Year: 2024

Basketball: Patriots BBC Defeats APR BBC in a Close Game

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In the basketball league playoffs, Patriots BBC defeated APR BBC with a score of 61-49, tying the series at 2-2. Stephaun Branch of Patriots BBC scored the most points in the game. The match started with both teams showing great energy, but the players were cautious, avoiding making early mistakes. The first quarter did not see many points compared to previous games, and there was no clear lead as the teams ended the quarter tied at 14-14. In the second quarter, before the teams went for halftime, Patriots were leading…

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Tanasha Donna wabyaranye na Diamond yikomye abatari bake

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Umuhanzikazi wo muri Kenya, Tanasha Donna Oketch, yanenze abagereranyije iminwa ye aherutse ku bagisha, n’iya Diamond Platnumz babyaranye. Mu minsi ishize ni bwo uyu mugore yahishuye ko yagiye kwibagisha iminwa ngo igire imiterere y’uko yifuza. Nyuma yo kwibagisha byagaragaye ko iminwa ye yabaye minini ari ho abantu batangira kuyigereranya n’iya se w’umwana we ,Diamond Platnumz cyane ko nawe adafite mito. Abinyujije kuri Instagram Story ye, Tanasha yavuze ko bibabaje kuba abantu bifata bagasuzugura umuntu ariko ngo hari igihe bazamushimira atagihari. Ati “Muransuzugura mukantesha agaciro, ariko ni byiza. Hari umunsi uzagera…

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Russian attacks on Ukraine power grid probably violate humanitarian law: UN

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International Energy Agency separately warns that the coming winter would prove to be the ‘sternest test yet’ for Ukraine’s energy grid. Ukraine says the targeting of its energy system is a war crime, and the International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for four Russian officials and military officers for the bombing of civilian power infrastructure. Russia says power infrastructure is a legitimate military target and has dismissed the charges against its officials as irrelevant. “Russia is trying to plunge Ukraine in the dark with targeted attacks on its…

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Current Situation of HIV/AIDS in Rwanda

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Rwanda has made remarkable progress in combating HIV/AIDS over the past few decades. As of 2024, the country continues to strengthen its response to the epidemic, focusing on prevention, treatment, care, and support for those living with HIV. Despite these advancements, challenges remain, and ongoing efforts are crucial to maintaining and furthering the gains made so far. HIV Prevalence in Rwanda The prevalence of HIV in Rwanda is relatively low compared to other countries in Sub-Saharan Africa. According to the Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC), the national HIV prevalence rate stands…

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The State of Mental Health: A Global, African, and Rwandan Perspective

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Mental health is a critical component of overall well-being, yet it remains one of the most neglected areas of public health worldwide. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), mental disorders such as depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia affect over one billion people globally. Despite this staggering number, significant gaps in mental health services persist, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, where about 75% of people with mental health conditions receive no treatment at all. Global Situation Globally, the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the mental health crisis, with increases in anxiety,…

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Mpox : La Situation Actuelle et les Efforts de Lutte en Afrique

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En Afrique, la situation de la maladie Mpox,  continue d’attirer l’attention des autorités de santé publique et des organismes internationaux. Plusieurs pays du continent, notamment la République Démocratique du Congo, le Nigéria, et le Ghana, continuent de signaler des cas sporadiques de la maladie, bien que les taux d’infection semblent être en baisse par rapport aux pics observés dans les années précédentes. Les autorités sanitaires africaines, en collaboration avec l’Organisation mondiale de la santé (OMS) et les Centres africains de contrôle et de prévention des maladies (CDC Afrique), multiplient les…

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Belgian Miss Ready to Help Revive ‘Miss Rwanda’ Pageant

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Belgian beauty queen Kenza Johanna Ameloot, who has Rwandan roots, is actively involved in charity work, particularly in providing medical treatment for underprivileged children suffering from cataracts. In addition, she has expressed her readiness to support efforts to bring back the Miss Rwanda pageant. Ameloot made these remarks on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, when discussing the possibility of reviving the Miss Rwanda competition and her willingness to contribute to its return. “I believe the Miss Rwanda pageant has greatly benefited young women in Rwanda, and I think it would be…

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CAF CL: Pyramids jet in ahead of APR clash

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The Egyptian football giants, Pyramids FC, have arrived in Kigali ahead of their crucial CAF Champions League encounter against Rwandan champions APR FC. The highly anticipated clash is set to take place at the Amahoro Stadium, with both teams vying for a spot in the next round of the prestigious African tournament. Pyramids FC, known for their robust squad and tactical prowess, touched down in Rwanda earlier today with a full squad, including key players who are expected to make a significant impact in the match. The team’s arrival has…

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‘Guerrilla projects’: Russia revels in US allegations of media warfare

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Public figures close to President Putin goad Washington after the DoJ alleged that RT is puppeteering social media influencers. Last week, the United States Department of Justice unsealed an indictment accusing a Tennessee-based company, believed to be Tenet Media, of accepting millions of dollars from the Russian state-owned media outlet RT and promoting “pro-Russia propaganda and disinformation across social media to US audiences”. Tenet was responsible for high-profile right-wing influencers, including Dave Rubin, Lauren Southern and Tim Pool. “Ukraine is the enemy of this country,” Pool angrily declared on his…

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La Corée du Nord lance de multiples “missiles balistiques de courte portée” dans la mer

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La Corée du Sud a annoncé que son voisin du Nord avait procédé jeudi matin au tir de “missiles balistiques de courte portée” en direction de la mer du Japon. Le dirigeant nord-coréen Kim Jong-un avait récemment déclaré vouloir renforcer l’arsenal nucléaire de son pays. La Corée du Nord a tiré jeudi 12 septembre de multiples “missiles balistiques de courte portée” en direction de la mer, a affirmé l’armée sud-coréenne, précisant analyser l’incident. Pyongyang a lancé de multiples “missiles balistiques de courte portée […] vers la mer de l’Est [appellation coréenne de la…

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