May 17
Rwanda: Presidential Polls - Kagame Submits Candidature
President Paul Kagame has formally submitted his candidature as he seeks re-election in the upcoming polls due in July. Read more »
Rwanda: Rib Arrests Genocide Suspect Who Hid in House for 23 Years to Evade Justice
The Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) announced on Thursday, May 16, the arrest of a suspected perpetrator of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi who, for the past 23 years, was… Read more »
South Sudan: South Sudan, Rebel Groups Sign Peace Deal
South Sudan's Transitional Government of National Unity and opposition groups signed a pact on Thursday to enhance efforts toward lasting peace and stability in the country, Xinhua… Read more »
Rwanda: Time Is Ripe for Africa's Economic Independence - Experts
African government leaders should convert their commitments into concrete actions and put their countries on the path to economic development, experts have said. Read more »
May 16
Africa: Africa CEO Forum - Who Are the Business Tycoons in Kigali?
The two-day 2024 Africa CEO forum bringing together more than 2,500 business leaders and policymakers begun in Kigali on Thursday, May 16, with participants taking stock of what… Read more »
Rwanda: Mixed Reactions On Legacy of UN Courts As Last ICTR Fugitives Are Confirmed Dead
In the wake of the confirmation of the death of the last two fugitives suspected of involvement in the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, experts reflected on the legacy of… Read more »
Rwanda: Daughter Reflects On How Father's Book Immortalizes Genocide Resistance in Bisesero
Stones were the principal weapon for the Bisesero people to repel attacks launched against them by armed perpetrators of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, who wanted to… Read more »
Rwanda: What Are the Requirements for Presidential Candidates?
On Friday, May 17, the National Electoral Commission (NEC) will officially start receiving candidature submissions from individuals aspiring to contest for the presidency of the… Read more »
Rwanda: Over Nine Million Rwandans Register to Vote in July Elections
More than 9.5 million Rwandans have registered to vote in the 2024 joint presidential and parliamentary elections and about 2 million of them are first-time voters, according to… Read more »
Rwanda: RDF, Ministry of Health Launch Nationwide Campaign to Treat Over 5,000 Cataracts Patients
Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) and Ministry of Health medical personnel on Thursday, May 16, launched a joint nationwide treatment campaign targeting 5,000 people afflicted with… Read more »
Africa: Rwanda-Based Drinking Water Firm Among Africa's Fastest Growing Companies
Jibu Inc., a food and beverages firm that specializes in producing and supplying affordable drinking water, has been ranked among Africa's fastest rising companies in 2024 by… Read more »
Rwanda: Recovering From Drug Abuse Is Possible - Former Addicts
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
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
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
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 »
Rwanda: Paris Olympic Tickets Up for Grabs As Qualifiers Kickoff in Kigali
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
Kenya: Mediation Talks in Kenya Set to Boost Electoral Process in South Sudan, Says Expert
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
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
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
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 »
May 14
East Africa: Kenya Says Efforts Underway to Restore Internet in East Africa Following Submarine Cable Cuts
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 »
May 15
Rwanda: 2024 Elections - Political Parties Forum Warns Against Dirty Money in Campaigns
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 »
Rwanda: HIV/Aids - RBC Calls for Testing, Safety Practices in Nationwide Prevention Campaign
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 »
May 11
Kenya: WHO Warns of Food-Borne Diseases in Kenya Amid Flood Crisis
The World Health Organization (WHO) on Friday warned of a possible surge in food-borne diseases in Kenya due to the ongoing floods crisis. Read more »
May 14
Rwanda: Why Rwanda Is Mulling GM Maize Crop Varieties
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 »