May 20
Congo-Kinshasa: DRC Army Says It Foiled Attempted Coup Involving U.S. Citizens
RFI
The Democratic Republic of Congo's military said it has killed the leader of an attempted coup, thwarting a plot that involved some 50 people - both foreigners and Congolese. Read more »
Africa: Unnecessary Bottlenecks Are Hurting Africa's Trade - Act Now
New Times
At the just concluded Africa CEO Forum, renowned Nigerian businessman Aliko Dangote complained about bottlenecks to intra-Africa trade, giving an example that he requires a visa to… Read more »
Rwanda: Mashariki Synergy - How a Partnership Between a Rwandan and Kenyan Doctor Birthed an Eye Hospital
New Times
Over the years, the Government of Rwanda has been promoting a public-private partnership healthcare model, which allows players in the private sector to make their contribution… Read more »
Rwanda: Tougher Penalties Await Errant Miners in Proposed Mining Bill
New Times
The Government of Rwanda seeks to propose tougher penalties under a new draft law on mining and quarry operations to deter offences that include illegal mining and mineral trading.… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: DRC Army Says It Stopped Attempted Coup Involving American Citizens
This Day
The leader of an attempted coup yesterday in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has been killed and some 50 people, including three American citizens arrested, a spokesman for… Read more »
Rwanda: Ruto Orders KTDA Management Fee Cut Amid Legal Disputes
Business Day Africa
President William Ruto has issued a directive to the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) to slash its management fee, reigniting a contentious debate in the wake of an ongoing… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: Latest New York Times Article On Congo Inadvertently Exposes Real Culprits in Congolese Mess [opinion]
New Times
An article on major mineral dealings in the Democratic Republic of Congo posted last Thursday on the website of The New York Times, the preeminent newspaper in the US, is… Read more »
Rwanda: Skol, Rayon Sports Host Workshop With Fan Club Leaders in Nyanza District
New Times
From May 18 to 19, 2024, SKOL Brewery Ltd, in partnership with Rayon Sports, organised a two-day workshop for fan club leaders. This event aimed to review and strengthen their… Read more »
Rwanda: Lions De Fer Edge Kigali Sharks to Reach Final
New Times
Lions de Fer have reached the final of the 15-Aside Championship after defeating rivals Kigali Sharks RFC 18-16 in the final group stage match held at UTEXRWA ground in Kigali on… Read more »
Rwanda: Could We See Another APR Vs Rayon Rivalry in Women's Football?
New Times
APR WFC were in March crowned FERWAFA women's second division league champions after a comfortable 3-0 victory over Forever WFC at Kigali Pele Stadium. Both teams secured promotion… Read more »
May 19
Congo-Kinshasa: Army Says Coup Foiled
DW
DRC armed forces say they have thwarted an attempted coup involving Congolese and foreign fighters. A shootout was previously reported in the capital, Kinshasa. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda's Role in Eastern DRC Conflict - Why International Law Is Failing to End the Fighting [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The power of international law lies in its potential to offer alternatives to force and violence. The ideal is that states submit their grievances to a court rather than duke them… Read more »
Angola: Angola Announces Tender for 'Southern Corridor' Concession
ANGOP
The Minister of Transport, Ricardo de Abreu, announced Sunday that an international public tender for the concession of the "Southern Corridor", which includes the Port of Namibe… Read more »
May 17
Angola: Angola Journalist William Tonet's Home Invaded By Gunman As Defamation Case Continues
CPJ
Angolan authorities should credibly investigate a break-in at the home of prominent journalist William Tonet and drop the criminal defamation charges he faces, the Committee to… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: Residents Worry As DRC Rebels Frantically Exploit Coltan Mine
VOA
Reputed to be the coltan capital of the world, the mining town of Rubaya, in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, has fallen into the hands of rebels. The fall of Rubaya is… Read more »
Rwanda: Rib Arrests Genocide Suspect Who Hid in House for 23 Years to Evade Justice
New Times
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 »
Rwanda: President Ruto in Kigali for 2024 Africa CEO Forum
Capital FM
President William Ruto has arrived in Rwanda's Capital Kigali for the 2024 Africa CEO Forum. Read more »
Rwanda: Time Is Ripe for Africa's Economic Independence - Experts
New Times
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 »
Rwanda: Presidential Polls - Kagame Submits Candidature
New Times
President Paul Kagame has formally submitted his candidature as he seeks re-election in the upcoming polls due in July. Read more »
Uganda: Nabbanja to Mediate in Pader Leadership Wrangles
Nile Post
Having personally experienced the fight between the Pader District chairman Retired Colonel Fearless Obwoya and his RDC Milton Odong, Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has summoned… Read more »
May 16
Chad: Chad's Constitutional Council to Finalize Election Results Despite Petitions for Annulment
VOA
Chad's constitutional council was expected on Thursday to declare final results of the May 6 presidential election and name transitional president General Mahamat Idriss Deby as… Read more »
Rwanda: Human Rights Watch Researcher Barred [press release]
HRW
Denial of Entry Reflects Intolerance for Rights Monitoring Read more »
Angola: Angola's Untold History - Archive Project Explores LGBTIQ+ Lives and Struggles [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
As I write these lines, I mourn the passing of Carlos Fernandes, a leading queer activist and organiser in Angola. Carlos was found dead in his home earlier this year under… Read more »
Rwanda: What Are the Requirements for Presidential Candidates?
New Times
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: Kigali - Morocco, Under HM the King's Leadership, Has Chosen to Move Up a Gear in Renewable Energy Sector (Minister)
MAP
Under the enlightened leadership of HM King Mohammed VI, may God assist Him, Morocco has chosen to move up a gear in the field of renewable energies, in order to ensure the… Read more »