Serge Kabongo

Serge Kabongo is a political analyst at XTRAfrica, specializing in the Great Lakes region of Africa. He provides deep insights into regional politics, security dynamics, and governance issues affecting countries like Rwanda, DRC, Burundi, and Uganda.

Serge’s mission is to help readers understand complex political events in simple, clear language, empowering Africans and global readers to stay informed about this important region

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Ibrahim Traore to Save Burkina Faso

Ibrahim Traoré is reshaping Burkina Faso with bold reforms in gold, farming, and governance.

Understand Rwanda’s Budget 2023–2026: Growth or Control

Is this budget truly a tool for uplifting Rwandans

Three City of Tshwane employees were arrested for the transformer heist.

Three Tshwane Workers Arrested for R7 Million Transformer Heist

Three Tshwane workers arrested for stealing a R7m transformer with cranes, posing as repair staff

US Resumes Student Visas But Demands Access to Social Media

Foreign students must now give US officials full access to their social media to get a visa.

Two Chinese Nationals Arrested in US for Spying on US Navy

FBI arrests two Chinese men accused of spying and trying to recruit US Navy members as spies for China.

Victoire Ingabire photo via Igihe today in high court kigali

Rwanda: High Court Orders Probe Into Ingabire Over Coup Plot Case

Rwanda’s High Court wants Victoire Ingabire investigated for alleged links to a regime change plot

Nomalungelo Gina Urges Municipal Innovation in SA

Deputy Minister Gina says innovation is key to better services and rebuilding public trust

The United States has made it clear: Rwanda must pull out all troops from Congo before any peace deal can be signed.

US Tells Rwanda: No Peace Deal Until Troops Leave DRC

US says peace deal between DRC and Rwanda won’t happen unless Rwandan troops fully withdraw from Congo