'Eric Chelle shouldn't drop him' - Retired Nigeria international defends Nwabali after Lesotho errors

Retired Nigeria international midfielder Sam Elijah has urged Nigeria’s coaching crew led by Eric Chelle not to drop goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali despite criticism following his performance against Lesotho. Nwabali, who has been Nigeria’s...

Gaza can be healed, but not by the same hands that destroyed her

As I prepare to begin training Gaza’s doctors and mental health professionals in a World Health Organization initiative that aims to bridge the gap between mental health needs and available resources, I can’t help but ask: can the Palestinian...

When Sexism Endangers Lives: In Israel, Sidelining Women Comes at the Cost of Security

The October 7th massacre and the unprecedented war in Gaza compel Israel to rethink its conception of security. It cannot afford to do so without including a gender-based analysis. After two years of missiles, hostages, and the catastrophic toll...

Rwanda to formalise tech education with first-ever private coding academy

Rwanda has officially accredited its first-ever private academy to teach high-demand tech subjects as a recognised trade. The New Generation Academy (NGA), a private day school located in Kimihurura, Kigali, has secured government approval to...

International News Briefs for Tuesday, October 7, 2025

HAVANA TIMES – We bring you some of the top international news stories compiled by Democracy Now on Tuesday, October 7 2025. Israelis Mark 2nd Anniversary of Hamas Attacks with Commemorations and Protests Oct 07, 2025 Israelis are marking the...

Juncao tech transforms many lives in Rwanda

Local farmers harvest Juncao, the specially cultivated grass used for growing mushrooms, in Zanzibar, Tanzania, on Sept 20. EMMANUEL HERMAN/XINHUA Suzanne Nikuze has come a long way. From a modest experiment in her backyard in the Rwandan capital...

Democratic Republic of Congo military orders Rwandan rebels to surrender

KIGALI, Rwanda The Congolese military has ordered the Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR) rebels in eastern Congo to disarm and surrender as efforts continue to end violence in the country. In a statement late Friday, the...

‘This Will Be My 8th War That I Have Solved’: US President Donald Trump Expresses Confidence in His Ability at ‘Solving Wars’ (Watch Video)

Washington, October 13: US President Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) reiterated that he has been instrumental in resolving several long-standing global conflicts. During an interaction with reporters aboard Air Force One while travelling to...

Rwanda exports critical mineral tungsten concentrate to the U.S. for the first time

The United States has received its first shipment of tungsten concentrate from Rwanda, marking a major milestone in Washington’s effort to diversify its mineral supply chains and strengthen ties with Africa. The tungsten concentrate, sourced from...

Team 47 - President Peacemaker

Analysis of President Donald Trump’s latest cabinet meeting and his bold claim of negotiating peace in eight major conflicts worldwide, including Armenia-Azerbaijan, Congo-Rwanda, Iran-Israel, India-Pakistan, Cambodia-Thailand, Serbia-Kosovo, and...

Preview: South Africa vs Rwanda - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Africa clash between South Africa and Rwanda, including predictions, team news and possible lineups. The stage is set for a thrilling finale in the CAF World Cup 2026 qualifiers, when South...

Egara Kabaji installed as Mount Kigali University Chancellor

Mount Kigali University Council chair Innocent Mugisha, Prof Stanley Waudo (right), install Prof Egara Kabaji (centre) as chancellor on October 10, 2025. [Courtesy] Renowned Kenyan scholar, Prof Egara Kabaji, has been installed as the new...

Redefining the Blue Helmets: Delhi Hosts Global Military Chiefs to Shape the Future of Peacekeeping

Official Logo of UNTCC'25 Launched in New Delhi Photo : Times Now India will host the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries (UN TCC) Conclave 2025 from October 14 to 16 in the national capital, bringing together senior military leaders from...

IRCC raises cap for study to PR pathway  

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will accept close to 700 more applications through its Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP) study to permanent residence (PR) pathway. This increase brings the total number of...

ZCTU threatens mass action over Zanu PF plan to extend Mnangagwa’s term

By Alois Vinga The Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) has condemned plans by the ruling Zanu PF party to amend the Constitution and extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s tenure, describing the proposal as a betrayal of democracy and a...

Nigeria News11 minutes ago Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Sunday, 12th October, 2025 Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Sunday, 12th October, 2025. 1. Tinubu’s Minister …

Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Sunday, 12th October, 2025. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is reportedly contemplating replacing his Minister of Finance and Coordinating...

Rwanda Celebrates Completion of Smart Education Project and DigiTruck Launch

KIGALI, Rwanda, Oct. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Huawei and Rwanda's Ministry of Education announced the completion of the first phase of the Smart Education Project and the launch of a new Huawei TECH4ALL DigiTruck project at Kagarama High School in...

GSMA, African Mobile Operators Partner for Affordable 4G Smartphones

The GSMA, in collaboration with six of Africa’s largest mobile operators, Airtel, Axian Telecom, Ethio Telecom, MTN, Orange, and Vodacom, this week announced a groundbreaking baseline set of minimum requirements for an affordable entry-level 4G...

Rwanda, Germany Sign EUR 18 Million Grant to Boost Social Protection

1 Kigali – Rwanda and Germany have signed a new EUR 18 million (approximately RWF 30.5 billion) grant agreement aimed at strengthening Rwanda’s inclusive social protection system and supporting efforts to lift vulnerable households out of poverty....

Political opinion with Cllr Duncan Crow: Leaving the ECHR becomes Conservative policy

I view it as important that mainstream political parties address sensitive subjects such as immigration and asylum. If we do not address the genuine concerns that many people have, we leave the door open for extremists to fill a vacuum....