Data gaps causes African governance to keep deteriorating, Mo Ibrahim foundation report
Africa remains the continent most impacted by data gaps globally, with the region possessing the lowest availability of civil registration and vital statistics, a new report shows. Only three African countries (Egypt, Mauritius, and Seychelles) have a death registration system…
Covid-19 epidemic heating up for nine consecutive weeks in Japan
The Covid-19 epidemic in Japan has been heating up for nine consecutive weeks as new mutant strains have spread. The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare of the Japanese government stated that the number of confirmed cases has increased, and…
AI may not take African jobs away anytime soon; MIT study suggests but warns filmmakers
While technology and labor experts agree that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will push at least a third of the global workforce into joblessness, a new study suggests this will not be economically viable to employers anytime soon. Recent studies by the…
WHO warns for ‘Disease X’ that might be 20 times more dangerous than coronavirus
The World Health Organization (WHO) has revealed that there are fears of an epidemic called “Disease X” spreading in the world, which is 20 times more dangerous than the Corona epidemic. During a recent session of the World Economic Forum,…
December was named Constipation Awareness Month, why treatment matters
Although constipation is very common, if it is overlooked, it can eventually cause complications, some of which may be serious, says Professor Olusegun Adekanle, a consultant gastroenterologist with the Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital Complex. December was named Constipation Awareness…
Artificial intelligence boosts the efficiency of service delivery in Rwandan health sector
It was in 2019 that the first humanoid robot named Sofia appeared in the Transform Africa summit in Kigali convention center, back then Rwanda was yet to focus on artificial intelligence (AI) technology. However, AI had started to function in…
Travelling to destinations within the Kaza area gives tourists an amazing experience
Travelling to the many fabulous destinations within the Kaza area gives you some truly amazing experiences, but it also has the added bonus of putting money directly into the local communities and helping to support this amazing initiative. Southern Africa…
Former Zimbabwean university student up to advocates for menstrual period poverty that threatens young girls
The former Zimbabwean university student who is also Living Dreams International founder, Florence Kayungwa says that the challenges faced by young girls during the menstrual period are threatening their education and general well-being. Her organization has been advocating for the…
Campaign by activists results in 50 hours trip for giraffe Benito to escape extreme climate
A giraffe named Benito has left his home in Mexico's arid north to begin a 2,000km-trip (1,200 miles) to more temperate climates further south. Benito's voyage follows a long campaign by activists who warned that he was suffering in the…
More than half of Americans consider four-year degree too much pain for too little gain
A November 2022 survey by ZipRecruiter collected by Business Insider shows that 44% of respondents with college degrees regretted choosing their major, with English, communications, sociology, and marketing as the most regretted majors. So is college really not worth the…
Misinformation and disinformation driven by Misuse of AI among global threats to beware
Misinformation and disinformation, mainly driven by the misuse of Artificial Intelligence, are the leading expected global threats in the next two years, according to the Global Risks Report 2024. The report by the World Economic Forum (WEF) explores some of…
Integrating Artificial Intelligence with IoT, a worthy transformation for Rwanda’s Agricultural Revolution
Agriculture remains Rwanda's major economic activity today. Despite remarkable improvements over recent years, the agricultural sector in Rwanda still faces many challenges. As Rwanda strives to embrace advanced technologies as solutions to pertinent issues, the transformation from internet of things…
Access to funding among top challenges faced by entrepreneurs and businesses in Africa
In Africa, apart from the known business challenges such as the decrepit infrastructure, inconsistent government policies, double taxation, increasing inflation, regulation irregularities and the COVID-19 pandemic consequences in recent times, overwhelmingly, lack of capital or funding issues contribute majorly to…
Google to lay off more employees amid the use of artificial intelligence
Google CEO Sundar Pichai has warned employees that more layoffs are in store at the search engine giant as it focused on new priorities, including artificial intelligence. "These role eliminations are not at the scale of last year's reductions, and…
Giving women access to innovative and improved healthcare can save $1 trillion worldwide: report
The huge gap between how women and men's health are treated costs $1 trillion a year worldwide, the World Economic Forum said on Wednesday. Women spend a quarter more of their lives suffering from poor health than men, a disparity…
20 percent of adult people snore on regular basis, study
Some may not want to hear this, but snoring is a serious health problem. It's not only annoying for the people you're sleeping with but it also complicates your own rest. According to studies, 40 percent of adults occasionally snore,…
Mount Kilimanjaro among the most beautiful mountains in the world for tourists
Mountains have long captivated the human imagination with their majestic beauty and awe-inspiring presence. They serve as a refuge for those seeking solace in nature's embrace and offer breathtaking views that touch the soul. These five of the most beautiful…
International labor organization predicts millions of people who will join job search market in 2024
The report by the International labor organization says that joblessness and the jobs gap that have fallen below pre-pandemic levels, have shown signs that global unemployment will rise in 2024. In the same vein, the world leaders and governments are…
Child entrepreneurs make waves as African parents ban theirs from owning money
While some African parents are busy prohibiting their children to work, even worse to own money, around the globe, there are many child entrepreneurs who are making waves. However, a large portion of them are based in the U.K. With…
Some people’s favorite breakfasts can harm their dental hygiene
Breakfast is touted as the most important meal of the day because it kick-starts your metabolism and gives you the energy to run for most of the day. However, the wrong choice of meal could leave you feeling hungry shortly…
Shecanic, Africa’s wheelwomen breaking ground of deemed society’s ‘unconventional for girls’
In a world where tyres, toolboxes and gears were thought to be the exclusive preserve of men in grease-stained overalls, Nana Afua Serwaa Adusei fearlessly crashed through those stereotypes, leaving a trail of inspiration in her wake. Nana Afua Serwaa…
Wanchi-Dandi ecotourism village could be best model in Africa, Prof. Alemayehu
The newly inaugurated Wanchi-Dandi Ecotourism Village could be cited as one of the best model projects in Africa, the renowned Professor of political science at California State University, Alemayehu G. Mariam remarked. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed along with higher government…
Overweight people can have trouble thinking properly, the study.
More than just your physical, health might be affected by the size of your waistline, says the new study that investigated the relationship between visceral fat and brain cognition, and found that people with excess body fat could have trouble…
Morning exercise burns more fat but afternoon one reduce the risks of premature death, study.
A recent study involving more than 90,000 people, says that afternoon exercise may reduce the risks of premature death more than morning or evening workouts. The study also finds that physical activity at any time of the day is better…
Women need to work on glutes muscles found in the buttocks to sculpt a perfect bottom.
Many times women feel left out when an article focuses on male fitness goals such as biceps, a toned chest and abdominal muscles. A well sculpted bottom happens to be an important aspect of a female’s good looks more than…
The first ever black model was worshiped by French fan
The first black person to ever appear in modelling industry, and open doors for African American fashion models particularly those with dark complexion tones, was Helen Williams. She was then recognized as a pioneer in modelling industry, and it’s because…
Green tea contains caffeine, people with high blood pressure advised not to take much
People with high blood pressure and other blood conditions are advised to avoid drinking a lot of green tea at a time, nutritionist and other health scientists say that it contains caffeine. They should consult with nutritionists or dietitians before…
Plastics pollution causing infertility and cancer mostly in men
There is a growing public concern over the increasing cancer cases and men who cannot have children because they are infertile. The Ugandan ministry of health figures show that infertility affects about 15 percent of couples of reproductive age in…
Global economy heading towards lowest half-decade growth in 30 years, warns the world bank
The global economy is set to hit a grim record by the end of 2024, the lowest half-decade GDP growth in 30 years according to World bank’s latest global economic prospect report. Economic performance in the first half of the…
Eurozone expected to grow slightly more in 2024
The world bank predicts the 20-nation euro area will grow 0.7 percent this year, a modest improvement on last year’s 0.4 percent expansion. The international financial institution expects economic growth in the US, the country which led the way in…
Family history might be a root cause of depression, a review by doctors
Medical experts propose some reasons that might be the root causes of depression, among others family history, childhood abuse or relationship issues and being submitted to chronic stress. Research suggests that depression is not simply a chemical imbalance. According to…
Like Rwanda, Morocco among top seven African countries to visit in 2024
For a very long time, Morocco has been at the top of the list of places to travel. In 2024, life style capital named it one of the best seven African destinations to visit. The list also features Rwanda, Ghana,…
Zanzibar, Madagascar and Patmos from the bible among the most beautiful islands in the world
Some islands are said to be among the best in the whole world based on their particular characteristics and appearance, some for the history and cultural connotations attached. Mauritius island in the Indian ocean, combined French and English influence with…
Electric vehicles are the cheapest cars on sale today
Since they have entered the mainstream market, there has been a stigma around electric cars because of their higher initial costs compared to petrol and diesel cars. But electric cars have developed significantly since the arrival of cars like Nissan…
Stars and billionaires who use their private jets the most are labeled as climate offenders
Americans emit three times more than the global average, but that is nothing compared to the billionaires and celebrities who catch their private jets as often as someone else catch a bus or grab their car. In 2021, per capita…
Tumba: barasaba ko abavugwa mu rubanza rwa Munyemana nabo bakurikiranwa n’ubutabera
Abarokotse jenoside ba Tumba, aho Dr. Munyemana Sosthene yakoreye ibyaha bya jenoside n’ibyaha byibasiye inyokomuntu, yahamijwe n’urukiko rwa rubanda rw’I Paris mu Bufaransa, barasaba ko abandi bavuzwe muri uru rubanza bafatanije nawe gukora ibyo byaha nabo bakurikiranwa n’ubutabera. Abagarukwaho cyane…
“Tumba ni muruhuke”, Daphrosa Gauthier ku myaka 24 y’igifungo Munyemana yakatiwe
Nyuma y’amasaha menshi yari ashize abantu batandukanye bategereje umwanzuro w’urukiko rwa rubanda rw’I Paris mu Bufaransa, ku rubanza rwa Dr. Munyemana Sosthene waburanishwaga ku byaha bya jenoside ndetse n’ibyaha byibasiye inyokomuntu, urukiko rwamukatiye igifungo cy’imyaka 24 mu gihe ubushinjacyaha bwo…
Paris: ubushinjacyaha bwasabiye Munyemana gufungwa imyaka 30, abamwunganira basaba ko agirwa umwere
Mu rubanza rwa Dr. Munyemana Sosthene rurimo kuburanishwa n’urukiko rwa rubanda rw’ I Paris mu Bufaransa ku byaha bya jenoside ndetse n’ibyaha byibasiye inyokomuntu, ubushinjacyaha bwamusabiye gufungwa imyaka 30, naho abamwunganira basaba ko agirwa umwere ngo kuko icyo azira ari…
‘Every Genocide Accused Claims to Have Protected Tutsi’: Eric Gillet Testifies in Munyemana Trial
Eric Gillet, a context witness in the trial of Dr. Sosthène Munyemana before the Paris Assize Court, highlighted a recurring claim made by individuals accused of participating in the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda that they had protected…
‘Everyone Accused of Genocide Protected the Tutsi’: Eric Gillet Testifies in Munyemana Trial
Eric Gillet, a context witness in the trial of Dr. Sosthène Munyemana before the Paris Assize Court, highlighted a recurring claim made by individuals accused of participating in the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda that they had protected…
Witness Describes Tumba Sector Office as a “Transit to Death” in Dr. Munyemana’s Trial
During the trial of Dr. Sosthène Munyemana at the Paris Assize Court, multiple witnesses referred to the Tumba sector office where Munyemana held the keys as a “transit to death” for Tutsi during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. One…
Un témoin qualifie le bureau du secteur de Tumba de ‘transit vers la mort’ dans le procès du Dr. Munyemana
Lors du procès du Dr. Sosthène Munyemana devant la cour d’assises de Paris, plusieurs témoins ont décrit le bureau du secteur de Tumba, dont l’accusé détenait les clés, comme un véritable transit vers la mort pour les Tutsi pendant le…
Procès Munyemana : Le viol des mères devant leurs enfants, un acte de continuité du génocide
Lors du procès de Sosthène Munyemana devant la cour d’assises de Paris, Madame Hélène Dumas, témoin de contexte, a souligné que le viol constitue un acte de génocide visant à perpétuer ses effets destructeurs.« Des enfants sont témoins du meurtre…
Umunyarwanda Munyemana nawe agiye kubaranira mu rukiko rwo mu Bufaransa kuri jenoside yakorewe abatutsi
Urukiko rwa rubanda rw’I Paris mu bufaransa rwatangiye kuburanisha undi munyarwada ukurikiranweho uruhare muri jenoside yakorewe abatutsi mu 1994, uwo akaba ari Dr. Munyemana Sosthene wahoze ari muganga w’abagore mu cyahoze ari perefegitura ya Butare. Munyemana arashinjwa kugira uruhare muri…
Ifumbire mvaruganda igira ingaruka zirambye ku buzima bw’abantu: ubushakashatsi
N’ubwo ifumbire mvaruganda ifasha kongera umusaruro w’ubuhinzi ndetse bigatuma isi ibasha guhangana n’ikibazo cy’inzara ahanini kigendana n’ubwiyongere bukabije bw’abayituye, ubushakashatsi bwagaragaje ko ikoreshwa ry’iyi fumbire rigira ingaruka zirambye ku buzima bw’abantu batungwa n’ibiva mu buhinzi iyi fumbire iba yakoreshejwemo. Mu…
L’Institut National de la Statistique du Rwanda Salue les Initiatives Pionnières en Matière de Données
Le Conseil d'Administration de L'Institut National de la Statistique du Rwanda (NISR), qui s'est réuni pour sa session ordinaire ce 5 octobre 2023, a célébré un moment historique qui a été marquée par des expressions d'appréciation pour l'engagement du NISR…
Gicumbi: bashimiye Pax press yibukije abaturage inshingano zabo mu matora akorwa mu Rwanda
Abaturage n’abayobozi batandukanye mu karere ka Gicumbi bashimiye Pax press, umuryango nyarwanda w’abanyamakuru baharanira amahoro ku bukangurambaga bugamije kwibutsa abaturage inshingano zabo nk’abanyagihugu beza mu matora ateganijwe mu Rwanda harimo ay’umukuru w’igihugu ndetse n’ay’abagize inteko ishinga amategeko. Ni ubukangurambaga bwabereye…
Blasting vaccine inequity, Rwanda eyes to become vaccines hub in Africa
Rwanda has committed to host the vaccine-manufacturing hub in order to share vaccines with the rest of East Africa as a way of strengthening regional integration and building regional capacities in the region whose healthcare system was caught off-guard recently…
Rwanda Using Decentralized Health System to Overcome COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy
Rwanda’s decentralized community-based care, an approach aimed at bringing health workers closer to the population at the village level, has played a crucial role in tackling the COVID-19 pandemic and countering vaccine hesitancy in this East African nation. The proposed…
Paris : « Merci à la justice », déclare Gauthier après la condamnation de Biguma
Suite à la condamnation à la réclusion criminelle à perpétuité de Philippe Hategekimana, alias Biguma, par la cour d’assises de Paris, le président du Collectif des Parties Civiles pour le Rwanda (CPCR), Alain Gauthier, a exprimé sa gratitude en déclarant…