Rwanda: WHO Allocates $1m to Combat Mpox Outbreak, Announces Further Support

The World Health Organization (WHO) has released $1 million from its contingency fund for emergencies to enhance the global response to mpox. Read more »

Rwanda: Tshisekedi Accuses Kabila of 'Planning an Insurrection'

DR Congo President Felix Tshisekedi has accused his predecessor Joseph Kabila of "preparing an insurrection," saying he was behind a new rebel movement founded in Kenya in December… Read more »

Rwanda: Olympics - Rwandan Referee Becomes First African to Handle Beach Volleyball Semi-Finals

Rwandan referee Jean de Dieu Mukundiyukuri made history on Thursday, August 8 as he became the first African to officiate beach volleyball semi- finals at the Olympics. Read more »

South Africa: Ramaphosa to Meet Lourenco Over DR Congo Crisis

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to travel to Angola to meet with his counterpart Joao Lourenço, on Thursday, August 8, on a working visit which will… Read more »

Africa: WHO Calls for Urgent Action to Address Mpox Surge in 17 African Nations

The World Health Organization (WHO) has called for increased support to address the rapidly spreading mpox outbreak across 17 African countries. Read more »

Rwanda: Mbonyi Welcomed With Pomp in Nairobi Ahead of Saturday Concert

Rwandan gospel musician Israel Mbonyicyambu, known as Israel Mbonyi, arrived in Nairobi, Kenya, on Wednesday, August 7, where he received a warm welcome ahead of his first… Read more »

Rwanda: 18 Genocide Victims' Bodies Found in IPRC - Karongi

Eighteen bodies believed to be of the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi were on Monday, August 5, found around IPRC-Karongi, in Bwishyura Sector, Karongi District. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Secures $39m to Restore Congo-Nile Divide

Planned activities to restore the Congo-Nile Divide region are expected to kick off this month, following a $39.1 million grant secured by the government to curb deforestation… Read more »

Rwanda: M23 Rebels Want Ongoing Ceasefire to 'Open Door to Dialogue'

The M23 rebels in eastern DR Congo say they are observing a ceasefire that took effect on Monday, August 5, with "hope that it is going to open the door to direct dialogue" with… Read more »

Rwanda: Climate-Resilient Assets Improve Food Security in Rutsiro

Farmers in Rutsiro District are witnessing high agricultural productivity following the construction of terraces and restoration of marshlands as climate-resilient assets aligned… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya's Mobius Motors Shuts Down

Kenya's only homegrown automaker, Mobius Motors Kenya, is shutting down after 13 years of operations. Read more »

Rwanda: DR Congo Leader's Rhetoric and Its Consequences

President Felix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has often portrayed himself as a staunch defender of national sovereignty and an uncompromising patriot. Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: Over 90 DR Congo Police Officers With Guns, Ammo Flee to Uganda As Fighting Intensifies

Nearly 100 police officers from DR Congo fled to neighbouring Uganda over the weekend as fighting between M23 rebels and the military in DR Congo's east intensified, a Ugandan… Read more »

Rwanda: Requirements for Faith-Based Organisations - Interfaith Council Leader Says Churches 'Knew What to Do'

In the ongoing nationwide inspection, the Rwanda Governance Board (RGB) and other government agencies have closed over 5,600 places of worship, including 100 cave churches over… Read more »

Rwanda: The Persistence of the Hutu-Power Movement and Its Implications for Rwanda

The Hutu Power movement, despite its well-known role in the horrific 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, has not disappeared. Instead, it has metamorphosed into a stealthier… Read more »

Rwanda: How Rwanda Can Attract More Renewable Energy Investments

Rwanda boasts abundant sunlight, wind, and geothermal resources, but like many African nations, faces hurdles in harnessing clean energy. Read more »

Rwanda: What Can Rwanda Do to Reduce Its Trade Deficit?

Experts say that Rwanda should invest more in the services sector to increase foreign capital inflows and put more efforts in export diversification in order to reduce the… Read more »

Rwanda: Over 5,600 Churches Shut Down Over Non-Compliance

More than 5,600 places of worship deemed to be operating illegally - including 100 cave churches - have been closed down over the last week over failure to comply with the law… Read more »

Africa: Mpox - WHO Boss Says Considering International Health Emergency

The World Health Organization (WHO) is considering a major step in response to a rapidly escalating mpox outbreak that has so far been confirmed in 12 African countries. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda to Export Plasma in Strategic Medical Move

Rwanda is set to export plasma as the country seeks to address the cost it incurs on the production and disposal of excess amounts of this blood component, as well as get derived… Read more »

Rwanda: Mchezo-Sponsored Taekwondo Star Eyes Olympic Glory

Mchezo, a Rwanda-based company focused on sports and talent development as well as responsible gaming, has been pivotal in supporting Michelle Tau, a Mosotho Taekwondo athlete who… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Becomes First Ever African Team to Reach Olympics Quarterfinals

Nigeria's women basketball team, D'Tigress, continues to make history, becoming the first ever African team, men or women, to make it beyond the group phase at the Olympics. Read more »

Uganda: Who Is Natasha Nyonyozi, Miss Uganda 2024/25?

Natasha Nyonyozi was crowned Miss Uganda 2024/25 on Saturday, August 3, at an event held at the Sheraton Hotel in Kampala. Read more »

Rwanda: Closure of Non-Compliant Faith-Based Organisations - What Are the Essential Requirements?

The Rwanda Governance Board (RGB) and other government agencies are conducting countrywide inspections to ensure that faith-based organizations (FBOs) adhere to national laws and… Read more »

Rwanda: Dylan Maes Reveals Interest From Bulgaria

Rwandan international Dylan Georges Maes has revealed that he could leave Latvian top tier side FS Jelgava when his contract expires on November 30. Read more »