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Iran has strongly rejected plans by the United States to introduce new sanctions, as tensions between the two countries remain high and the economic pressure on Tehran continues to grow. Iranian officials say the…
Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney has described the latest US tariffs on Canadian goods as a “miscalculation,” accusing Washington of demanding too much while offering too little as trade negotiations between the two…
Simba SC have made a strong start to the 2026/27 NBC Premier League season, maintaining top spot in the standings after beating Singida Black Stars 2-1 on August 20, 2026. The victory moved Simba SC to nine points from…
Results from Rwanda’s 2025/26 national examinations show a significant improvement in overall performance, with Kayonza and Kirehe districts emerging among the strongest performers in both primary and lower secondary…
Rwanda’s Ministry of Education (MINEDUC) says investigations are ongoing into 243 students suspected of cheating in the 2025/2026 national examinations. The figure was disclosed on August 20, 2026, as the ministry…
APR BBC moved one step closer to retaining the Rwanda Basketball League title after defeating Patriots BBC 94–87 in Game 2 of the Cheetah Energy RBL Playoffs Finals at BK Arena on Thursday night. The victory gives APR…
A major fire broke out at commercial buildings known as Galerie Ndayizamba and Le Parisien in Bujumbura, Burundi, early Friday morning. Videos circulating on social media show flames starting in the lower section of…
Senegalese football star Sadio Mané is taking another step toward creating a lasting legacy beyond the football pitch, with plans for the Bambaly Agro-Industrial Park in Casamance, southern Senegal. The project is…
Environmental and community groups have taken legal action against the U.S. government in an effort to stop what could become the country’s first commercial deep-sea mining lease sale in its own waters. The lawsuit…
The legal situation surrounding Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) President Fabrice Shema Ngoga has taken a new turn after the Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) confirmed that his case file has been forwarded to the…
US President Donald Trump has paused the planned introduction of new 50% tariffs on a wide range of Canadian goods for three days, saying the United States and Canada are close to reaching a new trade agreement. Trump…
Rwanda’s Prime Minister, Dr Justin Nsengiyumva, has called on African countries to strengthen efforts to expand access to water, sanitation and hygiene services, warning that hundreds of millions of people across the…
The Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) has confirmed that Mukura Victory Sports & Loisirs will replace APR FC in the 2026 FERWAFA Super Cup after APR FC informed the federation that it would not participate in the…
Rwandan basketball star Girumugisha Jean Claude has bid farewell to Al Hilal SC after three years with the club, bringing an end to an impressive chapter of his career. Girumugisha leaves the club after a remarkable…
Rwanda has launched a nationwide stakeholder dialogue aimed at strengthening the implementation of Dual Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and improving the quality of skills development across the…
President Hakainde Hichilema has secured a second term in office after winning Zambia’s presidential election with about 60% of the vote, according to the Electoral Commission of Zambia. Hichilema, who first came to…
Kevin Lamour’s departure from FIFA may look like another change among the organisation’s senior officials, but the timing has turned it into a much bigger story. Lamour, who served as FIFA’s Managing Director of Daily…
Tensions between Russia and the United Kingdom have intensified after Moscow warned that Britain would face consequences over its support for Ukraine, following confirmation that British-made drones were used in recent…
US President Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy, Jared Kushner, has arrived in Israel for talks with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, following rare discussions with Hamas over the implementation of a US-backed peace…
Australia’s Prime Minister has highlighted the important role young people play in shaping the country’s future, describing meetings with young Australians as an inspiring reminder of the value of listening to voices…
Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates has highlighted Africa’s young population, stronger health systems, artificial intelligence and locally developed innovation as some of the continent’s biggest…
Barcelona have reached an agreement with Manchester City to sign Spain captain Rodri in a deal worth around £65 million, according to the BBC. The 30-year-old midfielder is expected to sign a four-year contract with…
August 16, 2026. Members of FPR-Inkotanyi in Rusizi District have been urged to take a more active role in identifying problems affecting residents and working with relevant structures to find solutions. The message…
August 16, 2026. Rwanda’s Prime Minister, Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva, has called on churches and other religious organisations to work more closely with the government to tackle the growing problem of illegal and…