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A closer look at local government structure ahead of 2026 elections

Sunday, July 19, 2026
President Paul Kagame addresses the RPF-Inkotanyi Bureau Politique meeting in Kigali, on Friday, July 17, 2026. Kagame said Rwanda will continue speaking out about its regional security threats, particularly the presence of the FDLR genocidal militia. PHOTO: VILLAGE URUGWIRO
Security

Kagame vows to keep speaking out on FDLR threat: ‘I will only shut up when I’m dead’

Saturday, July 18, 2026
The Chairperson of the National Electoral Commission, Oda Gasinzigwa, speaks to journalists during the conference. File
Politics

What to know as Rwanda prepares for local govt elections

Thursday, July 16, 2026
‘Col (Rtd)’ Augustin Nshimiyimana, who graduated from Mutobo Demobilisation Centre in 2022, speaks during at Unity Club meeting on the history of the Genocide against the Tutsi and the struggle to stop it.
Africa

Former FDLR ‘Colonel’ on how militia funds its operations

Sunday, June 28, 2026
Zimbabwe’s National Assembly on Thursday, June 18, voted to pass a constitutional amendment bill, which seeks to extend President Emmerson Mnangawa’s term of office.
International

Zimbabwe parliament passes bill extending presidential terms

Friday, June 19, 2026
The show will now have 100 categories, up from 78 after the 2012 consolidation; the changes take effect for the 69th annual ceremony, set for Feb. 7, 2027.

Explainer: The biggest changes coming to the 2027 Grammy Awards

Wednesday, June 17, 2026
According to NEC Chairperson Oda Gasinzigwa, the amendments were informed by lessons from the 2024 general elections and recommendations from a comprehensive review of the country's electoral system.
Politics

NEC explains key reforms in new electoral law

Monday, June 08, 2026
The New Times
Politics

Ethiopia heads to the polls as PM Abiy's party seeks new term

Monday, June 01, 2026
About 54 million Ethiopians are expected to cast their ballots in the general elections on Monday, June 1. Photo courtesy of Ethiopia News Agency

Ethiopia heads to the polls as PM Abiy's party seeks new term

Monday, June 01, 2026
The New Times
Politics

The history and realisation of universal adult suffrage in Zimbabwe

Monday, May 18, 2026
A cattle herder climbs a hill in Nturo village, in Masisi Territory, North Kivu, eastern DR Congo. Photo by Teddy Mazina

In conversation: Moïse Nyarugabo on genocide ideology in DR Congo and its regional implications

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Under the draft Organic Law, district councillors would be elected through indirect elections, moving away from the current arrangement that allows direct voting. Craish Bahizi
Politics

What to know ahead of district mayoral elections

Friday, March 27, 2026