June 02
Congo-Kinshasa: Demonstration Alert - U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (June 1, 2026) [press release]
U.S. Embassy Kinshasa
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June 01
Africa: All of Africa Today - June 1, 2026
allAfrica
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Rwanda: UK Wins Court Case Over Canceled Rwanda Asylum Plan
DW
An international court has rejected a Rwandan claim for millions in damages over a scrapped deal to send asylum seekers to the East African nation. Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo Ebola Outbreak - Nurses Discharged After Full Recovery
UN News
Four nurses who fell ill with Ebola in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have been discharged from hospital after recovering from the often-fatal illness that… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: FDLR's 'General' Mutayomba Wounded in Battle, Evacuated to Kinshasa
New Times
A senior member of the FDLR militia identified as Mutayomba was severely wounded during recent fighting with AFC/M23 rebels in Masisi Territory in eastern DR Congo, reports said on… Read more »
Angola: Angola Plans to Train 38,000 Health Professionals By 2028
ANGOP
Angola intends to train approximately 38,000 health professionals by 2028, within the framework of the National Health Training Project, focusing on strengthening the technical and… Read more »
Angola: Some 3,000 Mangroves to Be Planted in Luanda South Coastal Zone
ANGOP
A campaign to plant 3,000 mangroves will be promoted during the current month in the area between nicha beach and the fish market, in the Benfica commune, Talatona municipality,… Read more »
Rwanda: Tech Firm Aos Commemorates Genocide, Supports Nyamata Memorial, Survivors
New Times
AOS, the leading data centre service provider in Rwanda, has commemorated the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi while supporting its survivors and contributing to the preservation… Read more »
Africa: Nduhungirehe Attends Korea-Africa Talks in Seoul
New Times
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Olivier Nduhungirehe is in Seoul, attending the 2026 Korea-Africa Foreign Ministers' Meeting, a high-level gathering… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: Ebola, Hantavirus... How Eroding Global Health Cooperation Could Threaten Worse Crises Ahead [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The recent Ebola and hantavirus outbreaks, respectively in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, and on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean, remind us that the next health… Read more »
Angola: Social Action Minister Advocates for Increased Child Protection
ANGOP
Angolan Minister of Social Action, Family and Women's Promotion Ana Paula do Sacramento Neto on Monday advocated for increased surveillance and protection of children in the family… Read more »
Angola: Benguela Authorities Committed to the Return of Flood-Affected Children to Their Families
ANGOP
The governor of Benguela province, Manuel Nunes Júnior, said on Monday that conditions are being created for the short-term return of children affected by the Cavaco River… Read more »
Angola: Angola Deploys Epidemiological Surveillance Teams On the Border With the DR Congo
ANGOP
Epidemiological surveillance teams have been deployed at some border posts in Angolan northern province of Cabinda with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to prevent possible… Read more »
Rwanda: Nearly 70 Million Trees Planted in Eight Months
New Times
More than 68 million trees were planted in Rwanda during the 2025/26 planting season, which began in October, surpassing the target by about 14 per cent. Read more »
Angola: Over 560 Cases of Violence Against Children Recorded in Huambo
ANGOP
At least 567 cases of violence against minors have been registered in Huambo province from January to date, compared to 493 in the same period of 2025, the National Institute for… Read more »
Angola: Festival Marks International Children's Day in Luanda
ANGOP
A children's music festival featuring a range of cultural activities took place in Luanda on Monday to mark International Children's Day, which is celebrated on June 1. Read more »
Angola: Angola and South Korea Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation
ANGOP
Angola and the Republic of Korea reaffirmed, on Monday in Seoul, their commitment to deepening friendly relations and cooperation, during a working meeting between the Minister of… Read more »
Africa: Why Military Gains Are Not Weakening the ADF in Eastern DRC [analysis]
ISS
The ADF's resilience stems from kidnapping economies, forced recruitment and governance failures that military operations cannot address alone. Read more »
Rwanda: What to Know As Virtual Assets Law Takes Effect
New Times
The virtual asset sector has entered a new regulatory phase following the publication of the 2026 Law on Virtual Asset Business in the Official Gazette on May 28. Read more »
Rwanda: Life After Stroke - Former Educator's Recovery Journey
New Times
When Robert Twongyeirwe suffered a stroke at the age of 35 in December 2012, his life changed dramatically. A former school inspector at the Ministry of Education, he suddenly lost… Read more »
Rwanda: Sports Sector to Create More Jobs As Youth Participation Rises
New Times
The sports industry has significant potential to create careers and economic opportunities for young people, according to Candy Basomingera, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of… Read more »
Rwanda: Randall Dedicates Bal Title, MVP Prize to His Wife
New Times
Basketball Africa League (BAL) 2026 Most Valuable Player Craig Randall II has dedicated both his individual and team success to his wife, Sarrah Marie, describing her as one of the… Read more »
Rwanda: Randall Named MVP, Headlines 2026 All-Bal First Team
New Times
Craig Randall II was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the 2026 Basketball Africa League (BAL) after leading RSSB Tigers to their maiden championship with a dramatic 90-88… Read more »
Rwanda: Ouattara Beats Mbonyumwami to Golden Boot Gong
New Times
APR FC striker Cheikh Djibril Ouattara capped a remarkable 2025/26 season by finishing as the BK Pro League's top scorer with 18 goals, securing the Golden Boot award. Read more »
Africa: Africa/Congo - Resignation and Succession of Bishop of Nkayi
Agenzia Fides
The Holy Father has accepted the resignation from the pastoral care of the diocese of Nkayi, Republic of the Congo, presented by Bishop Daniel Mizonzo. Read more »
