Reporting from the Hobe News archive
The ongoing crisis in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) remains one of the most protracted and devastating conflicts in modern history. For nearly three decades, this region has been engulfed in…
On Monday, February 10, the Cabinet approved several tax policy measures aimed at enhancing Rwanda’s ability to mobilize financial resources through a broader tax base. These measures are designed to support economic…
The tragic death of 15-year-old Indigenous schoolboy Cassius Turvey in October 2022 continues to haunt Australia, highlighting the persistent violence faced by young Indigenous Australians. The murder trial of…
A delegation from the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) Command and Staff College, led by Brigadier General Andrew Nyamvumba, is in Qatar for a one-week International Study Tour. According to a tweet from the Rwanda Defence…
Kigali is set to experience an unforgettable night of reggae vibrations as Pillar Motel, in partnership with Rwandan Reggae Artists Unity, hosts Reggae Night on Sunday, February 16, 2025. This highly anticipated event…
A Cabinet meeting chaired by President Paul Kagame at Village Urugwiro on Monday, February 10, approved legal instruments to implement medium-term domestic resource mobilization measures, including taxes and levies, to…
In the heart of West Africa, where music and tradition weave an intricate tapestry of culture, the djembe stands as a powerful symbol of unity and peace. This hand-carved wooden drum, with its taut goat-skin head and…
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is set to engage with US President Donald Trump in a bid to secure Australia’s exemption from newly announced tariffs on steel and aluminium imports. President Trump announced earlier…
David Polson AM (November 23, 1954 – February 10, 2025) was a pioneer, a survivor, and a tireless advocate for people living with HIV/AIDS. His life was defined by extraordinary resilience, unwavering determination,…
A court has heard harrowing details surrounding the tragic death of 15-year-old Cassius Turvey, a Noongar Yamatji boy, who was brutally attacked in October 2022. The trial, currently underway, has revealed allegations…
A fatal crash on the Bruce Highway south of Rockhampton has claimed the life of a man after a collision between a car and a truck led to a fiery wreck. Emergency services responded to the incident near Gavial Creek at…
Shadow Finance Minister Jane Hume has strongly criticized the Albanese government, accusing it of misleading Australians regarding an alleged $11 billion budget shortfall. The Coalition contends that Labor’s economic…
For the past six months, Queenslanders have been enjoying an unprecedented public transport initiative that has significantly reduced travel costs. Whether embarking on a lengthy journey from Gympie to the Gold Coast…
The Rwandan community in Kenya gathered on Saturday, February 9, at the High Commissioner’s residence to celebrate National Heroes Day. According to the Rwandan Embassy in Nairobi, the event provided an opportunity to…
In the Matchday 16 of the Rwanda Premier League, Rayon Sports played against Musanze FC, with the match ending in a 2-2 draw. Rayon Sports had aimed to win the game to maintain their position at the top of the league,…
The Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority (RURA) has announced revised fuel pump prices, which will take effect on Sunday, February 9, 2025, at 6:00 AM, for a duration of two months. In a statement released on…
On February 6, 2025, the Conference Hall of the Rwanda Bible Society hosted a crucial meeting that brought together leaders from various religious denominations under the umbrella of the Rwanda Interfaith Council…
Rwanda National Police (RNP) has arrested 15 people, who are members of the same racket suspected to be behind series of motorcycle theft in Nyagatare and Gicumbi districts. They were paraded to the media on Friday,…
President Paul Kagame arrived in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on Saturday, February 8, to join Heads of State from the East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) for a joint summit…
The military high court on Friday, February 7, maintained the life sentence imprisonment verdict to Sgt Gervais Minani after 2 days of hearing on his appeal at the same place where he committed the crime in Nyamasheke…
In today’s fast-paced digital world, mass media plays an ever-growing role in shaping society. From political campaigns to global movements, from cultural shifts to economic trends, the power of mass communication…
On February 6, 2025, the state of Alabama carried out the execution of Demetrius Terrence Frazier, a 52-year-old man convicted of the 1991 rape and murder of Pauline Brown. The execution took place at Holman…
The bodies of 14 South African soldiers who died in battle against M23 rebels on Friday, February 7, were repatriated from Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to their home country via Rwanda. The remains…
Kalgoorlie, WA – February 15, 2025 – The heart of the Goldfields is set to come alive with a celebration of diversity and unity as the Goldfields Multicultural Community Organisation, in collaboration with the Museum…