In a key vote held at the United Nations Headquarters, the General Assembly elected five new non-permanent members to the UN Security Council for the 2026โ2027 term. Bahrain, Colombia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Latvia, and Liberia will assume their seats in January 2026, contributing to global peace and security decisions alongside existing […]
Kagame Honors Algeriaโs Fallen Heroes at Martyrsโ Memorial in Algiers
During his official visit to Algeria, President Paul Kagame paid a solemn tribute to the nationโs history by laying a wreath at the Maqam Echahid, or Martyrsโ Memorial, in Algiers. The gesture honored the Algerian heroes who gave their lives during the countryโs war of independence. The moment was shared through a post by the […]
Spiro Reassures Customers as E-Bike Deliveries Continue Across Rwanda
Spiro has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering on its promise to revolutionize urban mobility through the ongoing rollout of its electric motorcycles, with deliveries currently being completed in phases. The company began dispatching bikes in April 2025, and many early applicants have already received their motorcycles under a first-come, first-served policy. In an official statement […]
President Kagame Meets Tebboune in Algeria for High-Level Bilateral Talks
President Paul Kagame arrived in Algiers on June 3, 2025, for a two-day official visit to the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, at the invitation of his counterpart, President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. This high-level visit reflects the deepening partnership between the two nations, with both leaders expected to discuss strategic cooperation in areas including education, security, […]
Daughter of 2021 Kampala Bomber Killed in Munyonyo Terror Attempt
A major terror attack was thwarted in Kampala just hours before the annual Uganda Martyrs Day celebrations, as security forces intercepted two suspected suicide bombers near the Munyonyo Basilica. One of the assailants, a woman wearing a suicide vest, has been identified as the daughter of a man who carried out a deadly suicide bombing […]
Eid al-Adha to Be Observed as Public Holiday on June 6
The Ministry of Public Service and Labour has announced that Friday, June 6, 2025, will be observed as an official public holiday in Rwanda in celebration of Eid al-Adha. This decision, the ministry states, is made โin accordance with the Presidential Order Nยฐ 062/01 of 19/10/2022 establishing official public holidays.โ In a formal statement, the […]
The Rwf10M fine for Unauthorized Use of Foreign Currency in Rwanda
The National Bank of Rwanda (BNR) has introduced tougher penalties for unauthorized pricing and transactions in foreign currency, in a bid to reinforce the use of the Rwandan franc in domestic transactions. According to Regulation No 89/2025, published in the official gazette on May 30, 2025, individuals or businesses found pricing goods or services in […]
13 Soldiers from UPDF Arrested for Violent Raid on Wakiso Police Over Land row
A dramatic clash unfolded in Wakiso District on Monday evening as thirteen Uganda Peopleโs Defence Forces (UPDF) soldiers were arrested following a violent confrontation with police officers at the Wakiso Police Division headquarters. The arrested soldiers are; Cpl. George Mwesigwa, Sgt. Denis Owor, Pte. Ronald Kato, L/Cpl. Martin Ssenoga, Pte. Peter Okello, Pte. Moses Byaruhanga, […]
Sudanโs New Prime Minister Dismisses Caretaker Government Amid Ongoing Crisis
Just a day after being sworn in, Sudanโs newly appointed Prime Minister Kamil Idris made an unexpected move by dissolving the nationโs caretaker government. The announcement was reported late Sunday by the state-run news agency SUNA, signaling a dramatic shift in Sudanโs fragile political landscape. Idrisโs appointment marks the first time in four years that […]
Cassava, Irish Potatoes Thrive as Maize, Beans Decline in Rwandaโs 2025 Season A
Rwandaโs agricultural landscape saw a shift in 2025 Season A, with cassava and Irish potato production recording significant growth while maize and bean yields dropped slightly. These findings were presented in the Seasonal Agricultural Survey (SAS) for 2025 Season A, published by the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR) on June 2. The report […]