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 Moise M. Bahati
Moise M. Bahati
A Sukhoi-25 fighter jet from DR Congo violated Rwanda’s airspace on Tuesday, January 24, prompting Rwanda to take defensive measures. It was the third such incident involving a Congolese Sukhoi-25 fighter jet in three months. File
Security
DR Congo’s warplane incursion an act of war – analysts
Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Dr Vincent Biruta addresses the Plenary Sitting of the Chamber of Deputies on regional diplomatic situations on Thursday, January 26. Courtesy
Security
DR Congo ignored Luanda agreement – Minister Biruta
A Sukhoi-25 fighter jet from DR Congo violated Rwanda’s airspace on Tuesday, January 24, prompting Rwanda to take defensive measures. This is the third time in three months that Rwanda's airspace has been violated by DR Congo.
Security
Timeline: DR Congo’s violations of Rwandan airspace
Former President of the Republic of Kenya. Uhuru Kenyatta who is the facilitator of the East Africa Community  led Democratic Republic of Congo peace process condemned the deterioration of security situation in DR Congo.
Security
DR Congo: Kenyatta 'deeply concerned' about worsening situation
Representatives of the Congolese refugee community in Rwanda carried placards displaying the messages contained in the petition. Courtesy
Africa
Congolese refugees petition embassies over DR Congo insecurity
Leaders during the mini-summit in Luanda . Analysts say that the Congolese leadership continues to disrupt efforts put in place by regional leaders to restore peace and stability in eastern DR Congo. Courtesy
Africa
DR Congo govt frustrates regional peace efforts – analysts
An enumerator interacts with a resident during the national census in Remera  sector on Aug 16. Craish Bahizi
Rwanda
Census results to be released in February
Prince Shema, a 20-year-old man who was arrested on Monday, January 16, over allegations of fraud. File
Law
Case of 20-year-old accused of Rwf70m fraud goes to prosecution
The National Heroes Mausoleum in Remera in Gasabo District. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
Rwanda
Who is eligible for Rwanda’s Hero’s medals
The Government Spokesperson, Yolande Makolo during a past news briefing. Rwanda has expressed its concern over the DR Congo “apparent abandonment” of the Luanda and Nairobi peace process. File
Security
Kigali regrets Kinshasa’s abandonment of Luanda, Nairobi peace processes
The members of parliament have surmoned Minister of Trade to further explain  about the quality of meat Rwandans consume. Courtesy
Business
MPs summon trade, local govt ministers over substandard abattoirs
Congolese refugees in Kenya during a demonstration on Tuesday, January 17. They have petitioned the United Nations Security Council and multiple countries over human rights violations targeted at Tutsi communities in eastern DR Congo. Courtesy
Security
Congolese refugees petition UN, world leaders over DR Congo abuses
A deserted view of Gisimenti weekend car-free zone at 7pm on a Friday evening. Photo by Willy Mucyo
Business
What will it take to revive Gisimenti car-free zone?
A view of  Nkamira Transit Centre that was opened in Kanzenze Sector, Rubavu District on Monday, January 16.  According to the Ministry of Emergency Management the centre is currently accommodating 670 Congolese refugees. Statistics show that more than 2,900 Congolese nationals had crossed into Rwanda since November 2022,  fleeing  insecurity, persecution, and violence. in Eastern DR Congo. Courtesy
Security
Rwanda sets up emergency camp as more Congolese refugees arrive
A group of DR Congo citizens arrive in Bugeshi Sector in Rubavu District on November 13, 2022. According to statistics, over 2,900 Congolese fleeing the fighting in eastern DR Congo have crossed into Rwanda since November 2022. Courtesy
Security
Over 2,900 Congolese have fled to Rwanda since November
Peter Mathuki, the Secretary General of the East African Community  has condemned a bomb attack on a church in eastern DR Congo on Sunday, January 16. File
International
EAC condemns terrorist attack on DR Congo church
The family of Late Ken Mugabo during a requiem mass to bid farewell to him at ADEPR Remera. All Photos by Craish Bahizi
Rwanda
PHOTOS: 12-year-old victim of Kicukiro bus accident laid to rest
Regional leaders during DR Congo 's peace talks in Nairobi on November 28, 2022. The fourth round of the dialogue between the DR Congo government and armed groups is set to begin in mid-February. File
Africa
Inter-Congolese peace talks to resume in February in eastern DR Congo

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