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Kigali Daily News - KDN
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August 24, 2026
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Kigali Daily News - KDN
August 24, 2026 ● Ed. 20260824 ● p.1
Sports
Rwanda Premier League Approves Rwf1.28 Billion Budget for 2026/27 BK Pro League
NAHIMANA Fabrice · Aug 23
Rwanda Premier League approves a Rwf1.28 billion budget for the 2026/27 BK Pro League and limits Sudanese clubs to six foreign players on the pitch.
The Rwanda Premier League has approved a budget of Rwf1.28 billion for the 2026/27 BK Pro League season, while introducing new regulations affecting Sudanese clubs participating in the competition. The decisions were reached during an ordinary Rwanda Premier League meeting held on Sunday, August 23, 2026, bringing together representatives of all 16 clubs set to compete in the upcoming season. According to the approved budget, the league will operate with Rwf1,280,055,000, which will also cover va
Analysis
Is Kivu Leaving Kinshasa for Kigali After More Than a Century of Colonial Separation?
Kigali Daily News · Aug 23 ★ Premium
North and South Kivu are experiencing growing political, economic and social ties with Rwanda amid AFC/M23 control, raising questions about Kinshasa’s authority and the region’s future.
DRCongo Crisis
AFC/M23 and DR Congo Agree on New Roadmap to Advance Doha Peace Process
NAHIMANA Fabrice · Aug 23
AFC/M23 and the DR Congo government agree on a new roadmap to advance the Doha peace process, with a ceasefire verification mission set for Minembwe on August 24.
Kigali Daily News - KDN
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Rwanda
Rwanda briefs diplomats on intensified crackdown on Illicit Alcohol
NAHIMANA Fabrice · Aug 22
Rwanda has intensified its crackdown on illicit and substandard alcoholic beverages, closing factories and bars while arresting suspects and investigating officials over alleged regulatory violations.
Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Olivier Nduhungirehe, together with Health Minister Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana and Minister of Trade and Industry Tony Kajangwe, convened a diplomatic briefing on the government’s efforts to tackle illicit alcoholic beverages and measures to build a more resilient society. The briefing, held on August 21, 2026, provided an opportunity for the government to engage diplomatic partners, share Rwanda’s approach to the issue and highlight ong
DRCongo Crisis
Banyamulenge Reject Fayulu’s Claims as “Historically False and Dangerous”
NAHIMANA Fabrice · Aug 22
The Banyamulenge community has condemned Martin Fayulu’s remarks questioning their Congolese identity, warning that such rhetoric could deepen divisions and threaten national cohesion in DR Congo.
Regional
Uganda’s Umeme Eyes Sierra Leone Power Distribution Deal After Concession Loss
NAHIMANA Fabrice · Aug 21 ★ Premium
Uganda’s Umeme is exploring a potential power distribution venture in Sierra Leone as the utility seeks new opportunities after the termination of its 20-year concession in Uganda.
Kigali Daily News - KDN
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Entertainment
Kigali to welcome afrobeats superstar Rema for Kwita Izina concert
NAHIMANA Fabrice · Aug 21
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Rema will headline the Kwita Izina Concert at BK Arena in Kigali on September 5, following Rwanda’s 2026 gorilla naming ceremony
Multi-award-winning Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Rema will headline the much-anticipated Kwita Izina Concert at BK Arena on Saturday, September 5. The concert will take place a day after the 21st Kwita Izina gorilla naming ceremony, scheduled for Friday, September 4, in Kinigi, Musanze District, under the theme “Conservation is Life: Sustaining the Future.” Rema will be joined by a line-up of opening acts, including Rwandan artiste Kivumbi King, with additional performers expected to be announced
Analysis
$100 Million Offer: Erik Prince Reportedly Eyes Strategic Role in Eastern DRC War
Aishan Saxena Mandala · Aug 21
Erik Prince has reportedly travelled to Uvira amid claims of a $100 million security proposal from President Félix Tshisekedi to protect strategic mines and help counter AFC/M23 in eastern DRC.
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DRCongo Crisis
M23 Advances in Masisi as FARDC Withdraws Toward Walikale
NAHIMANA Fabrice · Aug 21
AFC/M23 claims to have captured several areas in Masisi Territory as FARDC forces and allied armed groups reportedly retreat toward Walikale.
The AFC/M23 armed group on Thursday, August 20, 2026, claimed to have captured several areas in Masisi Territory, North Kivu Province, following renewed clashes with Congolese government forces and allied armed groups. According to information attributed to AFC/M23, the group took control of Gashovu, Kabona, Kigali, Katugunda, Lemeka, Kadahandwa and Miruta during the fighting. Col. Nsabimana Mwengangabo Samuel, an AFC/M23 military commander responsible for operations in Masisi, reportedly said FA
Rwanda
Rwanda National Exam Results 2026: Kirehe leads PLE and O-Level rankings again
NAHIMANA Fabrice · Aug 20
Kirehe District leads Rwanda’s 2026 national exams for the second year running, recording the highest pass rates in both PLE and O-Level examinations.
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