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Politics - 7 July 2026
Burundi Consultations: C64 Coalition Returns to Kinshasa to Present Outcome
Kinshasa, July 7, 2026 - The Article 64 Coalition for the Defense of Constitutional Order (C64) has announced a press conference in Kinshasa following consultations held in Bujumbura with Burundian President and African…
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read
Politics - 7 July 2026
Government Strengthens Coordination Between Regional Integration Ministry and P-DDRCS
Kinshasa, July 7, 2026 - The Democratic Republic of Congo has taken a new step toward improving coordination of peace and stabilization efforts with the signing of a cooperation agreement between the Ministry of…
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read
Politics - 7 July 2026
President Kagame Named Chair of UN Global Commission on Artificial Intelligence
KIGALI, Rwanda, July 7, 2026 - Rwandan President Paul Kagame has been appointed chair of the newly established United Nations AI for Good Global Commission, a high-level body tasked with promoting the responsible and…
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Politics - 6 July 2026
Nigeria Accuses South African Police Over Death of Citizen, Calls for Investigation
ABUJA, Nigeria, July 6, 2026 - Nigeria has accused South African police of responsibility for the death of one of its citizens and called for stronger action to protect foreign nationals amid rising tensions and…
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Politics - 6 July 2026
Rwanda Praises Pakistan's Role in US-Iran Peace Efforts at Liberation Day Event
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan, July 6, 2026 - Rwanda has commended Pakistan for its role in facilitating diplomatic efforts that contributed to a peace agreement between the United States and Iran, describing the initiative as an…
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Politics - 6 July 2026
Djibouti and France Expand Partnership on Vocational Training and Youth Employment
Djibouti City, July 6, 2026 - Djibouti and France have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in vocational training and youth employment following a working meeting between Minister of Labor in charge…
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Politics - 5 July 2026
Djibouti Youth Volunteers Complete 18-Month Campaign Against Gender-Based Violence
DJIBOUTI CITY, July 5, 2026 - The Taalo Saan Association has concluded an 18-month initiative aimed at empowering young people to fight gender-based violence and promote equality through community awareness and youth-led action.
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Politics - 5 July 2026
Djibouti Government Sets Results-Driven Agenda with Operational Reform Roadmaps
Djibouti City, July 5, 2026 - Djibouti's government has stepped up efforts to accelerate the implementation of its national development priorities, with Prime Minister Abdoulkader Kamil Mohamed calling for concrete…
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Politics - 5 July 2026
IGAD and South Sudan Reaffirm Commitment to Peace and Regional Cooperation
JUBA, July 5, 2026 - The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and the Government of South Sudan have renewed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in support of peace, stability, and sustainable…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Politics - 4 July 2026
Gen. Karusisi Urges Youth to Safeguard Rwanda’s Liberation Gains
Nyagatare, July 4, 2026 - The Commander of the Rwanda Defence Force’s 5th Division, Maj. Gen.
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Politics - 4 July 2026
Tito Rutaremara Recounts Origins of Rwanda's Gacaca Courts
KIGALI, Rwanda, July 4, 2026 - Tito Rutaremara, Director General of Rwanda's National Advisory Board of Experts, has described how the idea of using Gacaca courts emerged as a response to the overwhelming number of…
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Politics - 3 July 2026
Gen. Nkubito Rebukes Mugesera’s Past Remarks, Highlights Rwanda’s Progress
Ngororero, July 3, 2026 - Commander of the Rwanda Defence Force’s 3rd Division, Maj. Gen. Eugene Nkubito, has criticised past remarks made by Dr.
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read