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If you are looking for something to sink into that is as compelling as any novel, 2026 has already delivered a strong run of nonfiction. COURTESY
Weekender

Five nonfiction books to add to your reading list

Friday, June 19, 2026
Organisations of survivors of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi have urged Australia’s Griffith University to disassociate itself from Judi Rever, a Canadian author and journalist known for promoting denialist ideas.
Kwibuka

Genocide survivors urge Australia's Griffith University to disassociate with Judi Rever

Friday, June 19, 2026
Girls receive sanitary pads donated by Jeannette Kawera and Brian Natete as part of their initiative to support girls from underprivileged families in accessing menstrual hygiene products in Gisagara District. Courtes

A dignified period should be part of every girl’s school day

Friday, June 19, 2026
Bertrand Bisimwa, the AFC-M23 rebellion’s deputy coordinator.
Africa

DR Congo crisis: Bisimwa criticises mediators for ‘babysitting’ Kinshasa

Friday, June 19, 2026
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
Amb Fred Gateretse Ngoga

I expect insults

Thursday, June 18, 2026
Providence Umurungi, Chairperson of the National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR),presenting the 2024-2025 annual activity report as Deputy Speaker Sheikh Mussa Fazil Harerimana looks on. File
Law

New human rights law broadens NCHR role, strengthens staff protection

Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Mourners attend a night vigil at Kinazi Genocide Memorial in Ruhango District during the commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. Located in the former Amayaga region, according to Genocide survivors, Kinazi was among the areas where many Tutsi were killed by some Burundian Hutu refugees during the Genocide. Phot by Sam Ngendahimana

1994 Genocide against the Tutsi found favourable ground in the Burundian crisis

Monday, June 15, 2026
Elvis Benimana, the Tubiteho Project Lead at HDI, said the approach complements prevention and rehabilitation efforts.
Featured

Experts on why ending stigma is key to tackling drug addiction

Monday, June 15, 2026
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Politics

EAC resumes Rwanda consultations on Political Confederation Constitution

Saturday, June 13, 2026
Government Spokesperson Yolande Makolo addresses journalists in Kigali. File
Africa

Rwanda rejects HRW allegations in ‘selective’ DR Congo report

Friday, June 12, 2026
A view of Rubaya mines in eastern DR Congo. Courtesy

Global Witness in service of a new scramble for Congolese minerals

Thursday, June 11, 2026