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Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ambassador Olivier Nduhungirehe, has stated that the United States’ continued targeting of Rwanda cannot bring lasting peace to the Great Lakes region. Speaking during an interview with Russia’s RT television network, Minister Nduhungirehe explained that several issues surrounding the ongoin

Washington DC – A former senior United States diplomat has called for a more balanced approach to resolving the prolonged conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), emphasizing that lasting peace requires impartial international engagement, responsible governance, and accountability for armed groups contributing to regional instability. Tibor P.

US Jury Convicts Rwandan-Born Ohio Man of Perjury Over Testimony in Genocide Trial BOSTON — A United States federal jury has convicted Eric Nshimiye, a Rwandan-born man living in Ohio, of perjury and obstruction of justice over false testimony he gave during the 2019 trial of a former university classmate accused of involvement in the […]

SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA, Spain — The death toll from one of Europe’s worst rail disasters in modern history rose to 69 on Thursday, as Spain’s Civil Guard confirmed that their primary focus is now on identifying the remaining victims of the catastrophic train derailment. Authorities have urged family members of those still missing to report […]

GOMA, Democratic Republic of the Congo — The Front for the Refoundation of the Nation (FRN) has officially adopted its organizational emblem, introducing a new visual identity that its leadership says reflects the movement’s commitment to national unity, peace, dignity, freedom, and the future of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The announcement w

Washington DC – Rwanda is expanding its diplomatic and economic engagement with the United States as Ambassador Mathilde Mukantabana undertook a series of strategic meetings in Oregon, highlighting opportunities for American businesses, educational institutions, and organizations to strengthen partnerships with Rwanda. The ambassador’s visit included engagem

MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday opened the third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow, hosting delegations from 48 African countries as the Kremlin pushes to expand its influence across the continent and cast itself as a leader of a emerging multipolar world order. The two-day gathering, held October 28–29, 2026, brought together representat

RWAMAGANA, Rwanda — The Rwanda National Police (RNP) has passed out 1,652 new officers, including 337 women, from its 22nd intake at the Gishari Police Training School in Rwamagana District. The ceremony was presided over by Internal Security Minister Vincent Biruta. The recruits were awarded the rank of Police Constable after completing 10 months of [&helli

Confusion deepened Tuesday over the whereabouts of defeated Brazilian presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro, after Brazilian authorities cancelled his passports and Argentine migration officials said he had crossed into Argentina and boarded a private flight to Ecuador. Earlier reports had suggested Bolsonaro had arrived in the United States. A senior US o

KYIV, UKRAINE — Ukraine’s military has introduced a new approach to battlefield medical evacuation, deploying specialized aerial drones capable of transporting wounded soldiers from dangerous combat zones. The development represents a significant advancement in military rescue technology as Ukrainian forces seek innovative ways to protect personnel and impro

BEIJING, China — China has drawn international attention with a remarkable display of robotics technology, as 110 humanoid robots reportedly performed a synchronized dance routine in an event described by media outlets as a new Guinness World Record. The performance, captured in widely circulated video footage, featured rows of human-shaped robots executing

His Excellency President Paul Kagame has announced a series of senior leadership appointments across Rwanda’s government, diplomatic service, public institutions, and technology sector, introducing new officials to positions central to the country’s public administration, international cooperation, digital transformation, and national development. The appoin

KAMPALA, UGANDA — Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has expressed suspicion that certain members of the Rwanda National Congress (RNC), led by Kayumba Nyamwasa, may have played a role in the killing of Robert Kabera, widely known as Sergeant Robert, who was recently murdered in Uganda. General Muhoozi raised the possibility that

TRIPOLI — The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has lifted airspace restrictions imposed on Libya in 2015 during the country’s civil war, Libya’s Ministry of Transport announced Monday. The ministry said the decision, issued on October 23, reflects significant progress and growing international confidence in Libya’s civil aviation sector. Liby

LONDON —Bukayo Saka used his acceptance speech for the 2026 Socrates Award to read aloud a letter from a 14-year-old boy in Rwanda whose life was transformed by the Arsenal and England winger’s charity work. The award, named after the late Brazilian footballer Socrates, recognises humanitarian and social action by a footballer and was presented […]

SAO PAULO — Brazil’s left-wing President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has won a fourth term in office, defeating right-wing challenger Flávio Bolsonaro in the runoff vote. The 80-year-old took just under 52% of the vote in the second round. Addressing cheering supporters in São Paulo, Lula thanked them and said they had “defended Brazilian […]

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has placed the threat from Iran at the centre of his closing election campaign, while U.S. President Donald Trump has renewed his endorsement ahead of Tuesday’s vote. The developments come amid disputed reporting about differences between Netanyahu and Israel Defense Forces Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir over an