BRD launches “Shabuka” loan program to boost women entrepreneurs with minimal collateral
The Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) has unveiled a new loan product exclusively for women, offering financing from RWF 100 million to RWF 2 billion at an interest rate of 12%, repayable over up to 10 years. The initiative, launched on October 28, 2025, aims to expand women’s participation in business by reducing traditional barriers […]
Pacific firestorm: Trump orders deadly strikes on alleged Cartel boats
In a dramatic escalation of President Donald Trump’s maritime anti-cartel campaign, U.S. forces struck four boats in the Eastern Pacific, killing 14 people in a single day. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed the operation, calling the vessels “known narco-trafficking boats” based on U.S. intelligence. Footage released by Hegseth showed fiery explosions at sea, and one […]
Why Barack Obama got off the bench for California’s redistricting fight
After years of calm post-presidential living, private island getaways, memoir writing, and quiet evenings with family, Barack Obama has stepped back into the political spotlight. The former U.S. president, who once seemed content to remain a background statesman, has re-emerged to fight in one of America’s most controversial state battles: California’s redistricting war. His sudden […]
Cameroon opposition leader to face legal action over election unrest, government says
Cameroon’s Interior Minister Paul Atanga Nji says opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary will face legal action over allegations he incited “violent post-election demonstrations”. At least four protesters have been killed during clashes between security forces and opposition supporters since Cameroon’s election on 12 October, with 92-year-old President Paul Biya winning an eighth consecutive term. Tchiroma […]
Amazon confirms 14,000 job losses in corporate division
Amazon has confirmed plans to cut approximately 14,000 roles in its global corporate division as part of a broader effort to reorganize more efficiently and invest in artificial intelligence (AI). The tech giant said the move will allow the company to focus resources on “our biggest bets and what matters most to our customers’ current […]
ChatGPT shares data on how many users exhibit psychosis or suicidal thoughts.
OpenAI has released new estimates of the number of ChatGPT users who exhibit possible signs of mental health emergencies, including mania, psychosis, or suicidal thoughts.The company stated that approximately 0.07% of ChatGPT users active in a given week exhibited such signs, noting that its artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot recognizes and responds to these sensitive conversations. […]
China introduces classroom “Siesta Chairs” so students can nap properly
China has officially announced that beginning February 2026, all primary and secondary schools must provide students with special convertible “siesta chairs” designed to support healthy midday naps, a long-standing cultural tradition across the country. The new national standard for classroom desk-chair sets was issued by the State Administration for Market Regulation and aims to prevent […]
Kagame urges global leaders to build strong nations from within
On Tuesday, October 28, 2025, President Paul Kagame attended the 9th Future Investment Initiative (FII9) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where he emphasized national accountability and self-reliance as foundations for global success, drawing on Rwanda’s post-Genocide transformation. He also participated in panel discussions and met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss bilateral cooperation. […]
Trump and Japan’s first female PM mark ‘New Golden Age’ with rare earth deal
President Donald Trump wrapped up the Japan leg of his Asia tour with a grand ceremony, praise, and new trade promises. He met Japan’s newly elected Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi — the country’s first female leader — and the two pledged a ‘new golden age’ in US–Japan relations. During their meeting at Tokyo’s ornate Akasaka […]
Trump Delights U.S. Troops in Japan with Surprise “YMCA” Dance
U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Japan on Monday as part of his Asian tour, where he met Japanese leaders and American troops stationed at Yokosuka Naval Base. After delivering a strong speech aboard the USS George Washington aircraft carrier, Trump surprised the crowd by breaking into his signature “YMCA” dance, prompting cheers and applause […]
