After more than a decade in the ranks of the Rwandan genocidal militia FDLR in eastern DR Congo, Corporal Innocent Tuyisenge is learning how to […]
Kagame says unresolved FDLR threat remains at heart of Rwanda’s Congo concerns
President Paul Kagame said Monday that Rwanda’s concerns over the presence of the FDLR in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo remain unresolved, arguing that international efforts have yet to address what he considers the root cause of the region’s long-running…
Kigali to host African carbon markets summit as climate finance interest grows
Rwanda will host a major African carbon markets summit in October as governments, investors and project developers seek ways to turn growing interest in carbon trading into more climate finance for the continent. The Carbon Markets Africa Summit will take…
Rwanda weighs stake in Dangote’s planned Kenya refinery
Rwanda is among three East African countries considering taking a stake in a planned oil refinery in Kenya backed by Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote, as countries in the region seek a share in a project expected to become a major…
Kigali prepares for Africa food forum as continent weighs investment, jobs and food security
Africa's food and agriculture leaders will gather in Kigali later this month for a forum aimed at addressing one of the continent's biggest challenges: how to attract the investment needed to make food systems more productive, create jobs and withstand…
Northern Province expo offers new income stream for Rwandan artists
Rwandan musicians are earning income from a 15-day exhibition in Musanze, with organizers expecting performers to make more than 30 million Rwandan francs by the time the event ends Sept. 2. The Northern Province exhibition, which opened Aug. 19, features…
Dutch court gives life sentence to Rwandan over 1994 genocide
A Dutch court on Friday sentenced a 66-year-old Rwandan-born Dutch citizen to life in prison for taking part in massacres during Rwanda's 1994 genocide, finding that he helped attack Tutsi civilians and prevented people seeking refuge from escaping. The Hague…
Africa seeks bigger voice in global security decisions
Africa is seeking permanent representation on the United Nations Security Council, as the African Union continues efforts to reform the body responsible for major decisions on international peace and security. Africa currently has no permanent seat on the 15-member council.…
Dolly Parton’s sister remembers country icon’s lasting legacy
Dolly Parton's sister has remembered the country music legend as a generous and caring woman who remained focused on other people even during her final battle with cancer. Parton died Aug. 25 at age 80 after a brief battle with…
King James makes history with two sold-out BK Arena concerts celebrating 20 years in music
Music star Ruhumuriza James, popularly known as King James, has written a new chapter in…
Urban Boyz to reunite in Rubavu after nearly nine years apart
Rwanda's celebrated music group Urban Boyz will reunite on stage for the first time in…
Future Harry Visits Could Test Charles, William’s United Front
Future visits by Prince Harry to the United Kingdom could test whether King Charles and…
Charlize Theron praises Matt Damon’s physical transformation for ‘The Odyssey’
Charlize Theron has praised the physical transformation of her The Odyssey co-star Matt Damon, saying…
World Cup halftime show gets mixed reviews despite star-studded lineup
A star-studded halftime show featuring some of the world’s biggest music acts received mixed reactions…
Bosco Nshuti uses Kigali concert to debut new music, hint at sixth album
Rwandan gospel artist Bosco Nshuti turned his latest concert into a showcase of both past…
PREPARATIONS UNDER WAY FOR MEETING BETWEEN TRUMP AND PUTIN, RUSSIA SAYS
Preparations for a face-to-face meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are under way, Russia’s deputy foreign minister has said. The event would mark a dramatic shift […]
SUDAN’S RSF AND ALLIES SIGN CHARTER IN NAIROBI TO FORM PARALLEL GOVERNMENT
Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces signed a charter with allied political and armed groups late on Saturday to establish a “government of peace and unity”, signatories […]
EAC Defence Chiefs Conclude Talks on Eastern DRC Security Ahead of Joint EAC-SADC Meeting
The Chiefs of Defence Staff (CDF) from East African Community (EAC) member states have concluded high-level discussions in Nairobi on the security situation in eastern […]
OVER 2,000 ARMY AND POLICE PERSONNEL SURRENDER TO AFC-M23 FORCES
At least 2,100 police officers and 890 soldiers from Goma in North Kivu and Bukavu in South Kivu have surrendered to the AFC-M23 rebel movement, […]
President Kagame flags off 17th edition of Tour du Rwanda
President Paul Kagame and International Cycling Union President David Lappartient officially flagged off the 17th edition of the Tour du Rwanda at BK Arena on […]
DRC conflict: President Kagame holds talks with UK Foreign Minister Lammy
President Paul Kagame met with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy on Saturday to discuss bilateral relations and the ongoing security crisis in the eastern Democratic […]