Rwanda and Russia have signed an agreement outlining the next steps toward the development of a Small Modular Reactor (SMR), a compact nuclear facility intended to generate electricity and support the country’s growing energy demand.

The AFC/M23 rebel movement has condemned sanctions imposed by the United States on Rwandan mineral companies and their executives, describing the measures as biased and unhelpful to ongoing peace efforts in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

Residents of Mirama I and Mirama II villages in Nyagatare Sector say the completion of a new tarmac road and a modern market marks a turning point for their community, with improved transport, safer trading spaces and expanded economic opportunities.

APR BBC players Ntore Habimana and Axel Olenga Mpoyo, who were suspended for one year by the Rwanda Basketball Federation (FERWABA), have disputed the decision, saying they did not refuse a national team call-up and that the matter stemmed from a misunderstanding during ongoing communication with the federation.

The MRDP-Twirwaneho armed group has claimed responsibility for shooting down two helicopters belonging to the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) in Baraka, Fizi Territory, in South Kivu province, shortly after the aircraft allegedly returned from military operations in Minembwe.