November 13
Chad: Chadian Women Complain of Underrepresentation in December Elections
VOA
An estimated 8 million voters in Chad go to the polls Dec. 29 in legislative, local and district elections. Female leaders and activists, however, say women candidates are being… Read more »
Rwanda: Govt Committed to Vision 2050 Despite Challenges, Says Prime Minister
New Times
Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente has affirmed the government's commitment to advancing toward the nation's Vision 2050 goals, emphasizing resilience in the face of challenges. Read more »
Angola: Art and Culture Foundation Launches Book in Honour of Queen Nzinga Mbandi
ANGOP
A book destined for children and young people, entitled "A Pegada Mágica" (The Magic Footprint), by the writer António Pinto "Ap kituxi", was launched on Wednesday in… Read more »
Rwanda: Economic Policy Reforms Could Spur Rapid Private Sector Growth - World Bank Report
New Times
Achieving rapid private sector growth in Rwanda is unlikely without far-reaching reforms to economic policies, a new report released on November 13, by the World Bank has shown. Read more »
Africa: COP29 - Kagame Calls for Sufficient Climate Finance for Africa
New Times
President Paul Kagame issued a rallying call on Wednesday, November 13, urging world leaders to fairly compensate the African continent for its "extensive contributions" to climate… Read more »
Rwanda: Kigali's 'The Reminisce' Brings Vintage Vibes, Classic Beats to Life This November
New Times
Kigali's nightlife is about to light up with nostalgia as "The Reminisce" returns for its second edition, bringing back what organizers call "the grown folks' playground." Read more »
Africa: New Report Outlines Pathways to Sustainable Growth in Rwanda [press release]
World Bank
Today, the Government of Rwanda and the World Bank launched the Rwanda Country Economic Memorandum (CEM), titled "Pathways to Sustainable and Inclusive Growth in Rwanda." This… Read more »
Rwanda: 16 Days of Activism - It Is Our Collective Duty to Fight GBV
New Times
As the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence approach, it is a good time to reflect on milestones in fighting against the vice, but to also examine why it is nowhere… Read more »
Angola: Diplomat Invites Foreign Businesspeople to Invest in Angola
ANGOP
Angola's ambassador to Morocco Baltazar Diogo Cristóvão has called for foreign investment in the country in the areas of agriculture, agro-food, mining,… Read more »
Rwanda: Afcon 2025 - Things to Know About Libyan Team Ahead of Rwanda Qualifier
New Times
The Mediterranean Knights of Libya are not finished yet despite suffering a major setback from a recent 3-0 loss to Nigeria on forfeit in the AFCON 2025 Group D qualifiers. Read more »
November 12
Chad: Chad Says Boko Haram Fighters Fleeing to Neighboring States
VOA
The government of Chad said Tuesday that hundreds of Boko Haram fighters are fleeing the central African state's territory and crossing over into Cameroon, Niger and Nigeria. State… Read more »
Rwanda: COP29 - What Is At Stake At the 2024 Global Climate Summit?
New Times
The UN annual climate summit is now underway in Azerbaijan's capital Baku, where thousands of world leaders, including representatives of governments around the world are… Read more »
Rwanda: COP29 - What African Group of Negotiators Want to Walk Away With?
New Times
The African Group of Negotiators (AGN) on Climate Change, at the ongoing 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, are pushing for a significant… Read more »
Rwanda: World Pneumonia Day - Rwanda Ramps Up Fight Against Leading Child Health Threat
New Times
As World Pneumonia Day is marked globally, statistics emphasise the high toll of pneumonia in Rwanda, particularly on young children. Read more »
Cameroon: Cameroonian Journalist Nsoyuka Guy-Bruno Maimo Detained, Beaten for Covering Protest
CPJ
The Committee to Protect Journalists calls on Cameroonian authorities to investigate and hold accountable those responsible for detaining and violently abusing Nsoyuka Guy-Bruno… Read more »
Cameroon: WFP Responds to Severe Flooding in Cameroon That Affects Over 400,000 People
WFP
Recent flooding in Cameroon has affected more than 400,000 people and upended lives and livelihoods, as the country grapples with acute food insecurity amid rising food prices,… Read more »
East Africa: UNHCR Leads the Revitalization of a Coordinated Solutions Process for the Somalia Situation in the East Horn of Africa and Great Lakes Region and Yemen
UNHCR
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency has just concluded a three-day event, hosting partners and Governments from the East and Horn of Africa, Great Lakes Region and Yemen, to review… Read more »
Rwanda: COP29 - Kagame Arrives in Azerbaijan for Climate Change Summit
New Times
President Paul Kagame on Tuesday, November 12, arrived in Baku, Azerbaijan where world leaders gathered for the 29th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on… Read more »
Nigeria: Angola Plans More Multi-Year Oil, Gas Licence Rounds
This Day
Angola intends to replicate its maiden multi-year licensing round for oil and gas acreage from 2026, a senior government energy official said, as the country looks to boost… Read more »
Rwanda: AU Should Not Be a Silent Spectator to Brewing Genocide in Eastern Congo
New Times
The African Union has made some effort in responding to crises across the continent, at least when compared to its precursor, the Organisation of African Unity (OAU). Read more »
November 11
Rwanda: COP29 - Inside New Global Climate Finance Targets
New Times
Rwanda, aligning with the needs of developing countries, is advocating for a new global climate finance target of at least $1.3 trillion annually. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwandan Watchdog Leader Appointed to Transparency International Board
New Times
Apollinaire Mupiganyi, a Rwandan national, has been elected to the Board of Transparency International (TI), the global anti-corruption movement with chapters in more than 100… Read more »
Nigeria/Rwanda: Pros Jet in As Amavubi Enter Camp Ahead of Libya, Nigeria Qualifiers
New Times
US-based defender Phanuel Kavita and Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Fiacre Ntwari are among foreign-based players joining Amavubi squad on Monday, November 11, ahead of their 2025 AFCON… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Public Institutions Urged to Procure Eco-Friendly Goods, Services
New Times
Public institutions in Rwanda will soon be required to prioritise green procurement practices that emphasise eco-friendly goods and services so as to enhance their contribution to… Read more »
Chad: Chad Troops Killed in Clashes With Jihadists
Daily Trust
Numerous Chad troops have been killed in a clash with jihadists in the Lake Chad region, the latest such incident in the central African nation, officials said on Sunday. Read more »
