April 09
Rwanda: NGO Files Complaint Over Two French Officers Slain in Rwanda Genocide
RFI
A French NGO has filed a complaint seeking a probe into the deaths of two French officers killed in the early days of the 1994 Rwanda genocide. Read more »
Rwanda: We Must Do More to Prevent Genocide
Africa Renewal
UN Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide, Ms. Alice W. Nderitu, joins Rwandans, others in commemorating 30 years since genocide against the Tutsi Read more »
Central Africa: Minister Reiterates Importance of Coordination Between Eccas Health Sectors
ANGOP
The minister of Health, Silvia Lutucuta, reiterated Tuesday in Luanda, the importance of coordination between the health authorities of the Economic Community of Central African… Read more »
Angola: First Regional Tourism Forum Opens Wednesday in Luena
ANGOP
The First Regional Tourism Development Forum for the Coast, Center, South and East regions of the country begins Wednesday in the city of Luena, eastern Moxico Province. Read more »
Africa: Former South African President Mbeki Says DR Congo Should Execute Sun City Agreement, Disarm FDLR Genocidal Forces
New Times
Former South African President Thabo Mbeki says the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) should disarm genocidal forces who fled into Congolese territory after committing… Read more »
Chad: Pieter Coetzé Edges Out Chad Le Clos in Tightly Contested Day Two of SA Champs [analysis]
Daily Maverick
Chad le Clos put all his eggs in the 100m freestyle basket, opting out of his favoured 200m butterfly event on Tuesday evening, but still fell short of 19-year-old sensation Pieter… Read more »
April 08
Rwanda: Macron Acknowledges France's 'Failure to Heed Warnings' of Looming Massacres in Rwanda
RFI
As Rwandans began to commemorate the painful memories of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsis, on Sunday French President Emmanuel Macron released a video message from France. Read more »
Chad: Kidnappings in Chad Could Spark Regional Security Crisis [analysis]
Premium Times
The Chad-Cameroon-CAR border area is a powder keg of crime that needs swift action from all three governments. Read more »
Rwanda: Genocide Survivor Nduwamungu Reflects On Overcoming 'Urge to Avenge Family'
New Times
Many people may not remember events when they were six years old, but experts suggest that adults can typically recall memories from around 3-4 years old. This applies more when… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Reflects On 30 Years Since the 1994 Genocide - Observing a Solemn Week of Mourning
Nile Post
Rwanda's President, Paul Kagame, has emphasised that Rwanda's tragedy serves as a warning, highlighting the potential consequences of division and extremism if left unaddressed. Read more »
Rwanda: AU Commemorates Kwibuka30 With Renewed Promise to Prevent Genocide
African Union
The Department of Political Affairs, Peace and Security of the African Union Commission (AUC), in collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of Rwanda in Ethiopia, solemnly… Read more »
Rwanda: We Will Not Tire Demanding Proper Recognition of Genocide Against the Tutsi
New Times
Thirty years after the Genocide against the Tutsi, a chilling silence hangs over a crucial aspect of this horrific event, considered among the worst atrocity to take place in… Read more »
Rwanda: When Habyarimana's Wife and Her 'Akazu' Orchestrated Genocide
New Times
Thirty years ago, on 7 April 1994 the day after two missiles brought down Juvenal Habyarimana's aircraft, killing him, Cyprien Ntaryamira the president of Burundi who had cadged a… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Marks 30th Genocide Commemoration With Call for Action and Reflection
Nile Post
Rwanda yesterday solemnly commemorated the 30th anniversary of the 1994 egnocide against the Tutsi, with President Paul Kagame leading the nation in honoring the memory of over… Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame Commends Kenya for Its Contribution in Rebirth of Rwanda
Capital FM
Rwandan President Paul Kagame has commended Kenya on its contribution to the reconstruction of Rwanda after the 1994 Genocide. Read more »
Rwanda: A Look At Genocide in Rwandan Literature Over Past 30 Years [analysis]
New Times
The 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda stands as one of the darkest chapters in human history, claiming over a million innocent lives in just 100 days. Read more »
Rwanda: African Economies to Grow By 3.4 Percent in 2024
New Times
The World Bank's latest Africa's Pulse report projects that African economies will rebound in 2024, rising from a low of 2.6 per cent in 2023 to 3.4 per cent in 2024, and 3.8 perc… Read more »
Rwanda: 30 Years On and the World Has Learnt No Lessons From the Genocide Against the Tutsi [opinion]
New Times
On Sunday April 7, Rwandans and their friends around the world, and the international community commemorated the genocide against the Tutsi in 1994. Read more »
Rwanda: 10 Key Proposed Changes in Family Bill You Should Know
New Times
A draft law governing persons and families, which seeks to address issues including the management of spouses' assets and unpaid care work in case of divorce, is pending approval… Read more »
Rwanda: Genocide Cannot Be Mentioned in Isolation, Without Adding the Targeted Group [column]
New Times
On 7th April 2024, Rwandans and the whole world commemorated, for the 30th time, the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi. On that day, the government of Rwanda received many solidarity… Read more »
Rwanda: How Rwanda's E-Commerce Sector Grew in 2023
New Times
commerce industry globally has seen remarkable growth over the years and Rwanda is no exception, thanks to the growing internet and smartphone adoption in part and the rise in… Read more »
Rwanda: Healing From Genocide Trauma - Understanding the Impact of Sports
New Times
The 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi left many with lasting psychological wounds. Many Rwandans, mainly genocide survivors, have tried to go through the healing process in various… Read more »
Rwanda: Kwibuka30 - Honouring Survivors for Choosing Forgiveness to Build a Stronger Rwanda
New Times
Three decades have passed since the Genocide against the Tutsi, a horrific stain on our nation's history that will live on for generations to come. Read more »
Rwanda: Photos - Inside Murambi Genocide Memorial, a New Unesco World Heritage Site
New Times
The memorial is divided into various sections, including mass graves where over 50,000 victims are laid to rest. Read more »
April 07
West Africa: Conditions 'Ripe' for Replacement of Colonialist CFA Franc [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
At no point in history has the CFA franc - the name of a colonial currency used in west and central African countries belonging to the franc zone - been closer to its demise. Read more »