Rwanda: Kwita Izina 2024 Postponed

[ad_1] Rwanda Development Board on Tuesday, October 8, announced the postponement of Kwita Izina 2024. A related public notice indicated that a new date would be communicated. Public Notice: Rwanda Development Board announces postponement of Kwita Izina 2024 pic.twitter.com/wbDeujK3iv-- Rwanda Development Board (@RDBrwanda) October 8, 2024 Twenty-two mountain gorillas born in the last 12 months were to be named during the 20th Kwita Izina ceremony, which was earlier scheduled to take place on October 18, marking the 20th anniversary of […]

October 10, 2024 1

News

Rwanda: Fact Sheet – HHS Actions to Support Response to Marburg Outbreak in Rwanda

[ad_1] U.S. Department of Health and Human ServicesFact SheetOctober 7, 2024 On September 27, 2024, the Republic of Rwanda's Ministry of Health reported cases of Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) in seven districts around the country and declared an outbreak. As of October 6, 2024, Rwanda has reported 49 cases and 12 deaths from MVD. The United States is taking a whole of government approach, working in partnership with the government of Rwanda, WHO, Africa CDC, and other international partners to […]

October 10, 2024 3

Africa

Africa CDC Boss Challenges ‘Unfair’ U.S. Travel Notice to Rwanda Over Marburg

[ad_1] The Director General of Africa CDC, Dr. Jean Kaseya, on Wednesday, October 9, said that the decision by the US to issue a travel notice to Rwanda due to the Marburg outbreak is unfair and unacceptable. ALSO READ: WHO seeks $7.7m to support Rwanda's Marburg outbreak response The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Monday, October 8, issued a level 3 travel notice for the country and said next week it will begin screening travelers who have […]

October 9, 2024 1

Entertainment

Rwanda: Minister Umutoni Calls for Stronger Collaboration in African Cinema Industry

[ad_1] Rwandan Minister of State for Youth and Arts, Sandrine Umutoni, has emphasised on the need for greater collaboration in Africa's film industry. Umutoni was speaking at the the second edition of Africa Cinema Summit taking place in Accra, Ghana on Tuesday, October 8. The event aims at bridging the gap by promoting collaborations, innovation, and sustainable growth within the African cinema industry. ALSO READ: Key highlights that shaped Rwandan cinema Umutoni commended Africa's rich history of storytelling, noting how […]

October 9, 2024 2

News

Rwanda: Kiyovu’s Mbirizi On Trials At Al-Merrikh

[ad_1] Kiyovu Sports winger Eric Mbirizi is in Mauritania for trials with Sudanese giants Al-Merrikh SC. The Burundi international joined the Green Baggies in August as a free agent in the June-July transfer window but he is considering his future elsewhere as the club remains banned by world football governing body (FIFA) from registering new players. Times Sport can confirm that Mbirizi is with Al-Merrikh in Mauritania as he hopes to complete his move as soon as he passes trials. […]

October 9, 2024 2

News

Rwanda Intensifies Efforts to Prevent Marburg Virus ‘Export’

[ad_1] Rwanda is intensifying efforts including contact tracing as well as screening travelers at Kigali International Airport (KIA) to prevent potential export of Marburg virus disease cases, health minister Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana said on Thursday, October 3. He made the observation during a press briefing, on the Marburg outbreak, co-hosted by the Director-General of Africa Centers for Disease Control (Africa CDC), Dr Jean Kaseya. Nsanzimana was commenting on surveillance to address international spread of the virus, and policy regarding international […]

October 9, 2024

Africa

Africa: Equatorial Guinea Economic Update – Designing Fiscal Instruments for Sustainable Forestry

[ad_1] Malabo — The World Bank today issued the 2024 Equatorial Guinea Economic Update which analyzes the country's recent economic developments and outlook and highlights the importance of designing effective fiscal instruments for sustainable forestry and economic diversification. Following two years of recovery, the economy of Equatorial Guinea contracted by 5.7% in 2023, driven by a decline in the hydrocarbon sector. Inflation decreased to 2.4% in 2023 compared to 4.9% in 2022, partly due to tight monetary policies pursued by […]

October 9, 2024 2

Africa

Africa: Response to the Mpox Epidemic – Interview With Dr. Michel Muvudi On the World Bank’s Strategic Role in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)

[ad_1] In the fight against the mpox epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the World Bank has rolled out a number of major initiatives to support the government and the affected communities. This interview with Dr. Michel Muvudi, Senior Health Specialist with the World Bank, highlights the work being done to address this epidemic and highlights the recommendations in place for the population. What steps have been taken by the World Bank to support the Democratic Republic of Congo […]

October 9, 2024 3

Africa

Africa: Bornito De Sousa Heads AU Electoral Observation Mission to Mozambique

[ad_1] Luanda — The former vice-president of the Republic, Bornito de Sousa, heads the delegation of the African Union (AU) Election Observation Mission (AUEOM), to the presidential, legislative and provincial elections in Mozambique, which will take place on October 9th. According to information published on the African Union website, the chairman of the African Union Commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat, approved the implementation of this short-term mission that will monitor and report on the 9 October general elections in Mozambique. It […]

October 8, 2024 2

Central Africa