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Last week, Britain said it would pause some bilateral aid to Rwanda and impose other diplomatic sanctions over its role in the conflict in neighbouring Congo, a move Kigali called "punitive".

The Rwandan Parliament reaffirmed its support for resolving the conflict through dialogue, urging the DRC government to engage with all warring parties.

Rwanda argued that punitive measures would not help resolve the conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

The French-drafted U.N. resolution "strongly condemns the ongoing offensive and advances of the M23 in North-Kivu and South Kivu" and demands that M23 immediately stop its hostilities and withdraw.

The sanctions freeze all property and interests owned by Kabarebe and Kanyuka within the US and prohibit American individuals and businesses from engaging with them. Companies owned 50% or more by the sanctioned individuals are also affected.

It dismissed attempts to politicise these collaborations, arguing that they bring significant socio-economic benefits such as job creation, sports infrastructure development, and talent nurturing.

Rwanda also criticised the UK’s stance on the conflict, urging it to support the African Union-backed East African Community (EAC) and Southern African Development Community (SADC) peace process instead of backing a military solution.

Belgium has been a key advocate for stricter measures against Rwanda in recent weeks, pushing for tougher EU sanctions. However, diplomatic sources indicate that its calls for action have gained limited support within the European bloc.

Rwanda rejects accusations that its troops are directly supporting M23 rebels and insists it is acting in defence of its own security, especially in the face of the FDLR militia operating in the area.

President Kagame dismissed the idea of holding more meetings without concrete action.

He reiterated Rwanda's support for a political solution between the M23 and the Congolese government, stating, "Our defensive measures are to defend our territories."

SADC expressed concern that the RDF's involvement in these attacks had further worsened the security situation in eastern DRC and undermined both the peace and security of the DRC.

M23 rebels marched into eastern Congo's largest city Goma on Monday in the worst escalation of a long-running conflict for more than a decade.

Initial results from the trials show that the potatoes yield approximately 20 tonnes per hectare.

He reiterated that the condemnation failed to address the root cause of the war in Eastern DRC and call for direct political talks between the DRC government and the M23, to find a lasting solution to the conflict, a suggestion that DRC has maintained its objection to.

A successful pilot exercise in remote areas, primarily targeting illegal mining activities and other security concerns, led to the decision to introduce drones for road safety.

The successful containment of the virus highlights Rwanda’s commitment to building resilient health systems and preparing for future public health emergencies.

The court ordered them to pay nearly $15,000 in fines and an additional $11,000 in damages to the three human rights organisations that brought the case. Both Onana and Serieyx have appealed the decision.

The Medicine and Research category recognised Uwishema for his groundbreaking efforts in public health education and research.

The investigative agency stated that the suspect was arrested in Kigali following an Interpol red notice issued by the Republic of India on August 2, 2023.

The depreciatiion stems from a steep decline in the prices of Rwanda’s key exports, such as minerals, coffee, and tea, which has severely reduced foreign exchange earnings.

Cabo Delgado has been facing an armed insurgency since 2017 that has disrupted several multi-billion-dollar oil and natural gas projects.

President Paul Kagame has accused some churches of "squeezing money" from poor Rwandans. Authorities have closed thousands of churches for non-compliance.

The worsening security situation in Tripoli and surrounding areas has made conditions in Libya particularly dangerous for refugees and migrants.

Rwanda's Ministry of Health has implemented an enhanced surveillance plan to ensure the detection of any remaining chains of transmission.

The conviction of Rwamucyo is particularly significant as it highlights a broader concern: despite numerous indictments and international arrest warrants, many individuals involved in the genocide remain at large.

The museum stands as a warning to future generations about the perils of hatred and the importance of vigilance against such atrocities.

This follows a video claim that the forces had been disguisedly deployed in the city to suppress the "March on Maputo" protests.

The transformation of Akagera National Park speaks to the power of collective action, strategic partnerships, and innovative conservation.

More than 9 million Rwandans are registered to vote across 2,333 polling stations nationwide with provisional results expected by July 20.
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