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President Paul Kagame yesterday expressed frustration over continued allegations that Rwanda is aiding rebel groups in the neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

The International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda, yesterday, handed a life sentence to the former military officer Ildephonse Nizeyimana.

The Danish Government, on Tuesday, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Rwanda Defence Forces (RDF) to construct a base to train and facilitate Rwandan troops deployed in peacekeeping missions.

Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) yesterday agreed to further their collaboration in finding lasting peace in the sub region.

Although most African countries depend on agriculture as the backbone of their economies, a lot needs to be done to turn around this important sector.

The government’s plan to ensure universal education is welcome but must move to ensure quality if the country’s education successes are to be sustainable, MP Connie Bwiza, told education officials, yesterday.

A consortium of 10 Civil Society Organization (CSOs) involved in the fight against HIV, has petitioned President Paul Kagame, requesting him to decriminalise prostitution.

Lack of developed transportation network in the region is among the hurdles hindering landlocked countries from maximising the benefits from the African Growth and Opportunities Act (AGOA).