US imposes new sanctions on Russia’s top oil firms as Trump shelves Putin meeting
The United States has announced new sanctions targeting Russia’s two largest oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil, in an effort to pressure Moscow into negotiating a peace deal in Ukraine.The move marks a significant shift in President Donald Trump’s foreign policy, following his decision to indefinitely postpone a planned meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in […]
Minister Muziramunda urges African land forces to strengthen cooperation
According to IGIHE, Rwanda’s Minister of Defence, Juvenal Marizamunda, has called on commanders of land forces from various countries to enhance collaboration, emphasizing that land forces are the first to respond during critical times. He made the remarks on October 22, 2025, while closing the Land Forces Commanders Symposium, a two-day international conference held in […]
Russian barrage kills six after Trump-Putin summit is scrapped
Massive attacks on the power grid and the school follow diplomatic collapse over Russia’s territorial demands. Russia launched a devastating wave of drone and missile strikes across Ukraine on Wednesday, killing at least six people, including two children, and triggering emergency power outages nationwide. The assault, which hit critical power plants and a kindergarten, came […]
New prime minister Dr. Nsengiyumva vows transparency and citizen-centered leadership
Rwanda’s newly appointed Prime Minister, Dr. Justin Nsengiyumva, has pledged to uphold transparency and prioritize the concerns of citizens as he begins his new role. He emphasized that the trust placed in him by the Head of State will not be taken lightly. Dr. Nsengiyumva made these remarks today, shortly after taking the oath of […]
U.S. announce withdrawal from UNESCO
A press statement released by the United States Department of State today announced the U.S. decision to withdraw from the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). This marks the third time the U.S. has exited the international body. The U.S. Department of State’s statement read: “Today, the United States informed Director-General Audrey Azoulay […]
12,000 firearms and 500 tons of ammunition destroyed: Rwanda’s unique approach to fighting small arms proliferation
Rwanda has destroyed more than 12,000 firearms and 500 tons of explosive materials as part of a sweeping national effort to combat the spread of illegal weapons, a rare achievement in Africa’s conflict-prone Great Lakes Region. Surrounded by instability, with over 250 armed groups active in neighboring countries, Rwanda has taken a firm stance against […]
Frantz Fanon’s centenary: a global tribute to a revolutionary thinker
Today, July 20, 2025, marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Frantz Fanon, the Martinican psychiatrist and political thinker renowned for his influential writings on colonialism, identity, and liberation. A century after his birth, Fanon’s profound work continues to shape global debates and inspire political and social movements, resonating deeply in a world still […]
Why does the Rwandan Defense Force rank among the strongest armies in Africa?
Despite its relatively small size, Rwanda has emerged as one of Africa’s most formidable military powers, with the Rwandan Defense Force (RDF) frequently being ranked among the top five strongest armies on the continent. This remarkable ascent is attributed to its highly disciplined troops, effective peacekeeping contributions, strategic modernization, and decisive regional security interventions, all […]
Former Nigerian president Muhammadu Buhari dies aged 82
Muhammadu Buhari, who served Nigeria as both a military head of state and a democratically elected president, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age of 82. His death was confirmed by his spokesperson, Garba Shehu, in a social media post, stating that the former president died this afternoon in a clinic in […]
FARDC deploys 60,000 soldiers in eastern DRC amid escalating conflict; Rwanda maintains defensive posture
The Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) have deployed an estimated 60,000 soldiers to the volatile eastern regions, intensifying military operations against rebel groups, particularly the M23. This massive deployment follows the disastrous defeat of foreign mercenaries previously hired by Kinshasa, including Romanian contractors who withdrew after the fall of Goma in […]
