East Africa: Rwanda's Victoire Ingabire Alleges Rights Violations in Detention As Trial Opens

The trial of Rwandan opposition figure Victoire Ingabire Umuhoza opened before the High Court in Kigali on Monday, June 15, but proceedings were immediately overshadowed by… Read more »

East Africa: Today in History - Uganda Declares Lake Victoria a Disaster Zone Amid Rwanda Genocide Crisis

Uganda formally declared the northern shores of Lake Victoria a national disaster area on this day in 1994, as bodies from the Genocide against the Tutsi continued washing ashore… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwandan Journalist Appeals to Kagame Over Sexual Assault Investigation

A Rwandan journalist has appealed to President Paul Kagame to intervene in a sexual assault case she says has been mishandled after she reported to authorities. Read more »

Uganda: NRM Praises Rwanda's Discipline and Patriotism, Calls for Stronger Regional Cooperation

The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has commended Rwanda for what it described as exemplary discipline, cleanliness, patriotism and national focus, saying Uganda and the wider… Read more »

Uganda: Rwanda Prime Minister Arrives for Museveni's Inauguration

Rwanda's Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva has arrived in Uganda to represent President Paul Kagame at the swearing-in ceremony of President-elect Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, scheduled… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda, Rwanda Sign Four Deals to Deepen Bilateral Cooperation

Uganda and Rwanda have signed four Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation across key sectors including agriculture, health, education, and… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: Sanctions, Sovereignty and Security in DR Congo Proxy Warfare

On March 2, 2026, the United States Treasury imposed sanctions on the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) and four of its senior commanders for allegedly supporting the M23 rebellion in… Read more »

Rwanda: Uganda's Envoy in Rwanda Santa Kinyera Is Dead

Uganda's Deputy High Commissioner to Rwanda, Ambassador Santa Mary Laker Kinyera, has died, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed on Tuesday, describing her passing as a… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Regrets 'One-Sided' Us Sanctions

The Government of Rwanda has said it "regrets" what it described as one-sided sanctions imposed by the United States against the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) and four of its senior… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: M23 Confirms Death of Lt Col Willy Ngoma

The March 23 Movement (M23) has confirmed the death of Lieutenant Colonel Willy Ngoma, a commander and military spokesperson in its armed wing. Read more »

Rwanda: DR Congo Challenges Rwanda's Mushikiwabo With Lumumba Bid for Francophonie Top Job

The Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo announced on February 26, 2026 that it is presenting Juliana Amato Lumumba as its candidate for Secretary-General of the… Read more »

Uganda: UPDF and RDF Reinforce Bilateral Cooperation At Musanze Security Talks

The Seventh Proximity Commanders' Meeting between the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) 2 and 5 Divisions and the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) 2 Infantry Division concluded on… Read more »

Rwanda: Kagame Defends Rwanda's Security Postureat National Dialogue

Rwandan President Paul Kagame on Thursday chaired the 2026 Umushyikirano National Dialogue at the Kigali Convention Centre, using the annual forum to confront persistent regional… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Sues UK Over Cancelled Migration Deal

Rwanda has initiated arbitration proceedings against the United Kingdom (UK) over the cancellation of the Migration and Economic Development Partnership (MEDP). Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: M23 Withdraw From Uvira

The Alliance Fleuve Congo (AFC/M23) has announced that it will unilaterally withdraw its forces from the city of Uvira in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, describing the move… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Parliament Volleyball Team Outclasses Uganda At Inter-Parliamentary Games

Rwanda's men's parliamentary volleyball team outshone their Ugandan counterparts on Monday evening, securing a 3-1 victory in an entertaining encounter played at Lugogo Indoor… Read more »

East Africa: Kenya Dominates Rwanda in Women's Volleyball At Inter-Parliamentary Games

A thrilling match at the Inter-Parliamentary Games saw Kenya emerge victorious against Rwanda in the women's volleyball competition, winning 25-22. Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: Analysts Question Washington-Brokered DRC-Rwanda Peace Deal

A peace agreement signed between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda in Washington has sparked sharp criticism from regional politicians, analysts and security… Read more »

East Africa: Rwanda-DR Congo Peace Deal - A Turning Point for the East African Community

The recent signing of a peace deal between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) marks a significant moment in the history of the East African Community (EAC). Read more »

Rwanda: VP Alupo Arrives in Washington As Regional Leaders Gather for Historic DR Congo-Rwanda Peace Signing

Vice President Jessica Alupo arrived in Washington, DC, on Wednesday night to join East African leaders for what is being billed as one of the most consequential peace efforts in… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Wins Best Documentary At 11th Mashariki African Film Festival in Kigali

Ugandan-American filmmaker Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine's Memories of Love Returned won Best Documentary at the 11th Mashariki African Film Festival in Kigali, highlighting Uganda's… Read more »

East Africa: Rwanda to Host FIFA Series 2026 At Iconic Amahoro Stadium

Rwanda has been confirmed as one of the hosts for the expanded Fifa Series 2026™, a global initiative bringing men's and women's national teams together for competitive… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Faults Macron Over Goma Airport Claims

Rwanda's foreign minister, Ambassador Olivier Nduhungirehe, has issued a strongly worded response to French President Emmanuel Macron, rejecting the assertion that M23 rebels and… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Says It Has Expanded Into New Global Markets After Arsenal Deal Ends

The Rwanda government has said its decision to conclude the eight-year Visit Rwanda sleeve partnership with North London giants Arsenal is part of a broader strategy to diversify… Read more »

Uganda: AfDB Approves Shs870bn to Complete Key Uganda-Rwanda Road Project

The African Development Bank Group has approved an additional €217.37 million (Shs870 billion) to complete the Multinational Busega-Mpigi and Kagitumba-Kayonza-Rusumo Roads… Read more »