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 Sanny Ntayombya
Sanny Ntayombya
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, the US presidential candidates. Internet
I don’t care who becomes America’s next president and neither should you. Here is why
This drought has not only affected crop yields but has made hydroelectric power generation on the Zambezi River—the two countries’ main source of electricity—nearly impossible. 
With the Zambezi river drying up, Rwanda needs to embrace nuclear
A night view of Kigali City in Nyarugenge District.
Do all roads lead to Rome? Understanding Kampala and Kigali’s approach to prosperity
DR Congo President Felix Tshisekedi  has not only continued to support FDLR, he’s also invited some of the most notorious members of the Akazu to live in the DRC. Courtesy
By inviting Akazu members, Tshisekedi proves that his hate knows no boundaries
A view of indoor mini football pitch at Kigali Universe in Nyarugenge, one of the city's private recreational spaces. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Police must not punish Businesses transforming Kigali into a Global tourism city
Delegates during the second Indonesia-Africa Forum in Bali, Indonesia on Monday, September 2. Photo by Village Urugwiro
Why the Indonesia - Africa and China- Africa summits matter
The New Times
We are all citizens, we just do different jobs
Rwandan delegation that participated at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, on its arrival at Kigali International Airport on Monday, August 12. Courtesy
Will Rwanda finally break its Olympic curse in Los Angeles?
President Kagame casts his vote in the presidential and parliamentary elections at SOS Kagugu polling station in Kinyinya, Gasabo District on Monday, July 15.Rwandans will witness the inauguration ceremony of the newly re-elected head of state, Paul Kagame on Sunday, August 11th. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
The Inauguration of a new era: Rwanda's future unfolds
Heavy Police Presence in Kampala, Uganda; several protesters arrested while attempting to march to Parliament to protest against corruption. Internet
African leaders, beware the Ides of July
President Kagame and CAF President, Patrice Motsepe address thousands of football fans at the inauguration of the newly revamped Amahoro stadium on Monday, July 1. Olivier Mugwiza
Reflecting on Rwanda's journey: From 2011 predictions to 2024 realities
The New Times
Rwanda is small but not in the way that critics wish
A fully packed Amahoro stadium during a friendly game between APR FC and Rayon Sports on Saturday, June 15. olivier Mugwiza
It’s all about the Civics: Lessons from Amahoro Stadium’s opening day drama
The six hopefuls who did not meet the requirements are (L-R) Jean Mbanda, Diane Nshimyimana Rwigara, Fred Sekikubo Barafinda,  Herman Manirareba,Innocent Hakizimana  and Thomas Habimana. Courtesy
Who are the kinds of leaders Rwandans actually need?
RPF Inkotanyi members during the campaign in Rulindo on August 13, 2018. Over 600 candidates submitted their candidatures ahead of the 2024  July elections.  Photo by Sam Ngenda
Why the 684 electoral candidates are Rwanda’s riposte to Forbidden Stories
President Paul Kagame greets residents during the citizen outreach in Ruhango District on August 25, 2022. Photo by Village Urugwiro
A Hidden Agenda: Decoding ‘Forbidden Stories’
Convict Victoire Ingabire at Nyarugenge Prison after receiving her release letter on  September 15, 2018. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
There is no place for Victoire Ingabire in Rwandan politics
Some members of the genocidal militia, FDLR, who were captured by M23 fighters, while fighting alongside Congolese soldiers in eastern DR Congo in December 2022. FILE
Tshisekedi must put down FDLR, the region’s most dangerous canine

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