Nigeria is mourning the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away at the age of 82 in a London hospital following a prolonged illness. A man who once ruled Nigeria as both a military leader and a civilian president, Buhariโs life was a symbol of the countryโs shifting political landscape, marked by battles […]
RDB Cracks Down on Nightlife Violations to Protect Public Safety and Uphold Order
The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) has issued a firm reminder to all hospitality and entertainment establishments to strictly adhere to regulatory measures governing their operations. The public notice, released on June 27, 2025, follows a high-level meeting between RDB, the City of Kigali, the Rwanda National Police, and key players in the hospitality sector. The […]
Uganda unveils New HIV Drug that Offers Total Protection with Just Two doses a Year
Uganda has announced a groundbreaking scientific and medical advancement that could dramatically change the fight against HIV with an injectable drug that offers complete protection from the virus with just two doses a year. The Uganda AIDS Commission revealed that Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), has demonstrated 100% effectiveness in preventing HIV infection […]
Foreign Minister, Nduhungirehe, Hails Peace Accord with DRC as Turning Point for the Region
At the historic signing of the peace agreement between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), on June 27, 2025, Rwandaโs Minister of Foreign Affairs, Olivier J.P. Nduhungirehe, delivered a strong and optimistic message. On behalf of his government, he described the agreement as a pivotal moment in reshaping the regionโs future, grounded […]
DRC Crisis: What You Need to Know About the RwandaโDRC Peace Agreement
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the Republic of Rwanda recently signed a comprehensive peace agreement that sets a clear path toward stability, mutual respect, and economic cooperation. This historic accord marks a significant step forward in addressing longstanding grievances, halting hostilities, and rebuilding trust between the two nations. The agreement reaffirms both […]
Israel and Iran Agree to Ceasefire Under Trumpโs Mediation
After nearly two weeks of intense conflict, Israel and Iran have accepted a ceasefire agreement brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump, signaling an official end to what is now being dubbed the โ12-Day War.โ The ceasefire was reached early Tuesday following a final exchange of heavy attacks between the two nations, and after Tehran launched […]
Rwanda and Luxembourg Deepen Ties Through Strategic Dialogue
Rwandaโs Ministry of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation recently welcomed H.E. Jeanne Crauser, the non-resident Ambassador of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg to Kigali, in a meeting that reaffirmed the two countriesโ commitment to strengthened bilateral relations. Nduhungirehe hosted the ambassador, and the pair engaged in a thoughtful exchange aimed at deepening cooperation across diplomacy, […]
Airspace Tensions in the Gulf Force RwandAir to Cancel Flights for Passenger Safety
RwandAir has canceled flights WB300 and WB303 to and from Doha on June 23 and 24, 2025, due to the sudden closure of Qatarโs airspace. In its statement, the airline confirmed that โin light of the evolving situation and for the safety of our passengers and crew, flights to and from Dubai have also been […]
How Rwandaโs Young Rotarians took the Lead at the Festival of Sport to Support Cancer Patients
A wave of youthful energy swept through Kigali on June 21, 2025, as the Festival of Sport โ Rotary Edition unfolded at the International School of Kigali. It was a powerful, youth-led campaign to raise vital support for cancer patients in Rwanda. The Festival was proudly organized by Wura Holdings Ltd, led by a committed […]
Rwanda and DRC Edge Closer to Peace as Washington Hosts Landmark Agreement Talks
Efforts towards resolving long-standing tensions between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda have yielded initial terms of a Peace Agreement. The accord was developed during a series of peace talks mediated by the United States and observed by the State of Qatar, held this week in Washington, D.C. On June 18, 2025, […]