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Prince Harry made a surprise appearance on the red carpet at TIME’s 100 Most Influential People in Sports event in New York City, just days after his private reunion with his father, King Charles III, in the United…
Australia continues to prove that success in motorcycle racing is not only about population size or economic power, but also about talent, commitment and determination. Despite having a population of around 28 million…
Folorunso Alakija is one of Africa’s most remarkable female business leaders, building a multibillion-dollar fortune through determination, strategic thinking and resilience. Born on 15 July 1951 in Ikorodu, Lagos…
Africa’s presence among America’s richest immigrants may appear small in numbers, but its financial influence tells a much bigger story. According to Forbes’ latest ranking of America’s wealthiest foreign-born…
Iran has launched new attacks against U.S. facilities in the Gulf, escalating tensions after six consecutive nights of American strikes on Iranian military targets. The latest exchange of attacks marks a further…
U.S. President Donald Trump has accused China of interfering in the 2020 presidential election, reigniting his long-running claims about election security despite previous assessments by the U.S. intelligence community…
Rwanda has been listed among eight African countries reportedly considered for easier travel arrangements to Spain and the wider Schengen Area, according to information circulating online. The reported list includes…
Argentina booked their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final after producing a sensational late comeback to defeat England 2-1 in a thrilling semi-final at Atlanta Stadium. England looked on course for their first…
Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba , has called for faster implementation of reforms within the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), emphasizing the need for better planning,…
The United States has called for an immediate and unconditional humanitarian truce in Sudan, warning that the country's prolonged conflict is no longer just a national crisis but a growing regional security threat…
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation on Wednesday received the European Union Ambassador to Rwanda, H.E. Belen Calvo , for a farewell courtesy call as she prepares to conclude her diplomatic…
Australia is taking further steps to increase women’s participation in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), with young Australians enrolled in the Khuda Women in STEM program set to contribute to…
Rwanda Development Board (RDB) Chief Executive Officer Jean-Guy Afrika has described the new partnership between Visit Rwanda and English Premier League club Aston Villa FC as a major milestone in Rwanda's efforts to…
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency has ordered its officers to largely suspend vehicle stops following two fatal shootings involving its agents in Maine and Texas within the past week, according…
Aston Villa have reached an agreement with Visit Rwanda to become the club's new front-of-shirt sponsor in a deal reportedly worth £20 million per season, marking one of the biggest commercial partnerships in the…
Uganda's High Court has directed opposition politician Dr. Kizza Besigye and his co-accused to select legal representatives from the court's State Brief criminal panel after repeated disputes over legal representation…
Beau Neilson, the daughter of South African-born billionaire investor Kerr Neilson and Zimbabwe-born billionaire philanthropist Judith Neilson, has sold her landmark Sydney residence for approximately A$13 million…
The best performers of the 2025/26 BK Pro League season were celebrated on Sunday night as players, coaches, clubs, and football stakeholders gathered for the inaugural BK Pro League Awards, with Al Hilal SC forward…
Burundian forward Jean Claude Girumugisha has been named the 2025/26 BK Pro League Player of the Season, capping off a remarkable campaign with Al Hilal SC by taking home the league's top individual honour and a…
Qatar has laid to rest its former leader, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Father Emir who transformed the small Gulf nation into a global economic and political power. Sheikh Hamad, who ruled Qatar from 1995…
Argentina booked their place in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Switzerland 3-1 following extra time in a dramatic quarter-final played at Kansas City Stadium on Sunday. The reigning world…
England booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals after a dramatic 2-1 extra-time victory over Norway in a tense quarter-final clash at Miami Stadium. The Three Lions were forced to fight back after…
American fitness and sports content creator Ashton Hall visited the Kigali Genocide Memorial in Gisozi on Saturday, where he paid tribute to the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. Hall was accompanied by…
Ethiopia and the United Arab Emirates have expanded their joint digital skills program, the 5 Million Ethiopian Coders Initiative, to reach seven million participants after the project surpassed its original target…