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By: Dr Théogène Rudasingwa A personal reflection Dr. Theogene Rudasingwa April 6, 2024 Washington DC USA Today, thirty years ago, I attended a Pan-African Movement conference in Kampala, Uganda. Later that night, as I prepared to go to sleep, I tuned in to the BBC news. I heard that a …
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April, 2024
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7 April
Mortality And Morality: Reflecting On The Cycle Of Life And The Consequences Of Greed – Alice Akana Has Died
By: Robert Patrick Fati Gakwerere In 2018, acting on instructions from Rwanda’s external intelligence, Alice Akana harbored lethal intentions towards certain individuals. She turned into a notorious external intelligence operative with intentions of hunting details of anti Kagame critics. Fast forward to today, 7th April 2024, and Alice Akana herself …
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4 April
Tragedy and Intrigue: The Appointment and Untimely Passing of Ambassador Monique Mukaruliza Amidst Rwanda’s Political Dynamics
By: Robert Patrick Fati Gakwerere On 12th March 2024, Criminal Paul Kagame appointed Amb Monique Mukaruliza as Ambassador at large in charge for regional integration in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. This position was ostensibly to monitor the activities of James Kabarebe within the same ministry. Sadly, …
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March, 2024
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25 March
Navigating the Waters of Power: The Rise of Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba
By: Robert Patrick Fati Gakwerere In the intricate political landscape of Uganda, the ascendancy of General Muhoozi Kainerugaba to the position of Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) marks a significant chapter in the nation’s governance and military leadership. For the uninitiated, Gen. Kainerugaba’s elevation to this esteemed role on March …
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25 March
Bassirou Diomaye Faye: From prison to Senegal’s presidential spotlight.
By: AFP From a Dakar prison to the presidency, Senegal’s anti-establishment Bassirou Diomaye Faye embodies the winning charisma of his mentor and opposition figurehead Ousmane Sonko, who endorsed him as his replacement. “Bassirou is me,” said Sonko of his number two, who at the age of 44 is set to …
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21 March
Uganda: Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba Appointed Chief of Defence Forces.
President Museveni has appointed Senior Presidential Advisor in charge of Special Operations, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba as the new Chief of Defence Forces. He takes over from Gen Wilson Mbadi who has been transferred to serve as State Minister of Trade, Industry and cooperatives in charge of trade. Museveni also appointed …
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14 March
Charting the Course for East African Unity: Suluhu Hassan, Ruto and Museveni Convene in Zanzibar.
By: Robert Patrick Fati Gakwerere The President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Hon. Samia Suluhu Hassan, engaged in dialogue with her esteemed guests, President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda and President William Ruto of Kenya, upon their arrival at the quaint palace in Tunguu, Zanzibar, on March 14, 2024. During …
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10 March
Maj Gen Willy Rwagasana: The Intricate Power Dynamics and Rivalries within Rwanda’s Military Elite
By: Robert Patrick Fati Gakwerere Below, Major General Willy Rwagasana, also known as Afande Papa Wemba or Afande Mafreshere, is the head of Criminal Kagame’s presidential division, disregards General Mubarakh Muganga, despite Muganga being the official Chief of the RDF Defence Staff. It is, in fact, Major General Willy Rwagasana …
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5 March
Conflict In DR Congo: RDF’s Failed Offensive That Took Place On Monday, 3rd March 2024
By: Robert Patrick Fati Gakwerere On Monday, 4th March 2024, RDF terrorists launched simultaneous attacks on several FARDC defenses, with conflicts persisting throughout the day. The areas of Bambo, Mutanda, Kihondo, Nyanzale, Singa, Bushweshwe, Lushebere, and Rwindi were scenes of combat. Despite their efforts, the RDF failed to secure any …
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February, 2024
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23 February
The DR Congo welcomes France’s position on M23 terrorists, but calls for sanctions against Rwanda
By: Robert Patrick Fati Gakwerere On Tuesday, 20 February, France called on Rwanda to cease all support for the M23 group operating in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Moreover, France explicitly requested Kigali to withdraw from Congolese territory, marking the first occasion France has acknowledged the presence …
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