Reporting from the Hobe News archive
KIBOGA, Uganda — Two senior officers of the Uganda Prisons Service and a civilian were shot dead on February 23, 2026, at Kiboga Prison after a prison officer allegedly opened fire during a confrontation, authorities…
Leaders of the East African Community unveiled a five-point plan to tackle persistent trade barriers and boost cross-border commerce at a high-level dialogue in Kigali, Rwanda. The initiative aims to strengthen…
What began as intimate, private moments has transformed into a cross continental nightmare for dozens of women in Ghana and Kenya. A man believed to be a Russian national is currently the subject of an intense…
Flights in and out of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi on Monday 16 February 2026, one of Africa’s busiest transport hubs, have been delayed following a planned strike by aviation industry workers.…
The Liège Court of Appeal has sentenced Julienne Mpemba, a 48-year-old Belgian woman of Congolese origin, to 14 years in prison and fined her €8,000 for kidnapping, human trafficking, fraud, forgery and hostage-taking.…
African leaders are arriving in Addis Ababa for the 39th summit of the African Union starting this Saturday 14 th to 15 th February, a high level meeting expected to define Africa’s political, economic and development…
Dr. Cheikh Sarr has been reappointed head coach of the Senegal women’s national basketball team, returning to a familiar role as the Lionnes prepare for a demanding year of international competition. The Senegalese…
Kigali – 10 th Feb 2026 , Representing His Excellency President Paul Kagame, Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva virtually attended the 43rd session of the AUDA-NEPAD Heads of State and Government Orientation Committee…
In the run‑up to Valentine’s Day and other big celebrations, a glamorous trend took hold across East Africa money bouquets: dazzling arrangements of banknotes folded, pinned, and taped into flower‑like sprays, given as…
South Africa’s decision to withdraw its troops from the United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo is being widely viewed as more than a routine military redeployment, it reflects a broader…
The Canada-based worship singer is using her voice not only to inspire faith, but also to uplift vulnerable communities back home. Espérance Ndoricimpa, a Burundian gospel singer and Christian worship leader, is…
Rwandan music super star Bruce Melodie has wrapped up a successful trip to Tanzania, combining music promotion with cultural engagement and diplomatic interaction. While in the country to market his latest hit “Pom…
Kigali-Rwanda, Rwanda’s Minister of foreign affairs and international cooperation Amb. Olivier Jean Patrick Nduhungirehe, this Saturday joined residents of Bibungo Village, Nzove Cell, Kanyinya Sector in Nyarugenge…
Kayonza District, Prime Minister of Rwanda Justin Nsengiyumva this saturday joined residents of Gahini Sector in Kayonza District for the monthly Umuganda, taking part in community works aimed at improving rural…
self-proclaimed pastor Paul Mackenzie at Malindi courthouse in Kenya Today on 27 January, Kenyan authorities have filed new charges against controversial preacher Paul Mackenzie, accusing him of involvement in the…
Ugandan police have denied allegations that opposition leader and presidential candidate Bobi Wine was abducted by security forces as vote counting continues following Thursday’s highly contested general election, held…
Veteran Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has taken a commanding lead in early results from the country’s presidential election, according to figures released by the electoral commission on Friday, as the opposition…
Polls have opened across Uganda in a highly tense election, according to information from the BBC, though voting has been disrupted by widespread logistical delays in many parts of the country. Several polling stations…
The United States government has announced an indefinite suspension of immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, including Nigeria, Ghana and Russia, effective January 21, 2026. The move was confirmed by…
Congolese refugees living in camps in Burundi are facing a serious health crisis, with at least 105 deaths reported over the past two weeks. The information was released by the Citizens’ Organization for Peace and…
The government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) says it has arrested more than 8,000 people involved in criminal activities and banditry since December 2025. The arrests were made during security…
President Faustin-Archange Touadéra has been re-elected as President of the Central African Republic after securing 76.15% of the vote, extending his leadership into a third term. Provisional results from the…
Burundi’s President Évariste Ndayishimiye has publicly contradicted his Minister of Foreign Affairs after the two issued opposing statements on Qatar’s role in peace talks aimed at stabilizing the Great Lakes region.…
Travellers across Kisumu County faced prolonged delays on Sunday as thousands of passengers streamed back to major towns ahead of the reopening of schools, triggering congestion at key bus parks and a sharp spike in…