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Security - 22 March 2026
Agathon Rwasa Questions Burundi’s Military Role in Eastern DRC
Bujumbura, 17 March 2026 - Burundian opposition figure Agathon Rwasa has criticized his country’s military involvement in the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, arguing that it does not serve the…
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
IGF Confirms “Win-Win” Partnership and Increased Infrastructure Funding
Kinshasa March 21, 2026 - Nearly two years after the renegotiation of the Sicomines mining and infrastructure project, the Inspector General of Finance, Jules Alingete, defended the fifth amendment as a successful step…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Mining Sites Attacked by Unidentified Armed Men
Mambasa March 12, 2026 - Several mining sites in the Mambasa territory of Ituri Province were targeted by unidentified armed men late Wednesday evening, March 12.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
AFC/M23 Rebels Reoccupy Malemo Village in Masisi
Masisi, North Kivu March 17, 2026 - The village of Malemo, located between Kalembe and Mpety in the Pinga area, has once again fallen under the control of AFC/M23 rebels, following the withdrawal of Wazalendo forces.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Dr. Iyamuremye Criticizes Support for Sanctions Against Rwanda
Kigali, 18 March 2026 - Former Senate President Augustin Iyamuremye has criticized Rwandans who express support for international sanctions against their own country, warning of the broader impact on ordinary citizens.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Rwanda Security Forces Launch Classroom Construction to Ease Overcrowding in Kamonyi
Kamonyi, Rwanda March 9, 2026 - Authorities in Kamonyi District have launched the construction of new classroom facilities aimed at easing chronic overcrowding in local schools, as part of a broader civil-military…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Jamaica Praises Rwandan Forces for Post-Cyclone Relief Efforts
Kingston, 17 March 2026 - The Jamaican Armed Forces have expressed gratitude to the Rwanda Defence Forces (RDF) for their contribution to recovery efforts following the devastation caused by Cyclone Melissa.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
FARDC and AFC/M23 Clash in Mikumbi, Mungazi-Kashebere Road Closed
Walikale March 11, 2026 - Heavy clashes erupted Wednesday morning, March 11, in Mikumbi, located in the Luberike area of Walikale Territory, between the Armed Forces of the DRC (FARDC), supported by Wazalendo militia…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Several Civilians Killed and Village Burned in Major ADF Attack in Babesua
Mambasa, Ituri March 17, 2026 - Islamist militants from the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) carried out a deadly attack on the evening of March 16 in Babesua, a village 12 kilometers from Badengaido, in Ituri province.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Fitch Affirms Rwanda’s Economic Outlook Despite Regional Tensions
Kigali, 14 March 2026 - Fitch Ratings, the American-British credit rating agency, has reaffirmed confidence in Rwanda’s economy, maintaining its ‘B+ rating with a stable outlook’ and projecting continued growth despite…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Rwandan Minister Warns of Persistent Genocide Ideology
Kigali, Rwanda March 9, 2026 - Rwanda’s Minister of Youth and Arts Development, Jean Nepo Abdallah Utumatwishima, has warned that the ideology behind the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi remains present, cautioning…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Rwandan Security Forces Support Education in Mozambique
Cabo Delgado, Mozambique, 16 March 2026 - Rwandan Security Forces deployed in Cabo Delgado Province have donated school supplies to students at Buji Primary School, in collaboration with local authorities, as part of…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read