In a press conference in Paris, amid his concluding visit to France, President Felix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo was reassured of France’s continued support in seeking peace in the conflict-ridden eastern region of the country. This area has been ensnared in turmoil for nearly three decades, heavily impacting its citizens. French President […] The post The France-DRCongo Dialogue in Paris Addresses the Crisis in Eastern DRC appeared first on Therwandan ..read more

The Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) has recently undergone significant leadership changes as directed by the President of the Republic of Rwanda and the Commander-in-Chief of RDF, as stated on the official website of the Rwandan Ministry of Defense and its X account. These developments come at a time when reports continue to surface about Rwandan […] The post Key Promotions and New Appointments in the Rwanda Defence Force appeared first on Therwandan ..read more

In a controversial move, the UK has reportedly deported the first asylum seeker to Rwanda, according to sources including The Sun and the Financial Times. This development follows the enactment of a disputed law last week by the UK government, which permits the relocation of migrants who arrive in the country through unauthorized means. The […] The post First Asylum Seeker Denied in the UK Reportedly Transferred to Rwanda appeared first on Therwandan ..read more

Kenya Airways (KQ), the national airline of Kenya, announced the suspension of its flights to Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), citing the unlawful detention of two of its employees by the DRC’s military intelligence. The suspension took effect on Tuesday, following an official statement released by the airline on […] The post Kenya Airways Suspends Flights to Kinshasa Following “Unlawful” Detention of Employees appeared first on Therwandan ..read more

Early on Tuesday morning, April 30, the M23 rebel group, reportedly supported by Rwanda, launched coordinated attacks on several military positions held by the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (FARDC) and local militia group Wazalendo. The conflict centered around Rubaya, a key mining town in the Masisi territory of the North […] The post DR Congo: M23 Rebels Seize Strategic Mining Town of Ruby Amid International Concerns appeared first on Therwandan ..read more

On April 30th, 2024, Ms. Victoire Ingabire Umuhoza formally filed a case at the East African Court of Justice (EACJ) against the Rwandan government, aiming to reclaim her civic rights which have been systematically denied. Ms. Ingabire, who was once a presidential candidate in Rwanda, is challenging the ongoing refusal by the Rwandan authorities to […] The post Victoire Ingabire Umuhoza Seeks Restoration of Civic Rights at the East African Court of Justice appeared first on Therwandan ..read more

In a recent statement to the Guardian, Victoire Ingabire Umuhoza, a prominent opposition leader in Rwanda, expressed her skepticism regarding the Rwandan government’s commitment to a controversial asylum agreement with the UK. This deal, championed by UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, involves the deportation of asylum seekers from the UK to Rwanda. Ingabire, who has […] The post Rwandan Opposition Leader Victoire Ingabire Questions UK-Rwanda Asylum Deal Amidst Legal Struggles appeared first on Therwandan ..read more

On the evening of April 29, 2024, in Kigali, Rwanda, the High Court ruled in favor of several residents from the Nyarutarama area, historically known as Bannyahe, in their lawsuit against the City of Kigali for improper relocation practices. Despite the legal victory which mandates compensation based on the initial valuations of their properties in […] The post Rwanda: Bannyahe Residents Win Case Against Forced Relocation appeared first on Therwandan ..read more

On April 24, 2024, a significant event unfolded in Kiyovu, Kigali, Rwanda, as the estate of the late Assinapol Rwigara was auctioned without the knowledge of his heirs. Sun Belt Textiles Rwanda Ltd acquired the property located on a 1867 square meter plot for 1.478 billion Rwandan Francs. The auction, which was the second attempt […] The post Legal Battles and Controversy Surrounding the Rwigara Family’s Property Auction in Kigali appeared first on Therwandan ..read more

On Saturday, in Kinshasa, DR Congo, the legal landscape became turbulent following the prosecutor general’s request to pursue legal action against Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo Besungu, a prominent church leader and head of the bishops’ conference of Africa and Madagascar. This development has ignited a wide range of reactions across social media and public discussions. The […] The post Legal Tensions Rise in DR Congo: The Case Against Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo appeared first on Therwandan ..read more