Congo-Kinshasa: Félix Tshisekedi's Bold Plan to Save DR Congo - Defeat M23 and... Wait, What?

In a stunning display of political acrobatics that only a true visionary could muster, President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) has doubled… Read more »

Rwanda: Six Key Provisions in Rwanda's New Bank Account Reporting Guidelines

Financial institutions, including banks and insurance companies, are now mandated to provide information to the Commissioner General of the Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) regarding… Read more »

Rwanda: A Tribute to Antoine Mudakikwa, Rwanda's First Mountain Gorilla Doctor

When someone we love passes away, it takes time to understand the loss. We grapple with questions like; "How could someone so precious slip away? How can it be that we'll never see… Read more »

Rwanda: Minister Umutoni Calls for Stronger Collaboration in African Cinema Industry

Rwandan Minister of State for Youth and Arts, Sandrine Umutoni, has emphasised on the need for greater collaboration in Africa's film industry. Read more »

Rwanda: WHO Seeks $7.7m to Support Rwanda's Marburg Outbreak Response

The World Health Organisation (WHO) is seeking US$ 7.7 million from October to December 2024 to support the Government of Rwanda in controlling the Marburg Virus Disease (MVD)… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Not Responsible for DR Congo's 250 Armed Groups, Says Envoy

DR Congo decades long security problems, which are driven by more than 200 armed groups operating in the country's east, cannot be blamed on Rwanda, says Rwandan Permanent… Read more »

Africa: Africa CDC Boss Challenges 'Unfair' U.S. Travel Notice to Rwanda Over Marburg

The Director General of Africa CDC, Dr. Jean Kaseya, on Wednesday, October 9, said that the decision by the US to issue a travel notice to Rwanda due to the Marburg outbreak is… Read more »

Rwanda: Kiyovu's Mbirizi On Trials At Al-Merrikh

Kiyovu Sports winger Eric Mbirizi is in Mauritania for trials with Sudanese giants Al-Merrikh SC. Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: UN Rights Official Condemns 'Disastrous Conditions' in DR Congo Prisons

Prison conditions in DR Congo have deteriorated, with cases of torture and sexual violence being reported in detention centres run by the intelligence services, the UN High… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda's Battle Against Marburg Virus - a Story of Resilience, Compassion, and Hope

As a physician and public health scholar observing the recent Marburg virus outbreak in Rwanda, I am both highly concerned and hopeful. The confirmation of Marburg virus disease… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Intensifies Efforts to Prevent Marburg Virus 'Export'

Rwanda is intensifying efforts including contact tracing as well as screening travelers at Kigali International Airport (KIA) to prevent potential export of Marburg virus disease… Read more »

Rwanda: How Marburg Prevention Measures Are Being Embraced

In public places across Rwanda, rigorous health protocols are being implemented to prevent the spread of the Marburg virus. Read more »

Rwanda: What to Know About Marburg Virus Vaccine in Use in Rwanda

Rwanda, on October 6, kicked off a trial vaccination drive focused on people at highest risk of contracting Marburg virus, especially healthcare workers, according to the Ministry… Read more »

Rwanda: Police Warns Against Smuggling, Illegal Cross-Border Activities

Rwanda National Police (RNP) has cautioned the public against smuggling which also facilitates illicit trade and transnational organized crimes. Read more »

Rwanda: Why Fitch Maintained Rwanda's B+ in Latest Rating

American credit rating agency, Fitch Ratings, affirmed Rwanda's credit ratings with a stable outlook, its latest rating note indicated. Read more »

Rwanda: How Rwanda Is Harnessing Geothermal Energy Potential

Rwanda is exploring the use of geothermal energy, a form of heat from the Earth's core, as the country looks to diversify its energy sources. This exploration could help the… Read more »

Rwanda: A Call for Unity and Calm Amidst Marburg Outbreak

The recently reported cases of Marburg virus disease in Rwanda has undoubtedly caused significant concern and anxiety among both citizens and the international community. While the… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Initiates Bill to Ease Insolvency for Micro, Small Enterprises

The government has tabled, before Parliament, a draft law on simplified insolvency for micro and small enterprises (MSEs), which is aimed at supporting investors faced with… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Set to Host 2nd Edition of AfCFTA Business Forum

Rwanda is set to host the second edition of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Business Forum slated for October 9-11. Read more »

Africa: Afcon Qualifiers - Rohr Wary of Amavubi Threat

Benin head coach Gernot Rohr has said that Rwanda poses an even more dangerous threat than before and his charges must be well equipped to face them in the forthcoming Africa Cup… Read more »

Rwanda: Teachers Are the Backbone of Our Nation - Let Us All Support Them

Friday October 5 was World Teachers Day which was celebrated under the global theme; "Valuing Teacher Voices: Towards a New Social Contract for Education. This day serves as a… Read more »

Africa: Nobel Prize in Medicine Awarded to mRNA Researchers

The 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was jointly awarded to two American scientists Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun their work on microRNA. Read more »

Rwanda: Marburg Virus - Key Prevention Guidelines for Places of Worship

Rwanda Governance Board (RGB) on October 6 issued additional guidelines on the prevention and control of the Marburg virus, in accordance with the Ministry of Health's guidelines.… Read more »

Rwanda: How Rema's Project Built Resilience to Climate Change in Two Districts

Farmers like Saidat Nyirambonimpa from Gatore sector in Kirehe District had for long faced declining crop yields and worsening living conditions due to climate change effects but… Read more »

Rwanda: New Vaccines Offer 'Hope to Control' Marburg Virus, Says Minister

As Rwanda received 700 vaccine doses for the Marburg virus on October 5, health authorities expressed optimism about containing an outbreak of the haemorrhagic disease which has… Read more »