President Paul Kagame Stories

Rwanda and Belgium are at odds over the DRC: what’s led to the latest low point
The Conversation  |  Apr 02, 2025

Relations between the two countries have been deteriorating steadily in 2025. In February, Rwanda suspended a five-year (2024-2029) €95 million (US$10...

DRC and M23 rebels plan to hold first direct talks on April 9
Reuters  |  Apr 01, 2025

Qatar hosted a second round of talks between the two countries beginning on Friday and met separately with M23 representatives. Congolese officials an...

Pro-Palestinian Cornell student to leave US after officials asked for surrender
Reuters  |  Apr 01, 2025

President Donald Trump has pledged to deport foreign pro-Palestinian protesters and accused them of supporting Hamas, being antisemitic and posing for...

Kenyan and Ethiopian athletes banned for doping violations
Erick Kariuki  |  Apr 01, 2025

Misoi provided a urine sample during an out-of-competition test on November 22, 2024, in Kaptagat, where Furosemide was initially detected.

Nairobi symposium calls for peace ahead of 31st Rwandan Genocide commemoration
Amina Wako  |  Apr 01, 2025

Throughout the commemoration period, various activities are held to honour the victims, with the recurring message being a commitment to peace and tol...

Djibouti names new foreign minister as Mahamoud Ali Youssouf moves to AU
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 01, 2025

Before his appointment, Abdoulkader served as Djibouti’s Ambassador to Kuwait.

Muturi hands over Public Service docket amid transition
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Apr 01, 2025

Mudavadi assured that the transition would be smooth, reinforcing the government’s commitment to efficient governance and accountability.

UN plane makes emergency landing in Mogadishu after technical hitch
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 01, 2025

The De Havilland Dash 8 (DH8D) aircraft operated by the UNSOS was departing from Somalia to a yet-to-be-disclosed location when the incident happened.

Sudan dismisses Ruto’s claims of resumption of tea exports, insists ban still in effect
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 01, 2025

Despite maintaining its stance on the trade ban, the Sudanese Embassy affirmed its commitment to regional cooperation and dialogue guided by the princ...

Impressive April Fools' Day pranks that some Kenyans fell for
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 01, 2025

The Eastleigh Voice with its article titled "Nairobi Expressway to introduce dedicated boda boda lanes – Transport CS Davis Chirchir" implied that the...

UDA MP struggles to justify need for Ruto’s Mt Kenya visit for development to happen
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 01, 2025

As Ruto embarks on his tour, all eyes will be on how the region receives him and whether his visit will mend the growing political cracks within his s...

Students break for three-week April holiday amid ongoing challenges in education sector
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 01, 2025

The second term is expected to begin on April 28 and will last for 14 weeks.

He's a pathological liar- Gachagua hits back at Ruto over Sh10bn blackmail claim
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 31, 2025

The two have been at odds since Gachagua’s removal from office, with their exchanges growing increasingly hostile.

Govt weighs Sh5bn vs Sh50bn plans for deadly Nithi Bridge, Ruto says
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 31, 2025

The bridge, which has long been a deadly blackspot on the Embu-Meru road, has claimed numerous lives due to its dangerous design and steep terrain.

Ruto: Muturi dismissed himself by skipping Cabinet meetings
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 31, 2025

Despite the concerns, the president said he persuaded him to take up the position. However, he later realised that the role was taking a toll on him.

I built the road to his doorstep - Ruto slams Gachagua over Mt. Kenya neglect claims
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 31, 2025

The President further dismissed concerns over political tensions in the region, maintaining that his relationship with Mt. Kenya voters remains intact...

Sh10 billion deal: How I was blackmailed by Gachagua- Ruto
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 31, 2025

Ruto further recalled an instance where Gachagua allegedly offered him a deal, claiming that he could make him a one-term president unless he received...

Uganda signs deal with UAE investment firm over oil refinery
Reuters  |  Mar 31, 2025

Besides the refinery deal, Uganda and UAE investors also signed five other agreements in various sectors.

Ruto: Why I have not visited Mt Kenya for six months
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 31, 2025

The head of state is set to embark on a five-day tour of Mt Kenya starting Tuesday, April 1, during which he will visit nine counties. This will be hi...

Raila misrepresented diplomatic mission during South Sudan visit - Kiir's office
Mwangi Maina  |  Mar 31, 2025

As questions swirl over the clarity and coordination of Odinga's special envoy role, one thing remains clear—Juba is not amused.

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