Rwanda and DRC: A Tale of Two Nations and One Question of Discipline

1 Now that European mercenaries, South Africans, and Burundians have been pushed out of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) armed conflict — defeated not by sheer numbers but by the high level of discipline the M23/AFC rebels have shown in...

Africa’s kings rise! – SA, Senegal & Ivory Coast complete World Cup line-up

South Africa, Côte d’Ivoire and Senegal secured Africa’s final automatic spots for the 2026 World Cup with dominant wins on Tuesday. Senegal beat Mauritania 4-0, Côte d’Ivoire defeated Kenya 3-0, and South Africa overcame Rwanda 3-0....

Kenyan TikToker Malcom sparks reactions after claiming he's leaving US to run for MP seat

Kenyan politics is undergoing a radical transformation following the death of veteran politician Raila Odinga US-based TikToker Arnold Malcom revealed his plans to ditch America and return home to chase his dream in politics He shared which...

Pakistan, Rwanda explore direct shipping corridors to strengthen East Africa trade links

Pakistan and Rwanda have agreed to explore new avenues for boosting bilateral trade by developing maritime-linked corridors between Karachi Port and key East African ports. The initiative seeks to reduce shipping costs, improve delivery times, and...

MTN Group Surpasses 300 Million Subscribers across Africa…See What Comes Next

In a packed hall at the annual Ambassadors’ Appreciation Dinner, cheers erupted when Ralph Mupita, MTN Group president and CEO announced that the telecom giant had officially crossed the 300-million subscriber mark across its African markets,...

Rwanda and DRC: A Tale of Two Nations and One Question of Discipline

18 Now that European mercenaries, South Africans, and Burundians have been pushed out of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) armed conflict — defeated not by sheer numbers but by the high level of discipline the M23/AFC rebels have shown in...

Morning Fix: Political point-scoring mars parliamentary inquiry into police claims | Bafana Bafana reach World Cup wonderland

Catch up on the biggest stories this morning, 15 October 2025, in our simple morning fix update. Today our morning fix kicks off with members of parliament serving on the parliamentary ad hoc committee. This group is probing allegations made by...

Shenmo Ghana to participate in second African Shenmo Cup in Rwanda 

By Hafsa Obeng Accra, Oct 14, GNA -Shenmo Ghana, will from October 18 to 19 participate in the upcoming second African Shenmo Cup, a prestigious Pan African international abacus mental math competition and cultural exchange. The competition,...

Paradigm Tower Ventures boosts Rwanda’s digital future with IHS acquisition

Andile Ngcaba, founder and chairman of Convergence Partners/HANDOUT Rwanda’s ambition to expand affordable and high-quality digital connectivity has received a major boost after Paradigm Tower Ventures (Paradigm) acquired IHS Rwanda Limited from...

Laduuuuuuuuuuuuuuma! Bafana Bafana qualify for 2026 World Cup after beating Rwanda 3-0

Despite uncertainty heading into their final 2026 World Cup qualifying game, Bafana Bafana did what they needed to do to qualify by beating Rwanda 3-0. First-half goals from midfielder Thalente Mbatha and winger Oswin Appollis had the South...

Rwanda Eyes A Zero Imported Powdered Milk

4 Kigali, Rwanda — Inyange Industries has launched a new instant powdered milk product for local consumption, marking a major step toward Rwanda’s goal of self-sufficiency in dairy production and reduced dependence on imports. The company, which...

14 West Africans deported from U.S. to Ghana amid legal challenge

A group of 14 people has become the latest West Africans deported from the U.S. to Ghana under an accord between the countries, said a lawyer whose group filed a lawsuit Tuesday seeking to block the arrangement. Oliver Barker-Vormawor, who...

Rwandan coffee breaks record, rakes 14 times market price in global auction

Rwandan coffee has once again captured the attention of the global specialty market after one kilogram sold for a record $88.18 during the Best of Rwanda 2025 auction, nearly 14 times the local market price. The event, organised by the National...

Belize Signs Safe Third Country Deal with US for Asylum Seekers

Belize and the United States have sealed a deal that positions Belize as a temporary host for migrants pursuing asylum in the U.S., according to announcements from both governments. The agreement, signed yesterday in Belize, lets Washington...

Today in Africa — October 14, 2025: Cameroon Opposition Leader Declares Victory in Presidential Election, Madagascar President Is Impeached as Military Seizes Power, Akinola Davies Jr.’s ‘My Father’s Shadow’ Heads to Oscars

NEWS OkayAfrica has scoured the internet for today’s major news stories, so you don't have to. Cameroon opposition figure Issa Tchiroma Bakary casts his ballot on Sunday, October 12, 2025. He declared victory in the presidential election today. by...

Ericsson to Showcase 5G, AI, and Fintech Innovations at MWC Kigali 2025 under “What’s Next for Africa” Theme

Global technology leader Ericsson has announced its participation in the Mobile World Congress (MWC) Kigali 2025, taking place from October 21–23 under the theme “What’s Next for Africa.” Reaffirming its long-term commitment to Africa’s digital...

Why was the president of Fifa Gianni Infantino at the Gaza summit?

Along the raised dais in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, where world leaders flanked US president Donald Trump to mark the ceasefire deal in the Gaza Strip, one man stood out who was neither head of government nor Arab royalty. Gianni Infantino, president...

Rwandan president urges equal partnership between Africa, Europe

KIGALI, Oct. 10 (Xinhua) -- Rwandan President Paul Kagame Thursday called for equal and mutual partnerships between Africa and Europe which are not built on dependency. Speaking during the second edition of the European Union's Global Gateway...

Gen Z Protesters Have Toppled Another Government

Members of the CAPSAT military unit are cheered by protesters as they arrive to address a crowd, announcing plans to take on the government and dissolve the Senate and the electoral commission (CENI) in Antananarivo, Madagascar, Tuesday, Oct. 14,...

What’s at stake in Tanzania’s election as authoritarianism rises in East Africa

When Tanzania’s first female president, Samia Suluhu Hassan, took office in 2021, many hoped she would prove a more democratic leader than her predecessor, John Magufuli, who was nicknamed “the Bulldozer.” But activists and opposition leaders say...