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Somali referee Omar Artan was denied entry to the US to officiate at the World Cup. Artan was interrogated for 11 hours by US immigration authorities at Miami International Airport on Monday, June 8, 2026, before being told he would not be allowed into the country after his diplomatic passport and single-entry US visa were rejected. Internet

The stadium is open. The door is not

Thursday, June 18, 2026
The writer (centre) and other students during their visit to Kigali Genocide Memorial.

Lessons from Kigali Genocide Memorial through the lens of an Afghani student

Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Gacaca courts (2002–2012) processed approximately 1.9 million cases through more than 12,000 community courts, delivering restorative justice and reconciliation at scale. FILE

Rwanda’s consensus governance model and lessons for post-conflict Africa

Thursday, June 04, 2026
Nyamata Genocide Memorial, the former catholic church in Bugesera District. Photo by Craish Bahizi

Keep God out of the genocidaires’ mess

Thursday, May 28, 2026
Two Muslims take a selfie during Eid al-Adha celebrations at Kigali Pele Stadium on Wednesday, May 27. The faithful were marking Eid al-Adha, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice, one of Islam’s holiest and most significant festivals. All photos by Craish Bahizi.

PICTORIAL: Colour, faith and joy as Muslims celebrate Eid al-Adha

Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Muslims during a morning prayer to observe Eid al-Adha at Kigali Pele Stadium on Wednesday, May 27. All photos by Craish BAHIZI
Religion

Eid al-Adha: Mufti Sindayigaya calls for faith, sacrifice

Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Officials and staff of Rwanda Demobilisation and Reintegration Commission (RDRC) and former rebels during a guided tour of the memorial. Courtesy
Rwanda

Former FDLR fighters reflect on lessons learnt at Kigali Genocide Memorial

Wednesday, May 13, 2026
African Leaders during 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union Concludes in Addis Ababa. Courtesy

Reprogramming Africa’s mind: Why the continent’s future depends on African solidarity

Monday, May 11, 2026
Congolese researcher Alex Mvuka Speaking during the episode of The Context podcast by The New Times in Kigali.
Africa

Researcher on how anti-Tutsi rhetoric is politicised in DR Congo

Sunday, May 10, 2026
The Governor of North Kivu in eastern DR Congo, Bahati Erasto Musanga, has announced a ban on divisionism and hate speech in areas under the control of the AFC/M23 movement.
Africa

North Kivu governor outlaws tribalism, hate speech

Tuesday, May 05, 2026
Congolese researcher Alex Mvuka speaks during The New Times's inaugural episode of 'The Context'. Courtesy
Africa

Researcher warns genocide ideology in DR Congo 'at its peak'

Monday, May 04, 2026
Tea pickers work in Nyabihu based tea plantation. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
People

Do workers in Rwanda know their rights?

Friday, May 01, 2026