September 09
Congo-Kinshasa: Reparations Leave Victims Feeling Sore
JusticeInfo.net
Claude Muhindo Sengenya is Justice Info's correspondent in the DRC. He is a trained professional journalist interested in humanitarian, security and transitional justice issues in… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: Belgium Accused of Colonial-Era Crimes Against Humanity in Congo
RFI
Five mixed-race women demanding reparations from Belgium after being taken from their mothers in Congo 70 years ago took their fight to a Brussels appeals court Monday. The women… Read more »
Chad: Can Chad's November Elections Improve On Past Disputed Polls? [analysis]
ISS
The upcoming elections are vital for returning Chad to constitutional rule, but to do so, they must be fair and credible. Read more »
Africa: West and Central Africa - Alarming Rise in School Closures
Norwegian Refugee Council
In West and Central Africa, more than 14,000 schools have been forced to close due to violence and insecurity as of June 2024, impacting the learning of hundreds of thousands of… Read more »
Rwanda: 200,000 Youths to Benefit From Skills Development Program
World Bank
The World Bank has approved new funding to empower and build the skills of more than 200,000 youths in Rwanda through the Priority Skills for Growth and Youth Empowerment (PSGYE)… Read more »
Rwanda: Nesa to Decide On School Placement Petitions
New Times
The National Examination and School Inspection Authority (NESA) has announced that it will start responding to petitions from students who requested for changes in school… Read more »
Rwanda: PM Ngirente to Present Govt's Five-Year Development Strategy to Parliament
New Times
Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente is set to present the government's Second National Strategy for Transformation (NST2), to a joint session of Parliament, on September 9. Read more »
Rwanda: HIV Prevalence Among People Who Use Drugs Is Three Times Higher - Study
New Times
The HIV prevalence among individuals who inject drugs is at 9%--three times higher than the 3% rate in the general population, The New Times has learnt. Read more »
Rwanda: Rib Parades 45 Mobile Money Fraud Suspects
New Times
Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB), on Monday, September 9, paraded 45 individuals suspected of stealing money through mobile money platforms, using fraudulent techniques, including… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Warriors Plot Cameroon Downfall
The Herald
Jordan Zemura says the Warriors should have solutions to every problem posed by Cameroon in tomorrow's 2025 Africa Cup of Nations showdown at the Mandela Stadium in Kampala,… Read more »
Zimbabwe/Cameroon: Warriors Speak Ahead of Cameroon Encounter
The Herald
Zimbabwe national team players are eager to collect maximum points when they face five-time African champions Cameroon in a 2025 AFCON Group J qualifying match at the Mandela… Read more »
Rwanda/Nigeria: Afcon 2025 Qualifiers - Super Eagles Jet in Ahead of Rwanda Clash
New Times
Nigeria's Super Eagles arrived in Kigali on Sunday evening ahead of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matchday two encounter against Rwanda at Amahoro Stadium on Tuesday,… Read more »
Nigeria/Rwanda: Afcon Qualifiers - Super Eagles Eye Away Win in Kigali
Premium Times
The Super Eagles on Saturday beat the Cheetahs of Benin Republic 3-0 at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium Read more »
September 08
Angola: Lima Presidential Candidate Hunts for Votes in Uige Province
ANGOP
The candidate for the position of national leader of the Angolan Women's League (LIMA), Etna Iveth Nunda Kapapelo, on Sunday, in the province of Uíge presented, the 10… Read more »
Rwanda: City of Kigali Names Disaster Hotspots As Rainy Season Starts
New Times
The City of Kigali has identified key disaster hotspots as part of its strategy to avert losses as heavy rains are expected this month. Read more »
Uganda: Four Key Issues Kampala Declaration Should Consider for Agri-Food Systems
New Times
In January 2025, Uganda will host a crucial meeting to adopt a strategy and action plan for the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) post-Malabo… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: DRC's Artisanal Boats Seized in Angola for Illegal Fishing
ANGOP
Two artisanal boats from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) were seized Saturday by the Border Guard Police, for illegal fishing in the Zaire River, Soyo municipality. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda's Bold New Mining Law Sets Stage for Mineral Boom
New Times
Rwanda's mining industry has long been a pillar of its economic growth, and recent figures underscore its significance. In 2023, the sector generated more than $1.1 billion, up… Read more »
Rwanda: Thousands of Students Return to School Amid Mpox Precautions
New Times
As students headed back to school for the beginning of the 2024-2025 academic year, health measures have in place to ensure a safe return amidst the mpox outbreak. Read more »
Angola/Sudan: Faf Pays Tribute to Former Footballers On Angola and Sudan
ANGOP
During the Half-Time of the game between Angola and Sudan, on Monday, at the 11 de Novembro Stadium, the Angolan Football Federation (FAF) will pay tribute to former players, in… Read more »
Rwanda/Nigeria: What Can Rwanda Do to Beat the Super Eagles?
New Times
Rwanda will host Nigeria at Amahoro Stadium on Tuesday, September 10, in Match day two of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier. Read more »
September 07
Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo Leaders Want More From Beijing Than Mineral Sales
VOA
Officials from the Democratic Republic of Congo will be heading home from the two-day Forum on China-Africa Cooperation in Beijing with limited success in their bid to expand… Read more »
Angola: Remains of 30 Victims of Political Conflicts Buried in Cuvango
ANGOP
The remains of 30 victims of a political conflict that took place on September 4, 1977, in Indungo, municipality of Cuvango, Huíla province, recently identified, were buried… Read more »
September 06
Congo-Kinshasa: Investigate Prison Deaths, Sexual Violence [press release]
HRW
Prosecute Any Wrongdoing; Compensate Victims; Address Overcrowding Read more »
Ghana/Angola: Ghana Stunned By Late Angola Strike in Kumasi in AFCON Qualifier
CAF
Angola travelled to Kumasi and stunned the Black Stars of Ghana in what was the highlight of the second day of matchday one of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2025… Read more »