Tag: rwanda
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Sudan’s Army Chief Survives Drone Attack Blamed on Paramilitary Forces Amid Ongoing Civil War
In a significant development from Sudan, General Abdul Fattah Al-Burhan, the country’s de facto ruler, has firmly rejected any negotiations with paramilitary forces following a drone attack at a military graduation ceremony he was attending. The incident, which resulted in five fatalities, has been attributed to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a group currently in…
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Rwanda Begins Vote Counting After Presidential Election, Kagame Set for Fourth Term
In a comprehensive update on African affairs, key developments have emerged including a disturbing confession by a Kenyan man to the murders of 42 women, Rwanda’s general election proceeding with President Paul Kagame expected to secure a landslide victory for a fourth term, and Gambia’s parliament rejecting a bill that could have seen the return…
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Rwanda President Paul Kagame Seeks Fourth Term in Upcoming Election
Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame is campaigning for a fourth term after 24 years in office, having embarked on a national tour that covered over 30 cities and villages. At his rallies, Kagame has highlighted the economic improvements and raised living standards achieved under his leadership, with millions of supporters attending. Despite facing two opponents, similar…
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UK-Rwanda Migrant Deal: No Refund for £240 Million Says Rwanda, Despite Scrapped Plans
Rwanda has stated it is not obligated to refund the UK any money from the controversial migrant deal after the new UK government scrapped the plan. The deal, which involved sending asylum seekers to Rwanda, saw the UK transfer £240 million to the African nation for housing construction and other preparations. Despite the change in…
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Rwandan Economic Growth Spurs Luxury Dining Boom Amidst Widespread Poverty
The recent surge in luxury restaurants in Rwanda, amidst its rapidly growing economy, showcases a stark contrast against the backdrop of widespread economic inequality. As the country becomes a hotspot for wealthy tourists and business travelers, high-end dining establishments offering dishes like Japanese plums with big chips and zucchini puree are becoming increasingly common. These…
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Kenyan Cult Leader Faces Terrorism Charges Over Mass Starvation Deaths
In Kenya, the leader of a doomsday cult, Paul McKenzie, along with 94 co-defendants, is facing trial on charges including terrorism, murder, manslaughter, and child cruelty. McKenzie, a self-proclaimed pastor, is accused of orchestrating the starvation deaths of over 400 followers in the Shakahola Forest, aiming for them to “reach heaven” before the world ended.…
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UK Prime Minister Starmer Declares Rwanda Migration Scheme “Dead and Buried”
In a significant announcement on his first full day in office, UK Prime Minister Kir Starmer has confirmed the end of the controversial Rwanda migration plan. During his first press conference, Starmer stated that the scheme, initially aimed at deterring illegal crossings by sending migrants to Rwanda for processing, was “dead and buried” before it…
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Nigel Farage Announces Candidacy for UK Parliament as Reform Party Leader, Aiming to Disrupt Conservative Vote in Clacton Election
Nigel Farage, the prominent Brexit advocate, has announced his candidacy for the UK Parliament as the Reform Party candidate for Clacton-on-Sea, marking a significant return to British politics. This move, which comes after Farage previously stated he would not run, places him directly against Conservative candidates and is seen as a potential split in the…
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British Parliament’s Lower House Approves Bill for Rwanda Asylum Seeker Plan
The British lower house of Parliament has passed a revised bill proposing to send asylum seekers to Rwanda, a measure that faced both internal opposition within the Conservative party and is expected to encounter further challenges in the House of Lords. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s government seeks to address illegal migration with this policy, which…