Voices

The conflicts plaguing our continent are not new — they are deeply rooted in the colonial legacies that continue to shape our reality. Colonial powers arbitrarily drew borders, separated families,…

Whatever their other faults, it was always possible to rely on Britain’s political class, for sufficient self awareness to strike the right tone on most issues, even if it were…

The legal industry is undergoing a profound transformation driven by rapid advancements in technology and the evolving digital economy. However, this change is often met with skepticism, with some arguing…

Rwanda’s political landscape, particularly the overwhelming support President Paul Kagame receives in elections, highlights the nation’s remarkable transformation. Whilst some international critics question the legitimacy of Kagame’s electoral dominance, these…

The United Nations Security Council’s resolution passed last night unanimously condemning Rwanda might feel like a moment of global validation for the people of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).…

Rwanda’s decision to suspend its 2024-2029 bilateral aid program with Belgium is not only justified but long overdue. Belgium, a former colonial power, has a dark and gruesome history in…

The situation in the DRC is making headlines today. I am not here to debate M23, SAMIDRC, or any other players. I just want to share my testimony—because I know…

In her recent article titled “Food Insecurity in Rwanda” published on The Elephant, Ingabire Victoire paints a grim and distorted picture of Rwanda. She claims there is a “deepening issue…

By 2030, one-fifth of the world’s population will live in Africa, with the majority being young people. The continent’s mineral wealth remains largely untapped, its arable land can feed the…

Every year, as the Christmas and New Year holiday season draws near, Kigali transforms into a vibrant space. The city comes alive with colorful and dazzling Christmas and New Year…

Paul Rusesabagina, the former hotelier, has again emerged with a message that reeks of cynicism and a desperate attempt to rewrite history. In a recent New Year’s message delivered via…

Africa has been absent from the Formula 1 calendar for over 30 years, with the last race held in 1993 at the Kyalami track in South Africa. However, Rwanda’s recent…