Africa News

Rwanda Raises Concerns Over “Solidarity Congo” Concert Coinciding with Genocide Memorial

The Rwandan government has expressed its disapproval of the scheduled Solidarity Congo concert in Paris on April 7, citing its…

Kenya Deploys Police Officers to South Sudan Amid Rising Tensions

Kenya has stepped up its peacekeeping efforts in South Sudan by deploying four police specialists as part of the United…

M23 Rebels Push Out Foreign Forces in Eastern Congo, Civilians Return Home

MINOVA, DR Congo — Residents of this lakeside town are rebuilding their lives after M23 rebels forced out Burundian and…

Niger’s Military Rulers Announce Five-Year Transition Plan

NIAMEY, Niger — Niger's military government has set a five-year timeline to return the country to civilian rule, rejecting demands…

Rwanda’s Political Forum Re-elects Spokesperson

  KIGALI, Rwanda - Christine Mukabunani has been chosen again to lead Rwanda's National Consultative Forum of Political Organizations. The…

Rwanda Suspends 80% Export Levy on Raw Hides to Boost Leather Industry Development

  Kigali, Rwanda – The Rwandan government has temporarily suspended an 80% development levy on the export of raw hides and skins…