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The sanctions being imposed by Western countries on the AFCM23 rebellion and Rwanda could derail the ongoing regional mediation processes.
Africa

DR Congo: Rwanda civil society warns Western sanctions will ‘exacerbate conflict’

Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Catheline Bwinturo, 98, a basket weaver in Mpanda village, Byimana sector, Ruhango district. She is a living archive of Rwanda’s cultural heritage. Photos: Courtesy
Women

How a 98-year-old weaver inspired a women's coop, preserved Rwandan culture

Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Inside what used to serve as FDLR's 'Major' Benjamin Nimubutumwa's command post at Kanyamahoro, there is a bench, a table, two anti-tank weapon boxes, and pieces of communication gadgets.

Why sanctions are counterproductive

Monday, March 10, 2025
For many year USAID has played a critical role in Africa, particularly in public health, education, and economic development.

America’s retreat from Africa: Will the ‘Stars and Stripes Initiative’ replace aid?

Wednesday, February 12, 2025
The U.S. relies on foreign investors to finance its $34 trillion debt.

The strong dollar dilemma: A silent crisis

Sunday, February 09, 2025
Françoise Mukandutiye, a 33-year-old resident of Kimonyi Sector in Musanze District, has spent nearly two decades battling podoconiosis. Courtesy
Health

Podoconiosis: A neglected disease affecting 6,000 Rwandans with less awareness

Thursday, January 30, 2025
Ethiopian officials welcome home 33,000 citizens repatriated from dire conditions abroad, the Foreign Ministry announced Thursday. Courtesy Photo
Africa

Ethiopia repatriates 33,000 nationals over 6 months: spokesperson

Friday, January 17, 2025
Participants during the 14th day of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign on Sunday, December 8. Courtesy

Beyond 16 Days of Activism: Sustaining the fight against gender-based violence in Rwanda

Friday, December 20, 2024
A scene of an accident occurred in Giheka sector, Rusizi District in December 2022. Courtesy

A call for ethical practice to save our nascent insurance sector

Thursday, November 28, 2024
Young Rwandans during an RPF presidential campaign. The youth make the biggest voting block. Courtesy

Presidential election : Young people will vote for unity and peace

Friday, July 12, 2024
The New Times

Illusions of the Promised Land

Wednesday, May 08, 2024
A joyful Regina Mukakalisa and her husband Theophile Independence are living a happy and healthy marriage after enduring years of abuse, tolerating alcoholism, and allowing their children
Women

Breaking the cycle: A family’s triumph over hardship and GBV

Friday, December 08, 2023