Category: English News

DR Congo ceasefire breaches: AU rethinks peace interventions

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The African Union is rethinking future intervention missions in conflict zones as ceasefire breaches in the Democratic Republic Congo are forcing the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) into combat, The East African reports. The African Union first launched its Disarmament, Demobilisation and Reintegration programme in 2011, targeting conflicts like the one in the DRC. This week, the continental bloc said its fourth phase of disarmament programmes in conflict zones will largely rely on local peace solutions backed by data. The UN Department of Peace Operations and the World Bank are…

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PM Ngirente urges officials to prioritize public service over self-interest

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Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente has reminded government officials not to use their positions for their own interests instead of serving Rwandans. He delivered remarks at the conclusion of the 16th forum of the Unity Club Intwararumuri, held under the theme “Ndi Umunyarwanda, the ultimate concept of our existence”, on October 29. Unity Club is an association that brings together members of cabinet – former and present, their spouses, and other top government officials, with the purpose of promoting unity and contributing to the socio-economic development of the country. Ngirente noted…

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First Lady urges youth to champion sustained national unity

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First Lady Jeannette Kagame has tasked the youth to live up to the responsibility of sustaining the established foundation of unity in the country while exhibiting befitting Rwandan values. She was speaking on Sunday, October 29, during the 16th forum of the Unity Club, an association that brings together members of cabinet – former and present, their spouses, and other top government officials, with the purpose of promoting unity and contributing to the socio-economic development of the country. The forum was held under the topic “Ndi Umunyarwanda, the theme that…

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NIRDA’s Open Calls Program boosts firms’ competitiveness

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In an effort to enhance the productivity and competitiveness of local industries, the National Industrial Research and Development Agency (NIRDA) has empowered eight value chains with upgraded equipment through its Open Calls Programme. The achievement was revealed during a press conference on Friday, October 27, in collaboration with the Belgian Development Agency (Enabel). The Director-General of NIRDA, Christian Sekomo Birame, pointed out that over time, NIRDA has consistently implemented the programme across eight pivotal value chains. This brings the number to 10 value chains supported through that programme. He emphasized…

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Reintroduction effort brought lions back to Akagera Park

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By Diane NIKUZE NKUSI Historical records reveal that the lion population in Rwanda’s Akagera National Park, once numbering 300 individuals, faced extinction by 2001 due to rampant poaching and conflicts between humans and wildlife. However, in 2015, a reintroduction effort brought back seven lions to the park, followed by the addition of two males in 2017 to enhance the genetic diversity within the population. Speaking to the umuringanews, Ladislas Ndahiriwe, the Park Manager, said that the lion population has not only rebounded but flourished, currently numbering 59 individuals. He attributes…

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FAO project helps improve Rwanda’s soil testing, productivity

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A project implemented by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FO) has contributed to soil testing in Rwanda by funding equipment, optimising farmers’ practices and productivity through the right fertilisers that respond to soil and crop nutrient needs. The “Capacity Development on Sustainable Soil Management for Africa – Rwanda” project, which was implemented from July 2020 through May 2023, also provided policy advice on fertiliser quality assessment, according to FAO. During the closing workshop on the project in Kigali, on September 29, FAO indicated that the project…

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GB News apologises for Laurence Fox comments about female journalist

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GB News has apologised after presenter Laurence Fox denigrated a journalist and asked what “self-respecting man” would “climb into bed” with her. The actor’s comments were made in a live discussion after PoliticsJOE reporter Ava Evans said on the BBC that calls for a minister for men “feed into the culture war”. Evans said Fox’s remarks made her feel “physically sick”. GB News said it is investigating the “totally unacceptable” comments. Fox – who unsuccessfully ran to be London mayor in 2021 – said “I stand by every word of…

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Researchers list 7 tricks to help prevent depression in everyday life

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Researchers have revealed seven healthy lifestyle factors that reduce the risk of depression, according to a recent study published in the journal Nature Mental Health. It has been determined that maintaining good quality sleep, engaging in regular physical activity, fostering frequent social connections, refraining from smoking, and limiting alcohol consumption are lifestyle factors that can decrease the risk of depression. Read on to find out what they are and how you can avoid the gloom. Adequate sleep The researchers concluded that sleep was the most important factor, stressing that between seven…

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Cancer cases in younger people rising globally, researchers say

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Factors such as obesity and alcohol consumption are contributing to a worrying rise in global cancer cases among younger people, a study suggests. According to Associated Press, researchers estimated there had been a 79% hike in new cases of cancer in those aged under 50 between 1990 and 2019. However, rates in the UK were stabilised from 2010 to 2019 with the annual mortality rate from early-onset cancer “steadily decreasing”. A team from the University of Edinburgh and the Zhejiang University School of Medicine in China analysed data from the…

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Closing the gender gap: What will it take to retain girls in STEM?

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Rwanda is actively promoting opportunities for girls to excel in science courses, with a strong emphasis on STEM subjects. The government of Rwanda has prioritised STEM education as a key component of its Education Sector Strategic Plan, spanning from 2018/19 to 2023/24. The government’s objective is to transform into a knowledge-based economy by prioritising the development of scientific and technological skills, particularly among girls. Education and beyond “It all begins with a willingness to explore. While learners may naturally gravitate towards certain art subjects in which they excel, it is…

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