The New Times Rwanda
Ex-FDLR soldier speaks out on MONUSCO, FARDC support
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- Ex-FDLR soldier speaks out on MONUSCO, FARDC support
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- 11:49
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- 1 year ago
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- ‘Maj’ Gilbert Ndayambaje, 49, one of the members of the DR Congo-based FDLR militia who were handed over to Rwandan authorities by AFC/M23 rebels on March 1, claims to have been forced into joining the genocidal militia, in 1998.
At the time, the post-genocide government in Rwanda was busy battling infiltrators, commonly known as of Abacengezi. From their bases in eastern Zaire, present-day DR Congo, members of the defeated genocidal regime’s army and youth militia were determined to infiltrate deep into Rwandan territory, continue killing civilians, cause turmoil, and return to power to finish their genocidal plot.
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- Niyoyita Peace rising from tragedy to build Rwanda’s leading pig farming empire
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- 17:25
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- 1 year ago
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- Rwanda Central Bank Chief Economist Thierry Kalisa explains recent monetary policy decisions
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- 15:10
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- 1 year ago
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- The Chief Economist of the National Bank of Rwanda (BNR), Thierry Kalisa, spoke exclusively to The New Times’ Business Editor Julius Bizimungu. Kalisa explained the rationale behind recent monetary policy decisions and how they are impacting the direction of inflation.
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- Former Belgian Senator Destexhe on EU sanctions, Brussels' Failures & Mercenaries
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- 37:14
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- 1 year ago
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- Belgium should be the last country to act against Rwanda: Nduhungirehe
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- 25:55
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Preserving tradition: A 98-year-old weaver’s lasting legacy
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- 12:37
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Three entrepreneurs shine at Africa's Business Heroes grand finale in Kigali
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- 25:03
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Burundian DJ Ira requests Rwandan nationality, President Kagame approves and directs process
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- 2:06
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- President Kagame at BK Arena for Citizen Outreach
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- 0:00
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Rwanda to host Africa’s first eye and cancer drug facility
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- 15:52
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Of M23, minerals, Genocide ideology, and the future of a conflict-free DR Congo
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- 1:06:39
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- From exile to empowerment: How Rose Rwabuhihi pioneered Rwanda's gender equality revolution
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- 40:09
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Rwanda has made tremendous progress in ensuring gender equality, and women’s empowerment over the past three decades, in what has been a challenging journey for a country whose traditions were once built on a patriarchal system that denied women many opportunities.
For centuries, women and girls, as a result of cultural beliefs and norms, were relegated to second-class citizen status, playing a subordinate role to men who dominated nearly all sections of life.
Today, Rwanda is a global leader in gender equality, standing out among countries with policies and laws that promote women’s empowerment.
One person who has played a key role in this journey is Rose Rwabuhihi, the former Chief Gender Monitor at the Gender Monitoring Office (GMO). Her involvement in driving this change has not been an easy feat, considering the many difficulties the country had to overcome in rebuilding itself after the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.
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- Breaking Barriers: How Nyirabagwiza empowers women through poultry farming
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- 7:59
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Poultry farming is one of the most profitable yet delicate or high-risk businesses. One moment, you have thousands of birds, and the next, they could all be gone due to a disease outbreak. Chickens are susceptible to various diseases that can lead to significant losses if not managed properly.
For some farmers, lack of market access or market fluctuations can be a major hindrance and a reason to abandon poultry farming. Besides other factors such as supply chain vulnerabilities, and weather events that can affect production and operational capabilities, operational costs such as the high costs for feed, labor, and housing also impact profitability.
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- A tour of Rubona mining concession in Rwamagana
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- 0:57
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Kanyombya: From soldier to comedian, thriving with discipline and originality
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- 7:30
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Africa is positioned to become a wealth management hub- CEO, Raffles Family Office Kwan Chi-man
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- 7:14
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Kwan Chi-man, the Co-founder & CEO of Raffles Family Office, one of the largest family offices in Asia, spoke exclusively to The New Times’ Business Editor, Julius Bizimungu. Chi-man emphasized that Africa is well-positioned to attract more family offices to establish at home.
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- US deports Rwandan Genocide convict Ahmed Napoleon Mbonyunkiza
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- 3:15
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Rwandan Genocide convict Ahmed Napoleon Mbonyunkiza is deported from US
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- 1:17
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- 1 year ago
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- The National Public Prosecution Authority (NPPA) on Tuesday, March 4, confirmed the deportation of Ahmed Napoleon Mbonyunkiza from the United States.
Mbonyunkiza, 57, was deported after serving a 15-year prison sentence in the U.S. for sexual assault-related offenses. He was, in 2007, tried and convicted, in absentia, by the Nyakabanda Gacaca Court for his role in the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.
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- Ahmed Napoleon Mbonyunkiza Deported from U.S., Arrives in Rwanda
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- 1:17
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- 1 year ago
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- Ahmed Napoleon Mbonyunkiza arrives in #Rwanda after being deported from the U.S. He was convicted in 2007 for his role in the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi
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- Defying the odds: How St. Filippo Smaldone students are excelling in STEM
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- 10:06
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Soraya Hakuziyaremye discusses plan to strengthen Rwanda's financial stability
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- 10:29
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- On February 25, Soraya Hakuziyaremye was appointed by President Paul Kagame as the first female Governor of the National Bank of Rwanda (BNR), succeeding John Rwangombwa who completed his two-term tenure that began in 2013.
With nearly four years of experience as Deputy Governor, a position she held before her appointment as top leader of the bank, Hakuziyaremye is poised to carry out the bank's mission of safeguarding Rwanda's financial stability.
Until Hakuziyaremye’s appointment, the bank which was established in 1964, BNR was led by male governors.
In an exclusive interview with The New Times, on February 27, she outlined her key priorities, focusing on enhancing price stability, promoting financial inclusion, and navigating the challenges posed by inflation and the Rwandan franc's depreciation.
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- Who is Soraya Hakuziyaremye, Rwanda's first female Central Bank Governor?
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- 14:00
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Politics of identity, genocide ideology in eastern DR Congo hinder regional peace
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- 1:06:24
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- RPF leader: We must condemn DR Congo’s plan to topple Rwandan leaders
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- 5:01
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Wellars Gasamagera, the Secretary General of the ruling RPF-Inkotanyi said DR Congo “must sever its ties with FDLR” and “abandon its plan to topple democratically elected Rwandan leadership” as one way to find lasting peace in the region.
Gasamagera also said the current conflict between the Congolese government and the M23 rebels can only be resolved through dialogue.
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- Persecution and cannibalism of Tutsi are 'commonplace' in Congo, says Rwandan minister
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- 7:19
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- 1 year ago
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- Rwanda's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Olivier Nduhungirehe on February 26 called on the UN Human Rights Council not to remain silent in the face of hate speech and targeted killings of Tutsi communities in DR Congo. He spoke at the High-Level Segment of the 58th Human Rights Council, in Geneva.
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- Gen. Kabarebe: International community ‘cannot be absolved’ in DR Congo crisis
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- 3:23
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- 1 year ago
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- Rwanda’s Minister of State for Regional Cooperation, Gen (Rtd) James Kabarebe, said the international community has played a role in the security crisis in DR Congo by ignoring the threat posed by the FDLR militia. Kabarebe was speaking to the National Consultative Forum of Political Organisatins on February 25
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- Kagame: Africa's number one priority must be creating a good environment for businesses
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- 7:24
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- 1 year ago
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- Speaking at the 2025 Inclusive FinTech Forum in Kigali, President Paul Kagame said creating an enabling environment for businesses to scale should be Africa's number one priority.
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- One of South Africa's bases in Goma
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- 1:19
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- One of South Africa's bases in Goma
#southafrica #goma #congo
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- John Legend reflects on his emotional visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial
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- 3:39
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- “We were sad, were crying, were angry, we were heartbroken. But we were also educated…. We can do better through learning from the past. I believe that humans have the potential to be so loving and learn how to live together in peace.” - John Legend
Video credit: - Kigali Genocide Memorial
- Aegis Trust
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- Eritrean Henok Mulubrhan won the first stage of the Tour du Rwanda 2025 from Rukomo in Gicumbi
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- 0:26
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- 1 year ago
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- John Legend brings Kigali to life with unforgettable Move Afrika performance
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- 15:14
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- John Legend on Friday, February 21, delivered a show-stopping performance at BK Arena in Kigali at the second edition of Global Citizen’s Move Afrika, a touring circuit bringing global superstars to the continent, marking his first-ever performance in East Africa...and he made sure it was one for the books.
“I’m so happy to be in Kigali—first-ever performance in East Africa, and I couldn’t be happier. We’re here because we love you, feel connected to you. It’s a thrill. I love your energy, keep it going,” Legend told the crowd as he sat behind his piano, bathed in blue stage lighting, with cheers erupting around him.
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- DR Congo: Bukavu residents relieved as M23 secures city, battles genocide ideology
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- 14:32
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- DR Congo Crisis: Inside Tshisekedi's armoury in Goma and plan to invade Rwanda
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- 1:04:30
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Rwandan envoy to UN condemns DR Congo's 'reckless militarisation'
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- 14:01
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Speaking at the Security Council briefing on DR Congo on February 19, 2025, Rwanda's Permanent Representative to the UN Ernest Rwamucyo said Congolese leaders continued to militarize after regional leaders called for direct talks with M23 rebels.
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- An exclusive interview with AFC/M23 Spokesperson Lawrence Kanyuka
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- 3:45
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- In an Interview with The New Times in Bukavu, AFC/M23 Spokesperson Lawrence Kanyuka said the rebel group has integrated government soldiers who surrendered in North Kivu into its army.
Kanyuka also asked EAC and SADC countries to "come and see what's happening on the ground" in eastern DR Congo and "to see how Tshisekedi is killing this country."
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- Wazalendo killing govt soldiers, Tshisekedi's bad leadership and everything else ailing DR Congo
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- 10:02
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Pastor recounts ordeal during Bukavu looting
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- 5:33
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Girimbabazi's journey as Rwanda's first female Olympic swimmer
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- 26:21
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- 1 year ago
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- It can be a daunting task for anyone in sports to attempt to compete against the very best in the world without any professional training or the resources and facilities that can put you at that level.
But that did not stop Pamela Girimbabazi Rugabira, an Olympic swimmer who represented Rwanda in the 2000, 2004, and 2008 Olympic Games, proudly bearing Rwanda’s flag at the 2008 games in China.
Looking back, it was a major feat for the now 40-year-old mother of four, who never had formal swimming lessons or a regular coach, but went on to compete in major international events, driven by sheer determination and passion.
The 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi left the sports industry, like many other sectors, depleted and underdeveloped.
With the country looking to rebuild, giving priority to key sectors and certain sports like football, which united people, several other areas were left behind due to limited resources, and one of them was swimming.
However, th...
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- M23 should quickly secure Bukavu, stop Wazalendo, FDLR criminality – businessman
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- 5:38
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- The businessman, and his colleague, are among a number of Bukavu residents who, on Friday, decided to temporarily relocate to neighbouring Rwanda’s Rusizi city as they wait for the situation back to normalise. The AFC/M23 rebels on Friday captured Kavumu airport which is located about 25 kilometres from Bukavu, and raised the hopes of people in Bukavu that “the city would also soon be in safe hands.”
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- Usual bustle replaced by subdued scene at Rusizi 1 Border Post
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- 1:36
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Valentine’s Day in Kigali: Love, Business, and Reflection
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- 5:07
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Valentine’s Day brings joy to businesses, especially florists and people reflect on the deeper meaning of love, with varying perspectives on how the day symbolizes affection, connection, and celebration.
For those who spoke with The New Times on Friday, February 14, they shared their thoughts on Valentine’s Day.
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- Rwandan justice minister asks African rights court to dismiss DR Congo's case
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- 7:31
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- 1 year ago
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- On February 13, 2025, Rwanda's Minister of Justice and Attorney General told the African Court of Human and People's Rights that a case submitted by DR Congo against Rwanda should be declared "inadmissible."
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- President Paul Kagame meets with the Emir of Qatar, Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in Doha
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- 0:28
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- What next after the EAC-SADC Summit?
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- 54:37
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Dr. Donatilla Kanimba: A journey of resilience and advocacy for the visually impaired
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- 1:05:06
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- 1 year ago
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- or more than three decades, Dr. Donatilla Kanimba has been at the forefront of advocating for the rights of the disabled and impaired – not just in Rwanda, but also in Kenya, where she spent a significant part of her life as a refugee before returning to Rwanda in 1996.
When you speak of the rights of persons with disabilities, her name is well-known both in and outside Rwanda, not just as an advocate, but also as someone who has lived through difficulties and who doesn’t want anyone else in a similar predicament to endure what she went through.
Her commitment stems from a deep desire to ensure that no one else faces the hardships she endured.
Even today, at an advanced age, as she heads into retirement, Kanimba believes that retirement is just a formality but her work to build a more inclusive society will continue until people understand that ensuring persons with disabilities enjoy their basic rights is not a favour or charitable act, but a right.
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- Will EAC-SADC Summit spell a new dawn for eastern DR Congo?
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- 56:12
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- The Congolese government forces and a host of allied forces and militias, including the FDLR, which was founded by elements linked to the Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda in 1994, have been fighting the M23 rebels for the last three or so years.
The situation has evolved rapidly in recent weeks, with the M23 taking Goma, a strategic city right on the border with Rwanda, which is widely viewed as the most important city in eastern DRC.
This conversation takes place as the leaders of EAC and SADC regions, including President Paul Kagame of Rwanda and Felix Antoine Tshisekedi of DRC, are set to meet at a crunch joint summit in Dar es Salam this Saturday, February 8.
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- Rwanda's Heroes Mausoleum gets a facelift
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- 11:07
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- 1 year ago
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- Rwanda's National Heroes Mausoleum in Remera has undergone a new facelift, from its symbolic garden to the buildings. Ahead of the 2025 Heroes Day, The New Times team had a tour of the newly revamped national site, which not only honours the country's most revered people but also its rich culture.
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- DR Congo: Residents of M23-controlled Goma city protest against Tshisekedi
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- 4:11
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- 1 year ago
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- Hundreds of people in Goma city, which was captured by AFC/M23 rebels on January 27, took to the streets, calling for the end of DR Congo President Felix Tshisekedi's rule.
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- Rwanda gets over 500 special operations force personnel
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- 0:42
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Exclusive: Corneille Nangaa on capture of Goma, FDLR and what's next
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- 12:30
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Corneille Nangaa, the political leader of AFC/M23 rebels, sat down with The New Times team in Goma, for a conversation about their capture of the strategic city, corruption in DR Congo and the next stop in their fighting.
