Africa: Top Three Winners of Africa's Business Heroes Funding Announced

Three entrepreneurs from Egypt, Kenya, and Nigeria have emerged as the top winners of the 2023 grants from Africa's Business Heroes (ABH), a charitable initiative of the Jack Ma… Read more »

Rwanda: MuLaKiLa Project - Symphony of Sustainability Blossoms With 900,000 Trees in Rwanda's Western Landscape

In the picturesque landscapes of Rwanda's Western Province, Rutsiro and Ngororero Districts, a pressing issue looms large -- land and forest degradation. Fuelled by population… Read more »

East Africa: EAC Heads of State Adopt Bloc's Sustainable Financing, Urge Sanctions Against Defaulting Partner States

The long-awaited sustainable financing mechanism for the East African Community (EAC) has become a reality after the Summit of the EAC Heads of State adopted a relevant funding… Read more »

East Africa: Somalia Joins East African Community

The East African Community (EAC) Summit of Heads of State has admitted the Federal Republic of Somalia to the regional bloc, making it its 8th member country. Read more »

Africa: Explainer - Inside the New African Union Land Governance Strategy

The African Union Commission (AUC), in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy, and Sustainable Environment (DARBE), and the African Land… Read more »

East Africa: EAC Heads of State Summit - Climate Change, Food Security Top Agenda

The East African Community (EAC) Heads of State are set to convene for their 23rd Ordinary Summit in Arusha, Tanzania, on November 24. Experts in agriculture and environment… Read more »

Rwanda: Why Rwanda Needs Global 'Loss and Damage Fund'

The country requires more than Rwf500 billion for recovery interventions. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwandan Legends Back Amavubi After Perfect Start to WC Qualifiers

A host of Amavubi football legends have rallied in support of the national team after a bright start to the Africa 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Read more »

Rwanda: Minister Kayisire Urges Ex-Combatants to Embrace Unity

The Minister of State for Local Government, Marie-Solange Kayisire, has urged the 84 ex-combatants discharged on Thursday, November 23, to foster unity within their communities. Read more »

Rwanda: Central Bank Warns Against Forex Trade Fraud

John Rwangombwa, the Governor of the National Bank of Rwanda, has issued a warning about the widespread forex trade malpractices that are affecting the country's economy, leading… Read more »

Rwanda: Nyagatare Farmers to Benefit From New Modern Abattoir

Residents of Nyagatare district, known for their thriving cattle farming business, are set to benefit from a newly constructed modern abattoir. The abattoir was constructed at a… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo, UN Mission Sign Withdrawal Plan

The United Nations and DR Congo government have signed an agreement that will kick-start the withdrawal of MONUSCO, the UN peacekeeping mission in the Country. Read more »

East Africa: Ngirente Calls for Climate Resilience, De-Risking Agriculture in EAC

The East African Community (EAC) Partner States should put adequate resources into addressing risks in the agriculture sector and building resilience to climate change for food… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwandan Troops Are Dependable, Brave - UN Force Commander in Central African Republic

Rwandan troops serving in the United Nations Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) are "very brave," Lt Gen Humphrey Nyone, the Force Commander, said on Thursday,… Read more »

East Africa: EAC Lawmakers Convene in Kigali to Discuss Regional Matters

Members of the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) - legislative arm of the East African Community (EAC) - are convening in Kigali to deliberate on regional affairs. Read more »

Rwanda: Survivor Details Alleged Horrific Violence By Genocide Suspect Munyemana

In her testimony before the Cour d'assises de Paris, a survivor of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi recounted the brutal nightmare she endured under the orders of Dr. Sostherne… Read more »

Rwanda: Central Bank Maintains Lending Rate at 7.5%

In continued efforts to tame inflation, the National Bank of Rwanda has decided to maintain its lending rate at 7 per cent. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Commended for Advancing Women's Land Rights

Rwanda's efforts in advancing women's land rights have been applauded by officials at the ongoing fifth edition of the Conference on Land Policy in Africa (CLPA), that started on… Read more »

Rwanda: Cash-Strapped Esperance FC Pull Out of Second Tier League

Esperance Football Club has announced its withdrawal from competing in the 2023/24 season, citing 'the financial constraints'. Read more »

Rwanda/Somalia: Cecafa U18 - Rwanda to Face Somalia in Opener

Rwanda will lock horns with Somalia in the opening encounter of the 2023 CECAFA U18 championship which kicks off in Kenya on Saturday, November 25. Read more »

Rwanda: City of Kigali Identifies 80 Sites for New Public Toilets

The City of Kigali (CoK) plans to build new public toilets in 80 designated locations to enhance sanitation and hygiene in the capital. This commitment was announced during… Read more »

Rwanda: Handball - Nine Teams Confirmed for Coupe Du Rwanda

At least nine team will take part in the 2023 Coupe du Rwanda handball tournament due from Saturday to Sunday (November 25-26). Read more »

Rwanda: New UK-Rwanda Migration Treaty to 'Reemphasise' Initial Plan

A new treaty on migration between the United Kingdom and Rwanda will respond to concerns raised by the UK Supreme Court, according to the government of Rwanda. Read more »

Rwanda: Hamilton Insists F1 Needs African Race On Calendar

British Formula One (F1) star Lewis Hamilton has revealed that he has actively been pushing for a race weekend in Africa, arguing that there is no need for more races in the United… Read more »

Ghana: Manchester United's Maguire Accepts Apology From Ghanaian MP Who Mocked Him

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has accepted the apology from Ghanaian Member of Parliament Isaac Adongo who compared his performances on the pitch to the country's… Read more »