DRC-Rwanda peace process enters new phase with push for Independent Verification
The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda are moving toward creating a mechanism to verify compliance with their U.S.-backed peace agreement, a step aimed...
Africa wants more girls in Tech, but digital divide slows progress
African governments and education partners are pushing for greater participation of girls in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields as the continent seeks...
Burundi plans to recruit 5,000 teachers as schools grapple with staff shortages
Burundi plans to recruit 5,000 teachers during the 2026-2027 fiscal year as the government seeks to ease staffing shortages in public schools and strengthen...
DR Congo, Rwanda report progress at Geneva security talks under Washington Peace Accord
Officials from the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda reported progress on key security commitments during a meeting in Geneva this week, as the...
EAC unveils new migration framework to protect workers and ease Cross-Border employment
East African Community ministers have approved a regional migration action plan aimed at improving labour mobility, protecting migrant workers and strengthening cooperation among member...
Burundi Court to rule within two months on CNL leadership dispute
Burundi's Supreme Court on Thursday reserved judgment in a closely watched case that will determine who legally leads the opposition National Congress for Liberty...
Burundi’s Karate boom continues with historic 49-Medal performance
Burundi finished third at the 16th Central African Karate Championships after winning a record 49 medals during the regional tournament held in Bujumbura over...
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met President Évariste Ndayishimiye on Friday during a visit to Burundi that underscored Moscow's efforts to deepen its engagement...
New Rwanda-Tanzania Payment Pilot could transform trade across East Africa
Rwanda and Tanzania are emerging as the first testing ground for the East African Community's ambition to build a regional instant payment network, as...
East Africa seeks bigger role for Kiswahili in Artificial Intelligence
Regional lawmakers warn low-resource languages risk being left behind as artificial intelligence reshapes communication, education and public services.The East African Legislative Assembly on Monday...


