Chemicals in braids spark concern among MKU students
Braids are a popular and practical hairstyle for many women on campus. Affordable, stylish, and easy to maintain during long academic days. However, a recent study of synthetic braids by Consumer Reports (CR), a US-based non-profit, has called into question the safety of braiding. The study detected toxic chemicals linked to cancer, reproductive harm, and brain damage. […]
Bisesero: A legacy of resistance, betrayal, and a call for ‘never again’
On June 27, 1994, the hills of Bisesero bore witness to one of the most harrowing chapters of the Genocide against the Tutsi. After months of valiant and desperate resistance, thousands of Tutsi faced a brutal massacre, many in the aftermath of the controversial withdrawal of French troops who had initially been perceived as offering […]
General Muhoozi sends warm message to Rwandans ahead of Kwibohora31 celebrations
General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces and son of Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, has extended a heartfelt message of peace and unity to the people of Rwanda as they approach the Kwibohora31 Liberation Day celebrations. Using his official X (formerly Twitter) account, General Muhoozi welcomed Rwandans […]
Deadly protests rock Kenya amid rising anti-government sentiment
At least sixteen people have been killed and dozens injured in Kenya after widespread protests erupted across the country on Tuesday, June 25, marking one year since the 2024 anti-tax demonstrations. The unrest, which has gripped Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and several other towns, is fueled by growing frustration with government policies, police actions, and economic […]
Rwanda, DR Congo ink landmark peace agreement in U.S.-brokered talks
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda have signed a landmark peace agreement in the United States, aiming to halt a long-running conflict in eastern DRC and usher in a new era of regional cooperation. The deal, mediated by the United States and Qatar, marks a significant turning point after decades of intermittent hostilities […]
Rwanda and Azerbaijan deepen cooperation in public services
Rwanda and Azerbaijan have signed new cooperation agreements aimed at enhancing public service delivery, drawing inspiration from Azerbaijan’s innovative “ASAN” model. The agreements were formalized during a recent visit by a high-level Azerbaijani delegation to Kigali. On Thursday, Jean Guy. K Afrika, CEO of the Rwanda Development Board (RDB), along with other Rwandan leaders, represented […]
Rwanda and Azerbaijan deepen cooperation in public services
Rwanda and Azerbaijan have signed new cooperation agreements aimed at enhancing public service delivery, drawing inspiration from Azerbaijan’s innovative “ASAN” model. The agreements were formalized during a recent visit by a high-level Azerbaijani delegation to Kigali. On Thursday, Jean Guy. K Afrika, CEO of the Rwanda Development Board (RDB), along with other Rwandan leaders, represented […]
Meet Lauren Sanchez: Journalist, pilot, CEO and Jeff Bezos’s bride
Billionaire entrepreneur Jeff Bezos and acclaimed journalist Lauren Sanchez are currently celebrating their marriage with a multi-day event in Venice, Italy, an affair that has drawn considerable attention. While the couple reportedly tied the knot discreetly weeks ago under American law, these lavish celebrations in Venice mark their public union, as widely reported by various […]
Diamond Platnumz, Africa’s YouTube trailblazer hits 10 million subscribers
Diamond Platnumz, whose real name is Naseeb Abdul Juma Issack, has cemented his status as one of Africa’s most prominent music stars. He has recently achieved a significant milestone, becoming the first artist in Sub-Saharan Africa to surpass 10 million subscribers on YouTube, a clear indicator of his growing global presence. Born on October 2, […]
Iran’s parliament votes to suspend nuclear cooperation with UN
In a significant move on Wednesday, June 25, Iran’s parliament passed a bill that aims to limit the country’s cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). This decision comes as Iran maintains its right to a civilian nuclear program, following recent attacks by Israel and the United States that have caused damage to its […]
