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US pushes Rwanda-DRC peace deal amid rising tensions in Eastern Congo
The United States is leading a high-stakes diplomatic effort to secure peace between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), with the key condition that Rwandan troops withdraw from eastern Congo. This proposal, according to diplomats familiar with the talks, is likely to face pushback from Kigali, which sees the region as a breeding…
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Kazakhstan and Africa strengthen ties through growing cooperation
Kazakhstan and African countries are steadily building closer relations despite the distance...
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Congo accuses Rwanda and M23 rebels of mass killings, abductions and war crimes in eastern region
Congolese officials have leveled serious accusations against Rwanda’s military and the...
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South Africa begins withdrawing peacekeepers from rebel-held eastern Congo
South Africa’s armed forces announced Thursday they had begun pulling their peacekeepers...
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Rwanda vs Belgium vs Congo: The Breakup That Could Reshape Africa
In a bold diplomatic move, Rwanda has officially severed ties with Belgium, expelling its diplomats and accusing the former colonial power of destabilizing the region. The reason? Ongoing allegations that...
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How the DR Congo conflict threatens Rwanda’s multimillion-dollar tourism industry
Rwanda’s $640 million tourism industry is facing potential disruption due to its alleged support of M23 rebels in DR Congo, sparking international pressure. Several nations, including the UK and...
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Check out the top 10 most visited countries in Africa in 2024
Africa has become a growing hub for tourism, with its diverse landscapes, rich cultures, and historical landmarks attracting millions of visitors annually. According to the UN Tourism Barometer, Africa...
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Bruce Melodie: Afrobeats Talent Makes Waves With “When She’s Around”
Rwandan Afrobeats artiste, Bruce Melodie, is exciting to watch. He has been making waves on social media in the past few weeks following the release of his single, When She’s Around featuring Strength...
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Rwanda: Idris Elba, wife get chance to name baby gorillas in annual gorilla naming ceremony
Hollywood actor Idris Elba and his wife participated in a high-profile annual event in Rwanda, where they named newborn baby gorillas. This event aims to raise awareness for conservation and tourism in...
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‘Hotel Rwanda’ hero, not a true hero as the West would have us believe
Paul Rusesabagina is heroized as the model Rwandan during the country’s genocide. Often, his role in saving the lives of hundreds of people who took shelter from the 1994 genocide at a hotel he managed,...
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After Africa’s Silicon Valley, Rwanda unveils first ‘Made in Africa’ smartphones
Rwanda has taken a giant step in its quest to become Africa’s technological hub with the launch of a smartphone manufacturing plant. Pan-African conglomerate Mara Group launched the manufacturing...
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Rwanda scraps over 1,000 colonial-era laws passed by Germany and Belgium
Rwanda has passed a law repealing over 1,000 colonial-era laws from its statutes. This comes after Rwanda’s Constitutional and Legal Affairs State Minister, Evode Uwizeyimana advocated...
