June 26
Rwanda: Why the Election Period in Rwanda Is a Celebration [opinion]
New Times
It's just a few days into the Presidential and parliamentary campaigns for the upcoming elections on July 15, 2024, and Rwanda is already buzzing with excitement. Read more »
Rwanda: Increase Tax On Alcohol, Invest in Rehab Programmes to End Drug Abuse - Experts
New Times
To do away with the problem of alcoholism in the country, experts are of the view that the government should - among other possible measures - increase taxes on substances like… Read more »
Rwanda: Nationwide Campaign On Patient Rights Launched
New Times
A nationwide campaign to raise awareness on patient and healthcare users' rights has been launched, kicking off in Kigali City's Nyarugenge, Muhima, Masaka, and Kibagabaga… Read more »
Rwanda: Hope, Resilience and Transgenerational Trauma - Rwandan Author Shares Insights in New Book
New Times
Laurette Annely Akariza unveiled her new book titled 'Rebounce' at the Kigali Genocide Memorial amphitheatre this month. The author said that the book stemmed from her previous… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Is Small but Not in the Way That Critics Wish [opinion]
New Times
Small (/smɔ:l/) adjective, Definition: 1. Of a size that is less than normal or usual. 2. Insignificant; unimportant. Read more »
Angola: Attorney General's Office Prioritizes Cases of Vandalism and Rape of Minors
ANGOP
The new coordinator of the Southern Judicial Region (RJS) of the Attorney General's Office, Vanderley Bento Mateus, promised on Wednesday, in Lubango city, Huíla province,… Read more »
Rwanda: Mpayimana Pledges to Cut Size of Parliament If Elected President
New Times
Independent presidential candidate Philippe Mpayimana, 54, is proposing a number of changes to the Chamber of Deputies that he would implement if elected as Head of State in the… Read more »
Rwanda: Fidelia Uwizakiza's Inspiring Journey With Down Syndrome
New Times
Growing up with Down syndrome was never easy for Fidelia Uwizakiza or her family. The genetic condition, which is caused by an extra chromosome, may affect intellectual, mental,… Read more »
Rwanda: Men, Your Emotions Matter - Take Care Before It's Too Late
New Times
In Kinyarwanda, there is a famous saying that goes "imfura ishinjagira ishira", which can loosely be translated to "the noble walk gracefully but in pain". Another one says… Read more »
Rwanda: Five Players Who Could Define Rayon Sports' Transfer Business
New Times
After a quiet month in the transfer market, Rayon Sports now look set to splash the cash to buy new players as new season approaches. Read more »
Rwanda: Can Angel Investing Fix African Startup Funding Woes? [analysis]
New Times
A crop of investors allocating capital to early stage-startups is emerging in Africa. They deploy funding in a way that traditional and commercial lenders cannot. They tend to be… Read more »
June 25
Angola: Central Huíla Province Records Another Earthquake
ANGOP
At least 21 schoolgirls were admitted to the hospital emergency room on Tuesday in Caconda municipality, central Huíla province, after an earthquake was registered at 7.40… Read more »
Rwanda: Govt Has Not Issued Treasury Bills for Two Weeks in a Row
New Times
For the second week in a row, the Government of Rwanda has not issued treasury bills (T-bills), signalling that it might have enough cash to meet its short-term obligations and… Read more »
Angola: Study Approves Implementation of Cable Car in Luanda
ANGOP
A study presented Tuesday in Luanda concluded that it is possible to implement a cable car in the country's capital, with a view to offer a new solution for urban mobility in the… Read more »
Central African Republic: IMF Executive Board Completes the Second Review Under the Extended Credit Facility Arrangement for the Central African Republic and Approves U.S.$25 Million Disbursement [press release]
IMF
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed today the second review of the Extended Credit Facility arrangement (ECF) of SDR 147.48 million (about US$197… Read more »
Angola: Head of State to Visit Côte d'Ivoire
ANGOP
The President of the Republic, João Lourenço, will pay a working visit to Côte D'Ivoire on Thursday at the invitation of his counterpart, Alassane Ouattara. Read more »
Rwanda: Liberal Party Pledges to Push for Laws to Decongest Correctional Facilities
New Times
Liberal Party (PL), which is campaigning for seats in Parliament in the July elections, has pledged to push for laws that will help establish community service as an alternative… Read more »
Rwanda: Continue Trusting Us, Kagame Tells Kigali Electorate
New Times
Rwandans have been an army of lions led by a lion throughout the nation's development journey, Paul Kagame, the Chairman and flagbearer of RPF-Inkotanyi and allied parties in the… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwandan Youth - Here's Why Voting Will Be the Most Lit Thing You Do All Year [opinion]
New Times
Let's be real. You're busy. There's Netflix to binge, TikTok dances to scroll through, and that start-up you swear you'll launch as soon as you finish binge-watching Bridgerton.… Read more »
Rwanda: Digital Inclusion Future - GSMA's Claire Sibthorpe Analyses Gender Gap Progress
New Times
The mobile gender gap is narrowing for the first time in five years, as reported by GSMA, a global non-profit representing mobile network operators. Their "Mobile Gender Gap Report… Read more »
Angola: National Police Signs Agreement to Strengthen Security in Luanda
ANGOP
The National Police of Angola on Tuesday in Seoul, South Korea, signed an agreement with Hyundai Autoever consortium for the implementation of the Public Security Innovation… Read more »
Rwanda: Eleven Ways How Your Vote May Become Invalid
New Times
As Rwandans prepare to cast their votes in the general elections next month, they need to know why or how one's vote could be considered invalid. Read more »
Rwanda: We Need Scaled Up Irrigation to Cope With Drought, Farmers Tell Pl Parliamentary Aspirants
New Times
Farmers in the Eastern Province districts of Gatsibo, Nyagatare, Kayonza, and others, have highlighted the need for enhancing irrigation, and planting more forests to cope with… Read more »
Cameroon: Improving Access to Malaria Services in Conflict-Affected Populations in Cameroon
Malaria Consortium
A recent study published in BMC Malaria Journal highlights the challenges faced by communities in accessing malaria services -- including availability and cost of services -- in… Read more »
Equatorial Guinea: New Report Proposes a Way Forward to Develop a Safe and Inclusive Digital Economy
World Bank
In the wake of new challenges and its prolonged oil-dependency, Equatorial Guinea's government is aiming for economic diversification as a key course of action for growth and… Read more »