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Former DR Congo President Joseph Kabila (c) with other officials during the launch of a new politico-military movement called the Front for the Refoundation of the Nation (FRN), in Goma on Monday, October 12. Courtesy
Africa

DR Congo: Kabila leads new movement with ex-AFC/M23 leaders as deputies

Monday, October 12, 2026
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Rwanda

Bugesera correctional facility closed

Monday, October 12, 2026
The advanced sensors are installed across the volcanic region as part of the Volcanoes Community Resilience Project (VCRP). Photos by Gemain Nsanzimana
Environment

Rubavu: Enhanced early warning system deployed to mitigate flood risks

Monday, October 12, 2026
Rwandan musicians Ariel Wayz and Nel Ngabo have announced that their songs, “Waiting” and “Masterpiece,” respectively, are on the first-round ballot for the 2027 Grammy Awards.
Music

Ariel Wayz, Nel Ngabo make 2027 Grammy first-round ballot

Monday, October 12, 2026
A fire gutted GOICO Plaza, the main market in the city, causing extensive damage on Saturday, October 10. Photo by Germain Nsanzimana
Rwanda

Insurers pledge faster compensation after Musanze market fire

Monday, October 12, 2026
Maurice Mugabowagahunde, Governor of Northern Province, (R) and Mayor of Musanze District met with members of the private sector on Monday, October 12, following a fire that gutted GOICO Plaza on Saturday.
Rwanda

Musanze market fire: 635 alternative spaces secured for affected traders

Monday, October 12, 2026
President Paul Kagame sent a message of comfort to residents of Musanze District following a fire that broke out at GOICO Plaza on Saturday, October 10. Photo by Village Urugwiro
Rwanda

Kagame consoles Musanze residents after fire damages major market

Monday, October 12, 2026
The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) has announced that Rwanda will host the next edition of the FIBA AfroCan in July 2027. Courtesy
Basketball

Rwanda to host 2027 FIBA AfroCan

Monday, October 12, 2026
Members of Roadwork Run Club and other sports enthusiasts joined Jordanian adventurer Saddam Alaya at Amahoro Stadium on October 11. Photos by Craish Bahizi
Other Sports

Kigali runners join Jordanian adventurer’s peace walk

Monday, October 12, 2026
Houkes won his second M25 Kigali after defeating Javia in three sets on Sunday. COURTESY
Tennis

Houkes hails Javia’s grit after thrilling Rwanda Open finale

Monday, October 12, 2026
Marie-Clémentine Dusabejambo’s film Ben’Imana becomes the country’s official submission for Best International Feature Film at the 99th Oscars.

Ben’Imana’s Oscar bow: How did it get there?

Monday, October 12, 2026
Passengers board a public bus during the launch of dedicated bus lanes in Kigali on December 2, 2025. Courtesy photo.
Economy

Transport, construction boost jobs as govt targets decent work

Monday, October 12, 2026