Africa: Dangote Reclaims Title of Africa's Richest Person

Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote has regained the first place as Africa's richest person, unseating Johann Rupert who had claimed the title in late August, according to… Read more »

Rwanda: City of Kigali Names Disaster Hotspots As Rainy Season Starts

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

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 »

Rwanda: Rwanda's Bold New Mining Law Sets Stage for Mineral Boom

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

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 »

Rwanda/Nigeria: What Can Rwanda Do to Beat the Super Eagles?

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 »

Africa: Over $44bn Expected in Intra-Africa Trade, Investment Deals

African businesses and states are expected to close in trade and investment deals estimated at more than $44 billion during the Intra-African Trade Fair 2025, Afreximbank announced… Read more »

Rwanda: U18 Afrobasket - Rwanda Women Fall to Tunisia in Group a Thriller

Rwanda U18 women's basketball team lost their first Afrobasket match following Thursday night's 71-74 defeat at the hands of Tunisia. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwandan Doctors Talk New Surrogacy Law, Hope for Infertile Couples

The recent publication of the revised Law on Persons and Family, which formally recognises surrogacy and provides guidelines on its practice, has set the stage for the procedure's… Read more »

Uganda: Estranged Boyfriend Allegedly Killed Cheptegei Over Property

Ugandan marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei, who was admitted to Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, has died, Kenyan news outlet Daily Nation reports. Read more »

Rwanda: 2024 Focac Summit - Kagame Says Effective State Governance Can't Be Imposed From Outside

President Paul Kagame hailed the Chinese government, on Thursday, September 5, for being "a steadfast" champion of stronger China-Africa relations, particularly reflecting on… Read more »

Rwanda: 2024 Focac Summit - Kagame's Statement At High-Level Meeting On State Governance

I would like to express our appreciation to President Xi Jinping for hosting us once again in Beijing and for being a steadfast champion of stronger China-Africa relations. Allow… Read more »

Rwanda: New Book Showcases Rwanda's Gastronomy, Culinary Treasure

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in collaboration with the Rwanda Arts Initiative (RAI), on September 4, launched a gastronomy book that showcases… Read more »

Rwanda: Betpawa Playoffs - APR, Patriots Set Date for Finals

APR and Patriots have reached the Betpawa playoffs finals of the 2023/24 season after sweeping Rwanda Energy Group (REG) and Kepler respectively in the best-of-five semifinals… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda to Host 2025 International Prisons Conference

Rwanda will host the 27th International Corrections and Prisons Association (ICPA) Annual General Meeting and Conference, set to take place from October 26-31, 2025. Read more »

Africa: Focac 2024 - China Commits $50bn to Africa

China has committed to invest more than $50 billion in Africa in various forms including credit lines, technical support, grants, as well as support for Chinese private companies… Read more »

Rwanda: Explore Six Premier Scholarships, Grants for Rwandan Students, Innovators

September is here, and beyond the usual back-to-school buzz, those in academia are launching applications for various programs. With rising costs on everyone's minds, The New Times… Read more »

Rwanda: Kigali Mayor Urges Taxi-Moto Riders to Help Keep City Clean

Moto riders in the City of Kigali were on Wednesday, September 4, urged to enhance personal hygiene and maintain the city's cleanliness by adhering to the city's sanitation… Read more »

Rwanda: South Sudan - Rwandan Peacekeepers Decorated With UN Medals

Rwandan peacekeepers serving under the United Nations mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) were decorated with UN medals on Thursday, September 5, in recognition of their service. Read more »

Africa: Kagame Joins Africa, China Leaders in 2024 Focac Summit Opening Ceremony

President Paul Kagame on Thursday, September 5, joined leaders from the continent and from China for the opening ceremony of the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC)… Read more »

Rwanda: PM Ngirente, Rockefeller's Food Initiative Boss Discusses Boosting School Feeding Programme

Integrating fortified whole grains into school meals to provide nutritious food for children was part of discussions between Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente and Roy Steiner, the… Read more »

Africa: Focac Offers a New Dawn for Africa-China Ties

The Forum On China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), which kicks off this week, marks a significant milestone in the burgeoning relationship between China and Africa. As the premier… Read more »

Africa: Africa's Urban Food Market Share Growing, New Report Shows

Africa's urban market, which currently accounts for more than 40 per cent of food produced on the continent, is growing and is mostly supplied by Micro, Small and Medium-sized… Read more »

Africa: 7 Major 'Contract-Talks' Investors Seek From China-Africa Summit

Africa summit kicked-off on Wednesday, September 4, with leaders of African countries meeting and discussing policies and cooperation agreements with the Chinese government. Read more »

Africa: A New Global Tax Order Could Benefit Africa

Africa's efforts in mobilising more domestic revenue for the many development needs the continent has could soon be enhanced as the change of the global taxation system starts to… Read more »