June 17
Rwanda: EU Mulls €40m Support to Rwandan Forces in Mozambique
New Times
The European Union (EU) is considering providing up to €40 million (Rwf56 billion) in support to anti-terrorism operations by Rwandan Security Forces (RSF) in Mozambique,… Read more »
Nigeria: 3 ISWAP Terrorists Surrender, 34 Hostages Rescued in Lake Chad - MNJTF
Leadership
The Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) said one fighter of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) has been killed, three others surrendered, while 34 hostages… Read more »
Rwanda: I Will Keep Challenging Myself to Do More, Kagame Promises Ahead of Elections
New Times
President Paul Kagame has talked about what he aspires to do if re-elected to the office come July 15 when the national presidential and parliamentary elections will take place. Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame Calls for African Solidarity to Overcome Global Challenges
New Times
President Paul Kagame has called for deeper cooperation among African countries to collectively find solutions to problems affecting the continent, through existing channels. Read more »
Rwanda: Over 20,000 Candidates to Undertake Practical National Exams
New Times
Practical National Examinations for the 2023-2024 academic year will start on Tuesday, June 18, and run through June 28 with 26,685 candidates taking part. The exams will be… Read more »
Rwanda: Social Media Influencers Pay Tribute to Genocide Victims, Vow to Fight Denial
New Times
A group of social media influencers has pledged to combat denial of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi after a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial on Sunday, June 16. Read more »
Burundi: Burundi Regulator Warns Iwacu Press Group After Police Assault 2 of Outlet's Journalists
CPJ
Burundian authorities must desist from intimidating the independent news outlet Iwacu Press Group and swiftly investigate recent police attacks on two of the outlet's journalists,… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: Church Members Assault DRC Journalists Néhémie Paluku and Esaïe Mbusa
CPJ
Authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo should ensure a credible investigation into the June 3 assaults on reporters Esaïe Mbusa and Néhémie Paluku,… Read more »
Namibia/Lesotho: Namibia to Face Angola, Lesotho, and Seychelles in Cosafa Cup
Namibia Economist
Namibia has been placed in Group C alongside Angola, Lesotho, and Seychelles for the upcoming Council of Southern Africa Football Associations (COSAFA) Cup, as announced last week. Read more »
Rwanda: Michela Wrong, Journalist Gone Berserk, Stokes Her Vendetta Against Kagame
New Times
It's been clear for some time now that there is something seriously 'the matter' with Michela Wrong, a British journalist and author who for the past several years has had a… Read more »
Rwanda: Tracing the Evolution of Modern Poetry in Rwanda
New Times
In recent years, modern Rwandan poetry has been evolving, embracing diverse styles and themes. Poets are collaborating with other artistes and participating in international… Read more »
Namibia/Angola: Namibia Get Angola Rerun At Cosafa
Namibian
Namibia will get a chance to exact revenge on Angola for the chastening Africa Cup of Nations defeat at the Cosafa Cup later this month, when the prestigious regional tournament is… Read more »
June 16
Rwanda: How Republican Guard Secures Third Consecutive Title Victory
New Times
The Republican Guard (RG) team on Sunday, June 16, won their third straight RDF Liberation Cup competition after defeating Basic Military Training Center Nasho (BMTC Nasho) 3-0 in… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Secures Rwf40bn for Forest Management in Kaduha-Gitwe Corridor
New Times
The governing board of the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) has approved $31 million (approximately Rwf40 billion) in funding for Rwanda. This investment aims to boost forest… Read more »
Rwanda: Nearly 600 Candidates Scramble for 80 Seats in Parliament
New Times
Candidates eligible to contest for parliamentary seats in the Lower House in the 2024 elections expected in July, rose to 589 as per the final list by the National Electoral… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwandans in Botswana Commemorate Genocide Against Tutsi
New Times
The Rwandan community in Botswana on Thursday commemorated the 30th anniversary of the genocide against the Tutsi (Kwibuka30) amid calls to fight and prevent the resurgence of… Read more »
Rwanda: Fans Celebrate Return to Refurbished Amahoro Stadium
New Times
Excitement was palpable as Rwandan football enthusiasts returned to the newly refurbished Amahoro Stadium which host the derby between two local fierce rivals APR FC vs Rayon… Read more »
June 15
Southern Africa: SADC Chairperson Calls for Sustained Progress for a Stronger and Fully Integrated SADC [document]
SADC
His Excellency João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço, President of the Republic of Angola and Chairperson of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) has… Read more »
June 14
Rwanda: Rwanda Publishes List of Presidential Candidates With Only Three Names Retained
RFI
The final list of candidtates for Rwanda's elections on 15 July has been published. There are only three candidates including the incumbent President, Paul Kagame. Read more »
Angola: Reforms in Angolan Electricity Sector Call for Private Companies
ANGOP
With the construction of network infrastructure, expansion of transmission system lines and interconnection with neighbouring countries, private entrepreneurs will lead the reforms… Read more »
Angola: Angola Becomes First Country to Join African Criminal Court
HRW
Malabo Protocol Presents Opportunities, Risks for Human Rights and Justice in Africa Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Receives Over 100 New African Migrants From Libya
New Times
Rwandan immigration officers on Thursday, June 13, received 113 refugees and migrants from Libya. Read more »
Africa: Music Creators Laud Recording Academy's Expansion Plan to Rwanda
New Times
Rwandan music creators and other stakeholders involved in the music industry have welcomed Recording Academy's expansion plan to Africa and Middle East, saying that 'it is a win'… Read more »
Africa: World Bank Provides $50 Million to Improve Cameroon's Transport Sector Development in the North-West Region [press release]
World Bank
The World Bank today approved $50 million in additional financing (AF) from the International Development Association (IDA)* to support the construction of urban roads in the… Read more »
Rwanda: What You Need to Know About Owning a Gun in Rwanda
New Times
Former lawmaker Eugene Barikana was this month slapped with a fine worth Rwf 500,000 after the Nyarugenge primary court found him guilty of possessing a magazine of an AK47 gun… Read more »