Rwanda: Who Are Rwanda’s Top 5 Artists With Largest YouTube Community?

[ad_1] Gospel music sensation Israel Mbonyi has surpassed US-based secular-cum-gospel musician Meddy, and replaced him as Rwanda's first artiste with highest number of YouTube subscribers. Mbonyi's YouTube subscription hit 1.44 million, breaking Meddy's landmark record of 1.43 million subscribers. The 'Nina Siri' saw his music distribution significantly increasing at pace since he decided to sing in other languages, especially Kiswahili, expanding his ministry's reach to other East African countries including Tanzania. Top 5 ranked Rwandan musicians are increasingly building devoted […]

October 18, 2024

Africa

Africa: Joe Biden in Africa – U.S. President Has Ignored the Continent for His Entire Term – Why He’s Visiting Angola

[ad_1] US president Joe Biden chose to visit Africa in the final weeks of his presidency. It would be his first trip to the continent since taking office in January 2021. The trip was postponed at the last minute because of the devastation wrought by Hurricane Milton in the US. It has been rescheduled for the first week in December. Angola is located in the western region of southern Africa. With 37.2 million people, it is the 11th most populous […]

October 17, 2024

Africa

Africa: Rwanda’s Marburg Outbreak Claims 15 Lives

[ad_1] Rwanda has had 62 cases and 15 deaths from its Marburg outbreak since its declaration three weeks ago, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General, said during a media briefing. "Seventeen people are in isolation and care, 30 have recovered, and more than 800 contacts are being followed up," Tedros said. He echoed previous statements that travel and trade restrictions are unnecessary and could harm local economies. Meanwhile, a clinical trial for vaccines and treatments has commenced, involving partnerships with […]

October 17, 2024

Africa

Africa: WHO Africa Chief Lauds Rwanda’s ‘Swift’ Response to Marburg Outbreak

[ad_1] World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for Africa Dr Matshidiso Moeti on Wednesday, October 16, visited Marburg outbreak response sites in Kigali and thanked Rwandan health workers and survivors for their work and bravery. .@WHORwanda honoured to host @WHOAFRO Regional Director @MoetiTshidi in Kigali . She visited key sites at the centre of the #Marburg outbreak response, including the Command Centre and treatment centre, where she thanked health workers and survivors for their work & bravery. pic.twitter.com/YPULwANQwf-- WHO Rwanda […]

October 17, 2024

News

Africa: Angola, DR Congo, Egypt Qualify, South Africa Denied By Congo

[ad_1] TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 qualifiers action on Tuesday saw more nations secure their place in the finals as the race towards a place in Morocco continues to intensify across the continent. Angola, DR Congo and Egypt were the three nations that secured their tickets to next year's showpiece during the 16h00 GMT matches that took place on Tuesday evening. CAFOnline takes a look at some of the outcomes of the fixtures that took place. Rwanda […]

October 16, 2024

News

Angola Beat Niger, Qualify for CAN for 10th Time

[ad_1] Luanda — Angola national football team qualified for the African Cup of Nations (CAN2025) on Tuesday after beating Niger 1-0 in the fourth round of Group F qualifying. The sole goal of the match played at the Stade Larbi Zaouli in Morocco, was scored by Zini at the minute (1'), allowing the Angolans to consolidate their lead in Group F, with 12 points. Angola had defeated Niger 2-0 at home in the third round of the qualifying group after […]

October 16, 2024

News

Senegal/Ghana: Senegal, Uganda and DR Congo Seal TotalEnergies CAF Afcon Places, Sudan Sink Ghana

[ad_1] DR Congo, Uganda and Senegal secured their spots at the 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco after important wins in their qualifying matches on Tuesday. Tanzania 0-2 DR Congo: Meschack Elia brace seals victory DR Congo continued their perfect run in Group H with a commanding 2-0 win over Tanzania at the Benjamin Mkapa National Stadium that helped them seal their place at the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON in Morocco. After a goalless first half, Meschack Elia […]

October 16, 2024

News

Rwanda: Investors Look to Exploit Rwanda’s Popular Twin Lakes

[ad_1] Investors are increasingly eyeing tourism and hospitality projects along Rwanda's twin lakes of Ruhondo and Burera, aiming to transform the area into a vibrant tourism hub, The New Times has learned. Located in the northern part of Rwanda, near Musanze District, the twin lakes offer views of the surrounding steep hills and waterfalls. Visitors can also enjoy panoramic views of the Volcanoes National Park, home to the mountain gorillas. The park includes five volcanoes: Muhabura, Sabyinyo, Karisimbi, Bisoke, and […]

October 16, 2024

Entertainment

Rwanda: Mbonyi Takes Regional Music Tour to Tanzania

[ad_1] Rwanda's gospel star Israel Mbonyi is not planning to rest anytime soon this year as he already set Tanzania as his next stop for his East African music tour. This comes weeks after the 'Nina Siri' hit maker put up big shows both in Kenya and Uganda that attracted tens of thousands of worshipers including top government officials and celebrities. ALSO READ: Israel Mbonyi lights up Brussels This time around, the artiste has confirmed two major concerts in East […]

October 16, 2024

Central Africa