Politics

The AFC/M23 rebel movement has accused the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) of carrying out attacks against civilians and livestock during renewed fighting in Masisi Territory, escalating tensions in eastern DR Congo.
Rwanda earned more than Rwf 26 billion ($18.5 million) from agricultural exports between February 16 and 20, 2026, the Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board (NAEB) reported.
The reopening of Gisenyi Airport in Rubavu District has been delayed due to ongoing insecurity in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, local authorities say. The airport, which has been inactive for years, is located near the border with Goma, a city affected by occasional unrest.
The group arrived in Rwanda on the night of February 25, 2026. It includes 19 Eritreans, 143 Sudanese nationals, one Ethiopian and one South Sudanese.
Belgian rider De Clercq Matthijs, competing for the Soudal Quick-Step Devo Team, claimed victory in stage four of the 2026 Tour du Rwanda, covering 127.2 kilometers from Karongi to Rubavu.
President Paul Kagame on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, received a delegation of 25 leaders from global companies and organizations for discussions centered on Rwanda’s development progress over the past 23 years.
President Paul Kagame has praised Gianni Infantino for his leadership in strengthening Rwanda’s football development through the FIFA Forward programme, citing major investments in infrastructure and youth talent systems.
Rwandan troops deployed under the United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Central African Republic have delivered vital medical services to prisoners in Bria, supporting their health and well-being.