President Paul Kagame has appointed Brig Gen Jean-Paul Nyirubutama as Deputy Senior Defence and Security Advisor in the Office of the President. At the same time, he appointed James Wizeye as Deputy Secretary General of the National Intelligence and Security Service. According to a communiqué from the Office of the Prime Minister issued on Thursday,…
Peace talks in Doha between representatives of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) government and the AFC/M23 coalition may resume later this weekend, according to diplomatic sources. The negotiations, mediated by the State of Qatar, had been suspended since early December 2025 following renewed fighting in South Kivu Province, which culminated in the capture of…
Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ambassador Olivier Nduhungirehe, has firmly reminded the European Union (EU) Parliament that it holds no authority over the Republic of Rwanda and therefore cannot issue directives to the country. The minister made the remarks on January 29, 2026, in response to recent actions and statements by members…
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has signaled a fresh approach to relations with China, saying he wants to build a “sophisticated relationship” with Beijing that supports economic growth and strengthens security cooperation. ALSO READ: Brutal Cold and Snowstorm Turn Deadly in NYC Historic Visit Marks Renewed Engagement Speaking during his official visit to China, Starmer…
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is travelling to Beijing, marking the first visit by a British leader to China since 2018. During his trip, he is expected to meet President Xi Jinping on Thursday. Accompanying him are around 60 leaders from the UK’s business and cultural sectors. These include representatives from HSBC, GSK, Jaguar Land…
Kenya and Rwanda have taken a new step to strengthen regional trade by formalising the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) liaison office in Kigali. For more than 12 years, the Kenya Ports Authority has served Rwanda through the Port of Mombasa, which remains the main gateway for Rwanda’s international trade. To bring port services closer to…
The Minneapolis ICE shootings have pushed former President Donald Trump’s aggressive immigration crackdown into the center of a fierce election-year political battle. The debate intensified after two U.S. citizens were killed during confrontations involving federal immigration agents. As a result, national scrutiny of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has sharply increased. The incidents have divided…
Rafah crossing reopening plans have been confirmed by Israel, which says the border point between Gaza and Egypt will open to pedestrian traffic only after a military operation to recover the last Israeli hostage body concludes. According to a statement released late Sunday by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office, the crossing will remain closed until…
An army widow trying to stay positive after Trump comments has spoken about the emotional impact of the remarks on bereaved military families, stressing the importance of remembrance, unity, and continued support. Army widow reacts with shock and reflection Earlier, Nikki Scott, founder of Scotty’s Little Soldiers, shared her response following comments by former US…
An army widow reacting to Trump comments has shared her pain and anger after remarks by former US President Donald Trump reignited debate over respect for fallen soldiers. For grieving families, such words reopen deep wounds left by war and loss. Army widow speaks out after Trump remarks “I think they should put Donald Trump…
