Author: The New Times

US President Donald Trump on upcoming Rwanda-DR Congo deal: ‘A great day for Africa’ Jun 26, 2025

Technical teams from Rwanda and DR Congo finalised a draft of the agreement, which is scheduled to be signed by the countries’ foreign ministers next...

Rwanda, Morocco ink ‘landmark’ military cooperation agreement Jun 19, 2025

The visit began with a wreath-laying ceremony at the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, paying tribute to the historical legacy and enduring leadership of the f...

Rwandan capital Kigali introduces modern road cleaning technology Jun 17, 2025

The vehicle has a method of cleaning roads without raising dust, by using a vacuum or suction system to remove dirt, debris, and loose materials from...

US arrests Rwandan genocide fugitive Vincent Nzigiyimfura after years on the run Jun 15, 2025

If convicted, Nzigiyimfura faces up to 30 years in prison, with sentencing to be determined by a federal judge in accordance with U.S. Sentencing Guid...

Rwanda’s Niyonkuru claims half marathon gold as Kenya’s Korir reclaims Kigali marathon crown Jun 08, 2025

Kenya dominated the full marathon categories, with Laban Korir reclaiming the men’s title in 2:18:26.

From spirit to scripture: Why Rwanda says passion alone isn’t enough to preach Jun 08, 2025

Rwandan regulations already determine that to start a church, a preacher must have at least a theology degree.

Former South Kivu governor Marcelin Cishambo joins AFC/M23 rebellion Jun 08, 2025

Cishambo was governor in South Kivu, which is largely controlled by the rebels, from July 2010 to August 2017.

Candy-coated killers: How tobacco industry hooks youth with flavours, false glamour Jun 07, 2025

Tobacco harms nearly every organ in the body, causes heart disease, lung conditions, and more than 20 types of cancer.

AFC/M23 condemns continued attacks on Banyamulenge in South Kivu Jun 03, 2025

The group described the operations carried out between May 23 and 29 as “terrorist actions” systematically launched on various densely populated areas...

Rwandan hospital unveils East Africa’s most advanced robotic surgical microscope May 30, 2025

The advantages of the microscope are the system’s precision, which helps surgeons operate more safely and efficiently, especially in delicate brain an...

Former Congolese President Kabila meets religious leaders in eastern DR Congo May 29, 2025

His return to Goma comes barely two days after he accused President Felix Tshisekedi’s government for populism, lies, arrogance, institutionalisation...

Urgent food system reform needed for resilience as Africa faces chronic hunger crisis May 28, 2025

The conflict adds another destabilising layer. Violence and insecurity across the Sahel, Horn of Africa, and Great Lakes regions have disrupted planti...

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