Presidents Cyril Ramaphosa and Paul Kagame were in good spirits at a panel during the Africa CEO Forum, easing speculations of tense relations between the two.
The armed rebel group has boycotted peace talks due to sanctions by the European Union and says it will keep “[fighting] until our cause is heard.”
With Goma under rebel control, displaced families face severe humanitarian challenges amid limited aid access.
President Kagame's confrontational response to SAMIDRC casualties raises concerns about regional stability as M23 rebels maintain control of strategic Goma airport.
ESPN’s inquiry into the NBA's partnership with the longtime leader, who's been described by the Human Rights Foundation as a "dictator" and "warmonger," has been met with pushback from Rwandans claiming it's another Western smear campaign.
In preliminary results, the Rwandan electorate has overwhelmingly decided that their long-term President Paul Kagame is fit to lead them for another five years.
The upcoming Rwandan elections are characterized by widespread optimism for continued development and strong support for Paul Kagame, but there are concerns about security threats and the need for strong defense.
Although Paul Kagame is the frontrunner — by a very wide gap — in the presidential election, Frank Habineza and Philippe Mpayimana are determined to give the Rwandan people other options on the ballot.
Running against the same two candidates he beat in the previous election, President Paul Kagame is seeking to hold onto power for a fourth term, amidst criticisms of stifling opposition.
These presidents, who have ruled for periods ranging from two to five decades, have maintained their grip on power through the manipulation of institutions and constitutions.
Speaking virtually at the annual summit in New York City, the President of Rwanda highlighted the importance of unity and accountability in Africa.
For one week, flags will fly at half mast, sport events and movies not connected to the genocide will be prohibited from terrestrial TV, and music will not be played in public.
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