‘DRC Cannot Just Tell Us to Keep Quiet’-President Paul Kagame to EAC-SADC

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania — On February 8, 2025, leaders from the East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) convened a joint summit in Dar es Salaam to address the escalating conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The summit concluded with a unified call for an immediate ceasefire and […]
Hundreds of Romanian Mercenaries Depart Rwanda After Capture in Eastern DRC Conflict

A group of 290 Romanian mercenaries, who reportedly fought alongside the Congolese army (FARDC) in the conflict-ridden city of Goma, have been repatriated to Romania after being captured by M23 rebels. The fighters departed Rwanda on Saturday 1st Feb. flying from Kigali International Airport to Bucharest. Their presence in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) […]
‘We Will Go to Kinshasa’; Nangaa Declares AFC’s Plans for DRC

Corneille Nangaa, leader of the Alliance Fleuve Congo (AFC) and ally of the March 23 Movement (M23), has made it clear that his movement has no plans to retreat. In an exclusive interview with The New Times Rwanda, Nangaa outlined his vision for the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) following M23’s capture of Goma. He […]
European Mercenaries hired by DRC granted safe passage in Rwanda following M23 capture and Release.

The Rwandan Ministry of Defense announced that it has received and escorted over 280 European mercenaries, primarily from Romania, back to their home countries. The fighters, affiliated with the Romanian-based private military company RALF, were granted safe passage through Rwanda and repatriated on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. They had been supporting the Democratic Republic of […]
M23 Rebels Claim Goma International Airport.

Today, the 28th January 2024, M23’s military spokesperson, Lt. Col. Willy Ngoma, has announced that the rebel group has taken full control of Goma International Airport. The airport’s capture comes less than 48 hours after M23 seized the key parts of city Goma. Confirming the development through his X account, Lt. Col. Ngoma stated, “The […]
Trump’s White House Return: What It Means for Africa’s Future

Washington, D.C. – On January 20, 2025, Donald J. Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, making a comeback to the White House after his first term ended in 2021. The ceremony, held indoors due to cold weather, was attended by key U.S. leaders and international guests. In his inaugural […]
Donald Trump Sworn in as the 47th President of USA

On January 20, 2025, Donald Trump officially assumed office as the 47th President of the United States of America during an inauguration ceremony held in Washington, D.C. This marks Trump’s second, non-consecutive term, following his victory in the 2024 presidential election over Kamala Harris, the Democratic candidate. The swearing-in ceremony, which was moved indoors to […]
President Kagame and First Lady Host Diplomatic Luncheon in Kigali

President Paul Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame hosted the Annual Diplomats’ Luncheon today, January 16, 2024, at the Kigali Convention Centre. The event brought together envoys accredited to Rwanda, highlighting the country’s dedication to fostering strong diplomatic relations and international cooperation. In his remarks, President Kagame welcomed newly appointed ambassadors and acknowledged the establishment […]
“Ese u Rwanda rubaye rutari aho ruri cyangwa ruri ahandi ku Isi, ni byo byakemura ibibazo biri muri DRC?” Paul Kagame

Kuri uyu wa Kane tariki ya 09 Mutarama 2025, Perezida wa Repubulika y’u Rwanda Paul Kagame, yagiranye ikiganiro n’itangazamakuru, ikiganiro cyabereye muri Convention Center.Yagarutse ku kibazo cyabaye agatereranzamba mu Burasirazuba bwa Repubulika Iharanira Demokarasi ya Congo (DRC) no ku ruhare rw’u Rwanda muri iki kibazo, kenshi rugenda rugarukwaho mu magambo. Perezida Kagame yagaragaje ko ikibazo […]
President Kagame Urges Dialogue in Eastern DRC and Reflects on African Leadership

On January 9, 2025, President Paul Kagame held a press conference in Kigali, addressing pressing regional and continental challenges with a firm focus on accountability and self-reliance. The President’s remarks underscored the urgency of finding homegrown solutions to Africa’s persistent issues, especially regarding the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the broader […]