Regional diplomatic tensions have sharpened after Rwanda dismissed the latest resolutions by the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR), arguing that the Kinshasa-led summit holds no relevance to ongoing efforts to resolve the prolonged conflict in eastern DRC. The dispute has added fresh uncertainty to a region already struggling with overlapping security crises […]
Ugandan socialite Bryan White charged in death of burn victim
Flamboyant Kampala socialite and self-styled philanthropist Brian Kirumira, commonly referred to as Bryan White has been charged in a disturbing criminal probe following the death of a 25-year-old woman, Caroline Nalubwama, who suffered fatal burn injuries in his Kyamula residence. The case, filed by the Kampala Metropolitan Police, includes the rare and severe charge of […]
Rwanda, Morocco deepen defence cooperation
Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) Army Chief of Staff, Major General Vincent Nyakarundi, is leading a senior military delegation on a four-day working visit to Morocco as part of growing efforts to strengthen defence cooperation between the two nations. The visit, which began earlier this week, marks a new step in the implementation of a Memorandum […]
How Guinea’s mega Iron ore project is poised to steer global steel industry
In a defining moment for both Guinea and Africa, President Paul Kagame yesterday joined Guinea’s President Mamadi Doumbouya in Conakry for the official launch of the Simandou Iron ore project. This marks the beginning of what is poised to be the largest ongoing mining development in the world. With its vast untapped iron ore reserves, […]
Morocco make history with 16–0 win at U-17 WC
Morocco’s U-17 national football team has etched its name in FIFA history after recording the largest victory ever at the U-17 World Cup, a remarkable 16–0 win over New Caledonia in their final Group B fixture in Doha, Qatar. The emphatic result not only set a new tournament record but also secured Morocco’s qualification to […]
Uganda: Over 80,000 candidates begin race amid calls for peaceful campaigns
Campaigning for Members of Parliament and other lower elective positions in Uganda has officially begun for the general elections scheduled for January 15, 2026, marking a critical phase in the nation’s political calendar. According to the country’s Electoral Commission (EC), a total of 2,025 candidates have been nominated to contest the 353 directly-elected parliamentary constituencies, […]
Rwanda’s 24-man squad off to Ethiopia for CECAFA U17 championship
The Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) has seen off a 24-player squad that will represent the country at the 2025 CECAFA U17 championship, set to kick off in Ethiopia this week. The tournament, organized under the Council for East and Central Africa Football Associations (CECAFA), serves as a regional qualifying competition for the 2025 Africa U17 […]
19th African conference of African command and staff colleges kicks off in Kigali
The 19th African Conference of Commandants (ACoC) of African Command and Staff Colleges is underway in Kigali. Held under the theme “The Future of African Military Training and Education: Bridging the Digital Divide,” The high-level meeting will be is scheduled to run until November 12, 2025. The annual event serves as a vital platform for […]
Kagame urges self-reliance, rejects dependency and political speculation
President Paul Kagame has once again reminded Rwandans and their leaders that the country’s destiny lies in its own hands, not in promises or interventions from outside forces. Addressing the 18th Annual Unity Club Intwararumuri forum at the Intare Conference Arena in on November 8, Kagame delivered a compelling message that intertwined patriotism, accountability, and […]
Rwanda showcases its potential at the world’s largest import expo
Rwanda’s participation in the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai marks another significant step in the country’s growing trade and investment relations with China. Held from November 5–10, 2025, the CIIE attracted more than 4,000 exhibitors from 155 countries and regions. At the expo, Rwanda not only showcased some of its export-ready products, […]