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UN experts cast blame on Rwanda and Uganda, what are they doing inDRC?
Rwanda is in “command and control” of M23 rebels in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda has “unilaterally doubled its military presence” in the DRC, and armed groups – including those aligned to the Congolese government – are...
Major Rwandan coltan exporter bought smuggled Congolese minerals, UN report says
By Reade Levinson, David Lewis and Sonia Rolley , REUTERS -Rwandan company Boss Mining Solution bought minerals smuggled from rebel-held areas of neighboring Congo, helping fund an insurgency in that vast African country, according to a...
The World and Everything in It: July 24, 2025
Editor's note: The following text is a transcript of a podcast story. To listen to the story, click on the arrow beneath the headline above. MARY REICHARD, HOST: Good morning! State attorneys general urge the NCAA to restore fairness in women’s...

Nairobi to Host First Pan-African Architecture Biennale
In 2026, Nairobi will host the first-ever Pan-African Biennale of Architecture—a bold new platform for African architects to reclaim their narrative. Curated by Somali-Italian architect Omar Degan, the event will unite creatives from all 54...

Angélique Kidjo Becomes First Black African on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Angélique Kidjo has made history as the first Black African artist to be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, joining the class of 2026 alongside stars like Miley Cyrus, Demi Moore, and Shaquille O’Neal. The 64-year-old Beninese...

UK restores diplomatic ties with Syria as Lammy visits Damascus
Britain said it was re-establishing diplomatic relations with Syria on Saturday as Foreign Secretary David Lammy visited Damascus. “There is renewed hope for the Syrian people,” said Mr Lammy. “It is in our interests to support the new government...

New Global Book On Migration Launched At Cambridge By Dr Natalya Din Kariuki, Professor Shubha Mukherji And Rowan Williams
A powerful new book that offers a fresh perspective on migration, identity and creative expression was launched yesterday at the University of Cambridge. Titled Crossings: Migrant Knowledges Migrant Forms, the book is co-edited by Kenyan academic...

Rowlene Releases Powerful New EP Moments After: A Journey Through Healing, Growth, And Self-Reclamation
South African SAMA-nominated artist Rowlene has officially released her new EP, Moments After, now available across all major streaming platforms via ONErpm. The project marks a powerful return for the R&B and Afro-pop singer-songwriter, weaving...

Empowering Akwa Ibom’s Entrepreneurs for Global Markets at AYWES 2025
In the heart of Nigeria’s vibrant Akwa Ibom State, a transformative event is set to ignite the ambitions of women and youth entrepreneurs. The Akwa Ibom Youths and Women Entrepreneurs Summit (AYWES 2025), scheduled for July 15-16 at the Technology...

World Cup Power Rankings: USMNT outside top 20
With the Gold Cup done and dusted, the 2024-25 international cycle is done and dusted. A year from now we will be in the teeth of the 2026 World Cup knockout stages, so what better time to assess who figures to be in the mix in 365 days time? Ten...

A Public-Private Collaboration To Power Youth Skills In South Africa’s Industrial Province
By Kojo Richman South Africa’s energy and engineering sectors are getting a much-needed boost, thanks to a powerful collaboration between government and industry. The country celebrates Youth Month in June and it was the opportune time for the...

Fintech And FWA Boost Telecom Connectivity Services In Sub-Saharan Africa
5G subscriptions to top 2.9 billion globally by the end of 2025 and 5G networks forecast to handle 80 percent of global mobile traffic by the end of 2030. In Sub-Saharan Africa, 5G is expected to grow significantly to around 400 million...

IAB Education Council Front Row Commences 2025 Nominations For Top Young Talent
Front Row is a career-springboard programme for 15 young talents in SA’s digital marketing industry The programme offers selected participants sponsored access to major events, courses, mentorship, and networking opportunities Final-year students,...

Puku Ridge Celebrates Prestigious Accolades, Reinforcing Its Commitment To Exceptional Safari Experiences
Puku Ridge is delighted to announce two distinguished awards, further cementing its reputation for an unparalleled safari experiences in the heart of Zambia. For an unprecedented third consecutive year, Puku Ridge has been honoured with the...

Brightrock And Henley Business School Debut Advanced Change Science Institute
In a powerful and timely collaboration, BrightRock, the needs-matched life insurer, with academic partner Henley Business School Africa, officially launched the Change Science Institute on 18 June 2025 at Henley’s Johannesburg campus, ushering in...

Momentum Builds In The Fight To End Neglected Tropical Diseases As Kigali Declaration Marks Third Anniversary
Over 80 countries and organisations in Africa have declared their commitment to ending the suffering caused by neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), a group of diseases that affect more than one billion people globally, primarily in vulnerable...

Confusion mars Harambee Stars preparations
Harambee Stars defender Aboud Omar in a training. [FKF Media] Kenya’s Harambee Stars returned home by road yesterday after abruptly pulling out of the CECAFA Four-Nation tournament in Arusha, Tanzania — a move that has left many Kenyans...

Sudan: One Of The Best Ten Worldwide,Second In Africa
(MENAFN- Sudanow Magazine) By: Rogia al-Shafee Thanks to the huge efforts exerted by a talented and experienced Sudan news agency journalist, Sudan ranking has gone up to forefront within the media sports writing in the AIPS competition. It was a...

The Best Mormon Missionaries Sing: 5000th Episode of M&SW
(Many photos in this post are from my cousin, Myrene Nixon, the blonde woman in the center.) We know it as “The Mormon Tabernacle Choir,” and have listened to its Sunday broadcasts forever–or so it seems. The choir is now called “The Tabernacle...

Kagame’s Rwanda: The Discomforting Student No Class Can Ignore
52 What makes Kagame, and Rwanda itself, so discomforting. They are the student who aces the test, but whose performance makes everyone else in the classroom feel exposed — underprepared, slow, or uninterested. In the heart of Nairobi, a group of...