 300 Boko Haram Captives Along Northern Border
VOA
Cameroon's military has moved over 300 civilians rescued from Boko Haram terrorist captivity along the central African states border with Nigeria and Chad this week to a northern… Read more »
Rwanda: Why Rwanda Is Mulling GM Maize Crop Varieties
New Times
Rwanda is mulling over the adoption of genetically modified maize crop varieties to cope with the devastating pests such as Fall Armyworm that affect maize production, Rwanda… Read more »
Rwanda: Justin Nsengimana On Fostering Unity Through His Music
New Times
Justin Nsengimana, whose songs focus on commemorating the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, has embraced a musical approach to making music about civil engagement to… Read more »
Angola: Higher Education Strengthens Partnership With Ceast
ANGOP
The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Technology and Innovation intends to strengthen partnership with the Episcopal Conference of Angola and São Tomé (CEAST) to… Read more »
Angola: Angolan Govt Approves Family Farming Acceleration Program
ANGOP
The Economic Commission of the Cabinet Council on Tuesday approved a Program to Accelerate Family Farming and Strengthen Food Security 2023-2026, valued at more than 85 billion… Read more »
Rwanda: Plan for Rwanda's First Defence University Underway, Says Minister
New Times
The government is planning to establish Rwanda's first national defence university, according to Minister of Defence Juvenal Marizamunda. Read more »
Rwanda: Transport Dominates Rwanda's 4.5% Inflation in April
New Times
Abigail Muhire, who works in Kigali but has a family in Musanze District, has to spend more of his income to be able to travel by transport means. Read more »