Afrobeats star Davido has joined the Accord Party, aligning politically with Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke ahead of 2026 polls. Nigerian Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has formally aligned with the Accord Party, following the recent political realignment of his uncle, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke. The musician confirmed his decision on Tuesday via his verified X (formerly Twitter) account, announcing plans to travel to Osogbo, the Osun State capital, to collect his party membership card. Davido said he would complete the process at the state government house, popularly known as Imole House. His announcement comes weeks after Governor Adeleke adopted the Accord Party as his new political platform ahead of the 2026 Osun governorship election. The governor officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on December 9, 2025, during a ceremony held at the Banquet Hall of the Government House in Osogbo, attended by party leaders and supporters. Explaining his defection at the time, Adeleke cited internal leadership disputes at the national level of the PDP. He stated that the decision followed consultations with political stakeholders and opinion leaders, adding that he formally joined the Accord Party on November 6 as part of preparations for his re-election bid. Davido had earlier reacted publicly to his uncle’s resignation from the PDP by reposting the announcement on social media with a brief caption, signaling support for the move. The singer’s entry into partisan politics further highlights the growing intersection between Nigeria’s entertainment industry and its political landscape. Source: The Sun Nigeria Continue Reading Full Article ENTERTAINMENT Davido Aligns With Uncle Ademola Adeleke in Accord Party Move By Witty Pascal Entertainment Editor Witty Pascal Home Comment Dec 24, 2025 May 15, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Nigerian Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has formally aligned with the Accord Party, following the recent political realignment of his uncle, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke. The musician confirmed his decision on Tuesday via his verified X (formerly Twitter) account, announcing plans to travel to Osogbo, the Osun State capital, to collect his party membership card. Davido said he would complete the process at the state government house, popularly known as Imole House. ADVERTISEMENT His announcement comes weeks after Governor Adeleke adopted the Accord Party as his new political platform ahead of the 2026 Osun governorship election. The governor officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on December 9, 2025, during a ceremony held at the Banquet Hall of the Government House in Osogbo, attended by party leaders and supporters. Explaining his defection at the time, Adeleke cited internal leadership disputes at the national level of the PDP. He stated that the decision followed consultations with political stakeholders and opinion leaders, adding that he formally joined the Accord Party on November 6 as part of preparations for his re-election bid. ADVERTISEMENT Davido had earlier reacted publicly to his uncle’s resignation from the PDP by reposting the announcement on social media with a brief caption, signaling support for the move. The singer’s entry into partisan politics further highlights the growing intersection between Nigeria’s entertainment industry and its political landscape. Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . 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The DRC has signed major new agreements with France, the U.S., and the UAE, spanning finance, mining, infrastructure, and trade. Washington Accelerates Investments in the DRC’s Strategic Mining Sector The United States is advancing its critical minerals supply strategy in the DRC through two distinct initiatives. First, discussions are underway with Ivanhoe Mines and Gécamines to channel part of the zinc, copper, and germanium production from the Kipushi mine to the new U.S. strategic stockpile under “Project Vault,” valued at USD 12 billion. Second, the U.S.-based Orion Critical Mineral Consortium has signed a memorandum of understanding to acquire 40% of the Mutanda and Kamoto copper and cobalt mines, operated by Glencore, in a transaction valuing the assets at approximately USD 9 billion. At Kipushi, the export of mineral concentrates to the United States would be handled through a trading company jointly created by Gécamines and the Swiss group Mercuria. Gécamines holds 38% of this project, whose germanium output is particularly strategic for the semiconductor industry. Regarding Mutanda and Kamoto, Orion’s objective is to secure a volume of production proportional to its stake for designated U.S. buyers. These two initiatives represent the first tangible outcomes of the strategic mining partnership signed between Washington and Kinshasa in December 2025. They reflect the U.S. intention to secure supply chains and counterbalance China’s dominance in the Congolese mining sector, while enabling the DRC to attract more diversified investments. The Glencore transaction remains subject to final agreements and regulatory approvals, notably from Congolese authorities. DRC Signs New Four-Year Financial Cooperation Protocol with France The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and France signed a new four-year financial cooperation protocol (2026–2029) on Monday, February 2, 2026, in Kinshasa. This renewal follows a previous agreement signed in 2021, under which more than €500 million was disbursed to support development projects in the DRC. The agreement was signed by the Congolese Vice-Minister of Finance and the French Minister Delegate for Francophonie and International Partnerships, on the sidelines of an official visit. The partnership focuses on jointly identified priority sectors, notably environment, education, energy, transport, and agriculture. This bilateral framework aims to support structuring projects for the sustainable development of the DRC. The Agence Française de Développement (AFD) remains the key financial and technical operator responsible for implementing these commitments, continuing its long-standing engagement in the country, where it manages a substantial project portfolio. This new protocol strengthens a long-established cooperation relationship between the two countries and reflects, according to the signatories, mutual trust and a shared vision of economic and institutional priorities. DRC authorities reaffirmed their determination to work closely with AFD to ensure the effective continuation and implementation of ongoing and future projects. DRC and United Arab Emirates Seal an Ambitious Economic Partnership Continue Reading Full Article INVESTMENT DRC Deepens Strategic Partnerships With France, U.S., And UAE By Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Political Analyst Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Home Comment Feb 8, 2026 May 15, 2026 4 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Washington Accelerates Investments in the DRC’s Strategic Mining Sector The United States is advancing its critical minerals supply strategy in the DRC through two distinct initiatives. First, discussions are underway with Ivanhoe Mines and Gécamines to channel part of the zinc, copper, and germanium production from the Kipushi mine to the new U.S. strategic stockpile under “Project Vault,” valued at USD 12 billion. Second, the U.S.-based Orion Critical Mineral Consortium has signed a memorandum of understanding to acquire 40% of the Mutanda and Kamoto copper and cobalt mines, operated by Glencore, in a transaction valuing the assets at approximately USD 9 billion. At Kipushi, the export of mineral concentrates to the United States would be handled through a trading company jointly created by Gécamines and the Swiss group Mercuria. Gécamines holds 38% of this project, whose germanium output is particularly strategic for the semiconductor industry. Regarding Mutanda and Kamoto, Orion’s objective is to secure a volume of production proportional to its stake for designated U.S. buyers. ADVERTISEMENT These two initiatives represent the first tangible outcomes of the strategic mining partnership signed between Washington and Kinshasa in December 2025. They reflect the U.S. intention to secure supply chains and counterbalance China’s dominance in the Congolese mining sector, while enabling the DRC to attract more diversified investments. The Glencore transaction remains subject to final agreements and regulatory approvals, notably from Congolese authorities. DRC Signs New Four-Year Financial Cooperation Protocol with France The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and France signed a new four-year financial cooperation protocol (2026–2029) on Monday, February 2, 2026, in Kinshasa. This renewal follows a previous agreement signed in 2021, under which more than €500 million was disbursed to support development projects in the DRC. The agreement was signed by the Congolese Vice-Minister of Finance and the French Minister Delegate for Francophonie and International Partnerships, on the sidelines of an official visit. The partnership focuses on jointly identified priority sectors, notably environment, education, energy, transport, and agriculture. This bilateral framework aims to support structuring projects for the sustainable development of the DRC. ADVERTISEMENT The Agence Française de Développement (AFD) remains the key financial and technical operator responsible for implementing these commitments, continuing its long-standing engagement in the country, where it manages a substantial project portfolio. This new protocol strengthens a long-established cooperation relationship between the two countries and reflects, according to the signatories, mutual trust and a shared vision of economic and institutional priorities. DRC authorities reaffirmed their determination to work closely with AFD to ensure the effective continuation and implementation of ongoing and future projects. DRC and United Arab Emirates Seal an Ambitious Economic Partnership The Presidents of the DRC and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) officially signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on Monday, February 2, 2026, in Abu Dhabi. The agreement aims to transform bilateral economic relations, with a target of USD 10 billion in investments by 2030 and expanded access for 6,000 Congolese products to the Emirati market. To achieve this, the agreement will reduce tariff barriers to stimulate trade in key sectors such as mining, agriculture, and clean energy. Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . Policy and Reforms Tanzania Community Grants: Who Benefits and What Comes Next . Government Announcements Ghana–Canada Seafarer Deal Does Not Guarantee Jobs . 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The first phase, which experienced delays, could be completed in 2026. The agreement also includes a strategic component, with a memorandum of understanding on mining cooperation, aimed at strengthening traceability and security of critical mineral supply chains. In parallel, another memorandum provides for cooperation between the diplomatic academies of both countries, with the objective of sharing expertise and coordinating training programs. This cooperation comes at a time when non-oil trade between the UAE and the DRC reached USD 2.9 billion in the first nine months of 2025, an increase of 16.1% compared to the previous year, including exports of vanilla, pepper, and fresh products to Europe and the United States. ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Mining and Minerals Kamilombe Relocation: Compensation and ZEA 371 Explained Pit compensation, ore sales and access to a replacement mining zone are separate questions. . 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Bisola Aiyeola says she has never been asked for sex-for-roles as she highlights broader challenges in Nollywood. Media personality and actress Bisola Aiyeola has stated that she has never been subjected to sexual harassment or asked for sex in exchange for movie roles throughout her career in Nollywood. Aiyeola made the comment during a recent event, a clip of which was shared on YouTube. She addressed the broader challenges faced by actors and crew members in the industry, noting that sexual harassment is only one of several persistent issues. Sexual harassment, including sex-for-role allegations, remains a widely acknowledged problem within Nollywood, with many actresses and emerging talents reporting unwanted advances from individuals in positions of authority. Aiyeola said she was fortunate not to have encountered such situations. “Thankfully, I’ve never been asked for sex for roles. There are some of us that it has never happened to, so I don’t have a personal story about it. My talent has always spoken for me and is still speaking for me,” she said. She added that the industry also grapples with concerns such as physical harassment, long and irregular working hours, and the absence of health insurance. Aiyeola cautioned that focusing solely on sex-for-role cases could overshadow other critical issues. “It feels like when we’re only talking about sex for roles, we shelve all other major issues that also happen in the industry,” she noted. Continue Reading Full Article CELEBRITY GOSSIP Bisola Aiyeola Says She Has Never Faced Sexual Harassment in Nollywood By Witty Pascal Entertainment Editor Witty Pascal Home Comment Dec 7, 2025 May 15, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Media personality and actress Bisola Aiyeola has stated that she has never been subjected to sexual harassment or asked for sex in exchange for movie roles throughout her career in Nollywood. Aiyeola made the comment during a recent event, a clip of which was shared on YouTube. She addressed the broader challenges faced by actors and crew members in the industry, noting that sexual harassment is only one of several persistent issues. Sexual harassment, including sex-for-role allegations, remains a widely acknowledged problem within Nollywood, with many actresses and emerging talents reporting unwanted advances from individuals in positions of authority. ADVERTISEMENT Aiyeola said she was fortunate not to have encountered such situations. “Thankfully, I’ve never been asked for sex for roles. There are some of us that it has never happened to, so I don’t have a personal story about it. My talent has always spoken for me and is still speaking for me,” she said. She added that the industry also grapples with concerns such as physical harassment, long and irregular working hours, and the absence of health insurance. Aiyeola cautioned that focusing solely on sex-for-role cases could overshadow other critical issues. ADVERTISEMENT “It feels like when we’re only talking about sex for roles, we shelve all other major issues that also happen in the industry,” she noted. Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . Policy and Reforms Tanzania Community Grants: Who Benefits and What Comes Next . Government Announcements Ghana–Canada Seafarer Deal Does Not Guarantee Jobs . Job & Opportunity South Africa Elections 2026: DA Leads Gauteng as Count Advances . Elections Monitoring Popular Today Biography Poco Lee Biography: Age, Real Name, Dance Career and Songs . Biography Eric Omondi Biography: Comedy, Activism and Public Life . Biography Who Is Snit Habteab, Eritrea’s Miss World Trailblazer? . Entertainment Poco Lee UK Case Sparks Consent Debate Among Nigerian Stars . Entertainment FOLA Leads 2026 Headies Nominations Ahead of Toronto . ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Biography Poco Lee Biography: Age, Real Name, Dance Career and Songs Inside the Nigerian dancer’s rise from Ojo street shows to Afrobeats stages, music and global fame. . Biography Eric Omondi Biography: Comedy, Activism and Public Life How Eric Omondi rose through Churchill Show and became a prominent Kenyan activist. . Biography Who Is Snit Habteab, Eritrea’s Miss World Trailblazer? The neuroscientist and educator became Eritrea’s first Miss World entrant and reached the Top 6 . Entertainment Poco Lee UK Case Sparks Consent Debate Among Nigerian Stars The dancer faces five sexual offence charges and returns to court on September 15. . Tags Entertainment Entertainment Nigeria Nigeria

Match Set : Argentina vs Nigeria Football Clash Scheduled for March 26 Argentina's national football team is gearing up for an exciting series of matches in the United States next month. As part of their preparations for the Copa América, they have strategically replaced a canceled tour to China with fixtures against El Salvador and Nigeria. Here's the lineup: 1. Argentina vs El Salvador : On March 22, the action kicks off at Lincoln Field in Philadelphia. Expect an intense battle as Argentina fine-tunes their game. 2. Argentina vs Nigeria : Just four days later, on March 26, the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum will witness a showdown between Argentina and Nigeria. The Argentine Football Federation has officially confirmed this clash. Lionel Messi , Argentina's revered captain, is expected to lead the charge. Unfortunately, his commitment to the national team means he'll miss Miami's Major League Soccer match against the New York Red Bulls on March 23. Previously, Argentina was slated to face Nigeria in Hangzhou and Ivory Coast in Beijing during their China tour from March 18 to 26. However, circumstances led to the cancellation of those games. Messi's absence from a preseason friendly between Inter Miami and a Hong Kong select team triggered a backlash, prompting China to pull the plug on the scheduled matches. But fear not! Argentina is making the most of this change. By embracing evergreen content and optimizing their approach, they're ensuring consistent traffic to their news website. And just like Messi's legendary goals, their strategic moves are keeping fans on the edge of their seats. So mark your calendars, football enthusiasts! Argentina's clash with Nigeria promises to be a thrilling encounter, and the world champions are leaving no stone unturned in their quest for victory. [ africanews ] Continue Reading Full Article By Author Name Author Name Home Comment Feb 23, 2024 May 15, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Messi against Nigeria in 2014 World Cup. IMAGE: R. Caivano Match Set : Argentina vs Nigeria Football Clash Scheduled for March 26 Argentina's national football team is gearing up for an exciting series of matches in the United States next month. As part of their preparations for the Copa América, they have strategically replaced a canceled tour to China with fixtures against El Salvador and Nigeria. Here's the lineup: 1. Argentina vs El Salvador : On March 22, the action kicks off at Lincoln Field in Philadelphia. Expect an intense battle as Argentina fine-tunes their game. ADVERTISEMENT 2. Argentina vs Nigeria : Just four days later, on March 26, the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum will witness a showdown between Argentina and Nigeria. The Argentine Football Federation has officially confirmed this clash. Lionel Messi , Argentina's revered captain, is expected to lead the charge. Unfortunately, his commitment to the national team means he'll miss Miami's Major League Soccer match against the New York Red Bulls on March 23. Previously, Argentina was slated to face Nigeria in Hangzhou and Ivory Coast in Beijing during their China tour from March 18 to 26. However, circumstances led to the cancellation of those games. Messi's absence from a preseason friendly between Inter Miami and a Hong Kong select team triggered a backlash, prompting China to pull the plug on the scheduled matches. ADVERTISEMENT But fear not! Argentina is making the most of this change. By embracing evergreen content and optimizing their approach, they're ensuring consistent traffic to their news website. And just like Messi's legendary goals, their strategic moves are keeping fans on the edge of their seats. So mark your calendars, football enthusiasts! Argentina's clash with Nigeria promises to be a thrilling encounter, and the world champions are leaving no stone unturned in their quest for victory. [ africanews ] Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . Policy and Reforms Tanzania Community Grants: Who Benefits and What Comes Next . Government Announcements Ghana–Canada Seafarer Deal Does Not Guarantee Jobs . Job & Opportunity South Africa Elections 2026: DA Leads Gauteng as Count Advances . Elections Monitoring Popular Today ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Tags

Uganda security operatives searched properties linked to Speaker Anita Among in Kampala and Kigo amid an ongoing probe. Ugandan security operatives have carried out coordinated searches at residences linked to Parliament Speaker Anita Among in Kampala and Wakiso District, in operations that have drawn national and regional attention around governance and political accountability. According to a report by Daily Monitor , the searches targeted properties in the upscale neighborhoods of Nakasero and Kigo. Powerful political figures, serving as Speaker of Parliament since 2022 and playing a central role within President Yoweri Museveni’s ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM). Her political influence has grown steadily in recent years, particularly during periods of heightened debate over governance, public spending, and parliamentary authority in Uganda. The first operation reportedly unfolded at Among’s Nakasero residence in central Kampala, where heavily armed joint security teams sealed off parts of the area for several hours while investigators conducted searches inside the compound. Witnesses cited by local media described multiple security vehicles, plain-clothed operatives, and restricted access around the property throughout the day. Attention later shifted to another residence linked to the Speaker in Kigo, near the Entebbe Expressway close to Uganda’s main international airport. Footage circulating online appeared to show an extensive security deployment around the property, including elite personnel and police patrol vehicles. Authorities have not publicly detailed the exact nature of the investigation or disclosed whether any items were recovered during the searches. However, the operations come amid growing scrutiny over corruption and unexplained wealth allegations involving senior public officials in Uganda, issues that have increasingly shaped political discourse inside the country and among international governance observers. Uganda has faced repeated calls from anti-corruption activists and international watchdogs to strengthen institutional transparency and accountability mechanisms. Reports from groups including Transparency International and discussions around governance reforms within East Africa have continued to place pressure on public institutions across the region. The developments also emerge at a politically sensitive moment for Kampala, as Uganda positions itself around regional diplomacy, security cooperation, and economic investment ahead of upcoming political cycles. Analysts say investigations involving senior political figures often attract wider regional attention because of Uganda’s strategic role in East African politics and security affairs. As of Monday, neither Anita Among nor her close aides had publicly issued a detailed statement addressing the operations. Ugandan authorities also had not announced whether formal charges or further legal action would follow. Continue Reading Full Article CORRUPTION AND CRIME Uganda Raids Parliament Speaker’s Homes as Governance Scrutiny Grows By Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Political Analyst Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Home Comment May 18, 2026 May 18, 2026 3 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Ugandan security operatives have carried out coordinated searches at residences linked to Parliament Speaker Anita Among in Kampala and Wakiso District, in operations that have drawn national and regional attention around governance and political accountability. According to a report by Daily Monitor , the searches targeted properties in the upscale neighborhoods of Nakasero and Kigo. Powerful political figures, serving as Speaker of Parliament since 2022 and playing a central role within President Yoweri Museveni’s ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM). Her political influence has grown steadily in recent years, particularly during periods of heightened debate over governance, public spending, and parliamentary authority in Uganda. The first operation reportedly unfolded at Among’s Nakasero residence in central Kampala, where heavily armed joint security teams sealed off parts of the area for several hours while investigators conducted searches inside the compound. Witnesses cited by local media described multiple security vehicles, plain-clothed operatives, and restricted access around the property throughout the day. ADVERTISEMENT Attention later shifted to another residence linked to the Speaker in Kigo, near the Entebbe Expressway close to Uganda’s main international airport. Footage circulating online appeared to show an extensive security deployment around the property, including elite personnel and police patrol vehicles. Authorities have not publicly detailed the exact nature of the investigation or disclosed whether any items were recovered during the searches. However, the operations come amid growing scrutiny over corruption and unexplained wealth allegations involving senior public officials in Uganda, issues that have increasingly shaped political discourse inside the country and among international governance observers. ADVERTISEMENT Uganda has faced repeated calls from anti-corruption activists and international watchdogs to strengthen institutional transparency and accountability mechanisms. Reports from groups including Transparency International and discussions around governance reforms within East Africa have continued to place pressure on public institutions across the region. The developments also emerge at a politically sensitive moment for Kampala, as Uganda positions itself around regional diplomacy, security cooperation, and economic investment ahead of upcoming political cycles. Analysts say investigations involving senior political figures often attract wider regional attention because of Uganda’s strategic role in East African politics and security affairs. Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . Policy and Reforms Tanzania Community Grants: Who Benefits and What Comes Next . Government Announcements Ghana–Canada Seafarer Deal Does Not Guarantee Jobs . Job & Opportunity South Africa Elections 2026: DA Leads Gauteng as Count Advances . 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DaBaby declined a photo with fans wearing Chicago Bulls jerseys, leaving singer Jeremih reacting in surprise. During the Black Friday matchup between the Chicago Bulls and Charlotte Hornets, rapper DaBaby reportedly refused to take a photo with fans wearing Bulls jerseys. The incident occurred at the Spectrum Center when a female fan requested a picture. DaBaby agreed but asked the male companions, dressed in Bulls jerseys, to remove them before posing. The fans complied without hesitation. Singer Jeremih, a Chicago native, reacted with apparent disapproval upon learning of the incident. Observers noted that the jerseys may have been worn more as fashion statements than as expressions of team loyalty. Continue Reading Full Article ENTERTAINMENT DaBaby Refuses Photo With Fans Wearing Bulls Jerseys By Witty Pascal Entertainment Editor Witty Pascal Home Comment Dec 2, 2025 May 15, 2026 1 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: During the Black Friday matchup between the Chicago Bulls and Charlotte Hornets, rapper DaBaby reportedly refused to take a photo with fans wearing Bulls jerseys. The incident occurred at the Spectrum Center when a female fan requested a picture. DaBaby agreed but asked the male companions, dressed in Bulls jerseys, to remove them before posing. The fans complied without hesitation. ADVERTISEMENT Singer Jeremih, a Chicago native, reacted with apparent disapproval upon learning of the incident. Observers noted that the jerseys may have been worn more as fashion statements than as expressions of team loyalty. ADVERTISEMENT Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . Policy and Reforms Tanzania Community Grants: Who Benefits and What Comes Next . Government Announcements Ghana–Canada Seafarer Deal Does Not Guarantee Jobs . Job & Opportunity South Africa Elections 2026: DA Leads Gauteng as Count Advances . Elections Monitoring Popular Today Biography KiDi Biography: Real Name, Albums, Son and Career . Pop Culture Trends Jessie J Says Cancer Risk Remains Despite Early Detection and Surgery . Celebrity Trends jay-z-solange-met-gala-elevator-incident-new-details . Afrobeats Lilian Mbabazi Misses Stage Appearance at Davido’s Kigali Concert . Justice & Crime Tekashi 6ix9ine Given Three-Month Prison Term for Probation Violations . ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Biography KiDi Biography: Real Name, Albums, Son and Career Meet Ghana’s KiDi: his age, family, breakthrough, awards and 2026 album . Pop Culture Trends Jessie J Says Cancer Risk Remains Despite Early Detection and Surgery Singer reflects on diagnosis, surgery and emotional moment with her mother after cancer news . Celebrity Trends jay-z-solange-met-gala-elevator-incident-new-details Designer Oscar G. Lopez offers new insight into the 2014 elevator confrontation at the Met Gala . Afrobeats Lilian Mbabazi Misses Stage Appearance at Davido’s Kigali Concert Singer left waiting backstage after planned duet with Kitoko was cut during Davido’s BK Arena show . Tags Musics Musics

Explore Vanessa Nakate’s biography, age, education, Rise Up Movement, UNICEF role, book and work for African climate justice. Vanessa Nakate is a Ugandan climate justice activist, author and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador whose work connects environmental change with food, education and everyday livelihoods. She began organising climate strikes in Kampala in January 2019 and founded the Rise Up Movement to help African activists reach wider audiences. UNICEF appointed her a goodwill ambassador on 15 September 2022. Her career has developed across street protests, international conferences, practical school projects and public policy studies. Through these different settings, she has returned to the same question: how can people already experiencing climate damage have a stronger say in decisions about their future? Who is Vanessa Nakate? Vanessa Nakate is a Ugandan climate justice activist, author and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador. Known for founding the Rise Up Movement, she campaigns for African communities to be heard in climate decisions. Her work also includes solar energy and cleaner cooking projects in schools, alongside public policy studies at Oxford. Kampala roots and the questions that led to activism Nakate was born on 15 November 1996 in Kampala, according to her MN2S speaker biography . She is 29 years old as of 19 October 2026 and turns 30 in November. Her path into climate work began with an effort to understand problems affecting people in Uganda. Research she undertook in 2018 brought her attention to drought, flooding, landslides and the consequences of unpredictable weather for farming households. In a 2020 interview with Angelina Jolie for TIME , Nakate described discovering how different parts of Uganda faced different forms of environmental disruption. The subject became a way of understanding threats to people’s homes, incomes and access to essential services. That connection between environmental conditions and daily survival became central to her public work. A damaged harvest could affect food supplies and a family’s ability to meet other needs. Climate advocacy, in her account, therefore extended into questions that reached far beyond temperature figures. From a business degree to weekly climate strikes Continue Reading Full Article BIOGRAPHY Vanessa Nakate Biography: Age, Education and Climate Work By Truce Elikia Art & Culture Journalist Truce Elikia Home Comment Oct 19, 2026 Oct 19, 2026 10 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Vanessa Nakate is a Ugandan climate justice activist, author and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador whose work connects environmental change with food, education and everyday livelihoods. She began organising climate strikes in Kampala in January 2019 and founded the Rise Up Movement to help African activists reach wider audiences. UNICEF appointed her a goodwill ambassador on 15 September 2022. Her career has developed across street protests, international conferences, practical school projects and public policy studies. Through these different settings, she has returned to the same question: how can people already experiencing climate damage have a stronger say in decisions about their future? Who is Vanessa Nakate? Vanessa Nakate is a Ugandan climate justice activist, author and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador. Known for founding the Rise Up Movement, she campaigns for African communities to be heard in climate decisions. Her work also includes solar energy and cleaner cooking projects in schools, alongside public policy studies at Oxford. Kampala roots and the questions that led to activism Nakate was born on 15 November 1996 in Kampala, according to her MN2S speaker biography . She is 29 years old as of 19 October 2026 and turns 30 in November. Her path into climate work began with an effort to understand problems affecting people in Uganda. Research she undertook in 2018 brought her attention to drought, flooding, landslides and the consequences of unpredictable weather for farming households. In a 2020 interview with Angelina Jolie for TIME , Nakate described discovering how different parts of Uganda faced different forms of environmental disruption. The subject became a way of understanding threats to people’s homes, incomes and access to essential services. That connection between environmental conditions and daily survival became central to her public work. A damaged harvest could affect food supplies and a family’s ability to meet other needs. Climate advocacy, in her account, therefore extended into questions that reached far beyond temperature figures. From a business degree to weekly climate strikes Nakate holds a Business Administration degree from Makerere University Business School. Her University of Oxford biography confirms that academic background and identifies her as Uganda’s first Fridays for Future striker. Inspired by Greta Thunberg’s school-strike movement, she began protesting in Kampala in January 2019. Her siblings and cousins joined her early demonstrations. She continued returning with placards, building experience through repeated public action rather than starting with a large organisation or established platform. The early work also required her to overcome shyness. Speaking in public was a skill she developed through practice, as she explained in later interviews. Standing on a street with a sign was a manageable beginning; larger audiences and international invitations followed. Her experience shows how a campaign can begin with a specific local concern and gradually connect with a wider movement. Uganda remained the starting point for her arguments, even as her work reached audiences elsewhere. ADVERTISEMENT Rise Up and the Congo rainforest campaign Nakate founded the Rise Up Movement to amplify African climate activists. Its purpose reflects a recurring concern in her work: people living with serious climate impacts often have limited access to the platforms where those impacts are discussed. The United Nations System Staff College’s profile also records her campaign to raise awareness about the Congo rainforest and the threat of deforestation. That work widened her advocacy beyond Uganda while keeping African ecosystems and communities at its centre. She has resisted being treated as a substitute for the many other activists working across the continent. In a Global Citizen interview , she explained why repeatedly inviting one familiar African speaker can leave other experiences unheard. “I am from Uganda, and the climate movement is more than one face,” she said. The distinction is important to her approach. An activist in Uganda may bring different knowledge from someone working in Kenya, Nigeria or South Africa. Sharing a platform means making room for those differences and the solutions that emerge from them. The Davos photograph and the debate over representation A major turning point came in January 2020 at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Nakate appeared in a photograph with other young climate activists, but a published crop removed her from the image. The Associated Press issued a statement on 24 January 2020 acknowledging that it had cropped out Nakate, the only person of colour in the photograph. The agency expressed regret and said it would learn from the error. The incident brought international attention to Nakate and to the representation of African campaigners. For her, visibility was connected to a larger question: whose experiences shape the public understanding of the climate crisis? Her response became part of a continuing argument for more inclusive journalism and decision-making. The episode is a significant moment in her biography, but her organising, school projects and writing developed into a much broader body of work. Solar panels and cleaner cooking in Ugandan schools Nakate’s Vash Green Schools Project brings her advocacy into school facilities. It involves installing solar panels and cleaner cooking stoves in Uganda, linking environmental goals with the practical conditions in which children learn. In a July 2023 interview with IUCN , she said she had started the project in 2019. She reported 39 installations benefiting about 13,000 children at that point. Those figures describe the project as she reported it in 2023, rather than a current total. ADVERTISEMENT The project also provides a concrete example of the changes she promotes. School energy use and cooking arrangements create opportunities for improvements that can be explained to pupils, teachers and surrounding communities. Her account of building confidence carries the same emphasis on practical beginnings. A person does not need an international audience before taking a useful first step. The schools work gives that idea a visible application alongside her speeches and campaigns. A Bigger Picture and her argument for climate justice Nakate’s book, A Bigger Picture: My Fight to Bring a New African Voice to the Climate Crisis , was published in 2021. Pan Macmillan’s edition combines her personal journey with an argument for a more inclusive climate movement. The book brings together experiences that also appear in her public advocacy: growing up in Kampala, finding the courage to protest, facing exclusion and insisting that affected communities should help shape the response. It extends her work into a form readers can engage with beyond a speech or news interview. Personal experience provides an entry into questions about power, responsibility and the unequal consequences of environmental damage. Its title captures the breadth of her approach. Understanding climate change requires attention to the people facing its effects, the stories that receive coverage and the voices that are missing from influential discussions. UNICEF, children’s rights and girls’ education UNICEF’s appointment announcement establishes the date of Nakate’s goodwill ambassador role as 15 September 2022. Before the announcement, she travelled with the organisation to Turkana in north-western Kenya, meeting families affected by drought and food insecurity. The visit brought children’s health, nutrition and access to water into her advocacy in a direct way. She saw assistance programmes as well as the hardships families were facing. In her appointment remarks , she connected the role to opportunities to meet affected children and bring their experiences to wider audiences. Nakate also serves on the Malala Fund’s U.S. board , as listed by the organisation in October 2026. The fund works for girls’ access to education. That responsibility sits alongside her long-standing interest in how environmental pressures affect children’s ability to remain in school. Oxford and the move into public policy Nakate later pursued the Master of Public Policy programme at Oxford’s Blavatnik School of Government as a Weidenfeld-Hoffmann scholar. In the school’s interview about her studies , she described wanting the knowledge and skills to participate effectively in policy discussions. Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . Policy and Reforms Tanzania Community Grants: Who Benefits and What Comes Next . Government Announcements Ghana–Canada Seafarer Deal Does Not Guarantee Jobs . Job & Opportunity South Africa Elections 2026: DA Leads Gauteng as Count Advances . Elections Monitoring Popular Today Political Appointments Muhoozi Clarifies Uganda CDF Exit Plan: Has He Resigned? . Industry UDC Breaks Ground on Shs29bn Packaging Plant at Namanve . Energy and Power Kenya Power Maintenance: Areas Affected on 5 November . Healthcare System Uganda Heart Institute Seeks Equipment for Naguru Hospital . Refugees and Migration Uganda's $328m DRDIP II: Refugee District Funds Under Scrutiny . ADVERTISEMENT “I saw a problem and I wanted to do something about it,” she explained. She spoke about learning to articulate issues she had encountered through activism, including through the study of international law. She also described the difficulty of balancing academic work with continuing invitations to speak. The decision added another dimension to her career: learning how decisions are made and implemented, alongside campaigning for change. Her account also acknowledged the value of stepping back from constant public demands to concentrate on education. Personal relationships and family status Nakate’s public work has received far more sustained attention than her private life. New Vision reported a family introduction ceremony with fiancé Davis Reuben on 14 January 2024 Vanessa Nakate’s career timeline Year Event Significance 2019 Begins climate strikes in Kampala Establishes her public campaigning work 2019 Starts Vash Green Schools Project Adds practical school energy initiatives 2020 Cropped out of a Davos photograph Prompts international debate over representation 2021 Publishes A Bigger Picture Develops her arguments through a book 2022 Appointed UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Expands her work around children’s rights 2024 Participates in Oxford’s MPP community Develops her public policy education Frequently Asked Questions How old is Vanessa Nakate? She is 29 years old as of 19 October 2026, having been born on 15 November 1996. Where is Vanessa Nakate from? She is Ugandan and grew up in Kampala, where she began her climate protests. What did Vanessa Nakate study? She holds a Business Administration degree from Makerere University Business School and later pursued public policy studies at Oxford. What is the Rise Up Movement? It is the movement Nakate founded to amplify African climate activists and their experiences. When did UNICEF appoint Vanessa Nakate? UNICEF appointed her a goodwill ambassador on 15 September 2022. What is Vanessa Nakate’s book called? Her 2021 book is A Bigger Picture: My Fight to Bring a New African Voice to the Climate Crisis. What does the Vash Green Schools Project do? It supports solar panel and cleaner cooking stove installations in Ugandan schools. ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Political Appointments Muhoozi Clarifies Uganda CDF Exit Plan: Has He Resigned? 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M23’s reported offer of Congo’s critical minerals to the US has raised questions over the rebel group’s legitimacy and growing pressure on Rwanda. The M23 rebe l group, backed heavily by Rwanda, has made one of the more surprising offers in the long-running conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. According to The Economis t, the rebels prepared a professional slide presentation offering the United States access to critical minerals and rare earths from territories they control. The magazine described the pitch under a headline: "A Congolese militia wants to sell critical minerals to Donald Trump." The proposal highlights both the ambitions and the weaknesses of M23. While the group presents itself as a potential business partner, the move has instead drawn attention to its unusual position as an armed rebel force seeking international legitimacy. M23 says it took up arms to protect Congolese Tutsi communities and to combat the FDLR , a group allegedly linked to the perpetrators of the 1994 Rwandan genocide. Violence and insecurity have plagued eastern DR Congo for decades, and these concerns are unfounded. Yet the rebels have moved well beyond that original claim. In areas they now control, they have set up parallel administrations and are actively marketing the region's rich deposits of coltan, tin, tungsten, and potential rare earths to Washington. Armed men reportedly frisk visitors to M23 leaders , their notebooks checked page by page, and phones or watches are banned over security fears. Such measures, while perhaps understandable for a fighting force, do little to project the image of a reliable business partner. The pitch to the US appears to be an attempt to turn military gains into political and economic legitimacy. However, many analysts see it as a sign of weakness rather than strength. M23 made rapid advances earlier, but its progress has slowed. At the same time, international pressure on Rwanda to restrain the group has increased. By approaching Washington, the rebels seem to hope American investment could help "launder" their control into something more acceptable. This reflects a fundamental miscalculation. The United States typically conducts major strategic deals, especially on critical minerals, with recognised governments, not armed groups fighting a sovereign state. More importantly, the U.S. has already deepened its official engagement with the Democratic Republic of Congo through the Washington Peace Accord and the broader U.S.–DRC strategic partnership signed with President Félix Tshisekedi’s government. Those agreements position Kinshasa, not M23 or its backers, as Washington’s legitimate partner on regional security, stability, and critical mineral cooperation. Rwanda denies providing direct support to M23. But UN experts, Western governments, and independent reports have repeatedly documented military and political backing from Kigali. Later, Rwanda itself acknowledged that relationship when its ambassador to the United States admitted that Kigali engages in “ security coordination ” with AFC/M23 during testimony before the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee in 2026 Continue Reading Full Article WAR IN EASTERN DRC M23's Fatal Miscalculation: America Doesn't Negotiate With Militias By Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Political Analyst Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Home Comment May 12, 2026 May 15, 2026 4 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: The M23 rebe l group, backed heavily by Rwanda, has made one of the more surprising offers in the long-running conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. According to The Economis t, the rebels prepared a professional slide presentation offering the United States access to critical minerals and rare earths from territories they control. The magazine described the pitch under a headline: "A Congolese militia wants to sell critical minerals to Donald Trump." The proposal highlights both the ambitions and the weaknesses of M23. While the group presents itself as a potential business partner, the move has instead drawn attention to its unusual position as an armed rebel force seeking international legitimacy. M23 says it took up arms to protect Congolese Tutsi communities and to combat the FDLR , a group allegedly linked to the perpetrators of the 1994 Rwandan genocide. Violence and insecurity have plagued eastern DR Congo for decades, and these concerns are unfounded. ADVERTISEMENT Yet the rebels have moved well beyond that original claim. In areas they now control, they have set up parallel administrations and are actively marketing the region's rich deposits of coltan, tin, tungsten, and potential rare earths to Washington. Armed men reportedly frisk visitors to M23 leaders , their notebooks checked page by page, and phones or watches are banned over security fears. Such measures, while perhaps understandable for a fighting force, do little to project the image of a reliable business partner. The pitch to the US appears to be an attempt to turn military gains into political and economic legitimacy. However, many analysts see it as a sign of weakness rather than strength. ADVERTISEMENT M23 made rapid advances earlier, but its progress has slowed. At the same time, international pressure on Rwanda to restrain the group has increased. By approaching Washington, the rebels seem to hope American investment could help "launder" their control into something more acceptable. This reflects a fundamental miscalculation. The United States typically conducts major strategic deals, especially on critical minerals, with recognised governments, not armed groups fighting a sovereign state. More importantly, the U.S. has already deepened its official engagement with the Democratic Republic of Congo through the Washington Peace Accord and the broader U.S.–DRC strategic partnership signed with President Félix Tshisekedi’s government. Those agreements position Kinshasa, not M23 or its backers, as Washington’s legitimate partner on regional security, stability, and critical mineral cooperation. Rwanda denies providing direct support to M23. But UN experts, Western governments, and independent reports have repeatedly documented military and political backing from Kigali. Later, Rwanda itself acknowledged that relationship when its ambassador to the United States admitted that Kigali engages in “ security coordination ” with AFC/M23 during testimony before the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee in 2026 Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . Policy and Reforms Tanzania Community Grants: Who Benefits and What Comes Next . Government Announcements Ghana–Canada Seafarer Deal Does Not Guarantee Jobs . Job & Opportunity South Africa Elections 2026: DA Leads Gauteng as Count Advances . Elections Monitoring Popular Today Policy and Reforms US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . War in Eastern DRC Muyaya: Congo's War Has Nothing to Do With the Constitution . Infrastructure DRC Signs Contracts to Modernise 13 Airports, First Deliveries in 2028 . Economic Reports DRC and IMF Reach Staff-Level Deal on Programme Reviews . | Economy DRC Opens London Forum Seeking Partnerships, Not Aid . ADVERTISEMENT What next for eastern Congo? The episode raises broader questions about M23's futur e. Can a rebel group that continues to fight the recognised DR Congo government credibly present itself as a serious political actor? Kinshasa views M23 as a major threat to national unity. The situation in eastern DR Congo remains highly complex, mixing ethnic tensions, security problems, and competition for valuable resources. Most observers believe any lasting solution will require serious talks involving the DR Congo government, Rwanda, and other regional players. For now, M23's unusual sales pitch has done more to expose the limits of its strategy than to advance it. In trying to act like a state while operating as a militia, the group and its backers have revealed a serious misunderstanding of how international power politics actually works. 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The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has proudly announced the selection of its largest ever Refugee Olympic Team for the 2024 Paris Olympics. This groundbreaking team is composed of 36 athletes from 11 countries who will participate in 12 sports, representing a poignant message of hope and inclusion to the world’s 100 million displaced individuals. The athletes, originating from diverse nations including several African countries, Syria, Iran, Afghanistan, Venezuela, and Cuba, were chosen based on their sporting performance, refugee status in host nations, and a balanced representation of sports and gender. The 2024 team, which includes 23 men and 13 women from three continents, is set to compete under its own emblem featuring a heart, symbolizing the core Olympic values of unity and peace. IOC President Thomas Bach highlighted the emotional and symbolic significance of the team, noting that it serves as a beacon of hope and a stark reminder of the global refugee crisis. The participation of the Refugee Team, which has grown from its inception in the 2016 Rio Olympics, aims to draw attention to the plight of displaced persons and foster a spirit of global solidarity. As the Paris Olympics draw near, the presence of the Refugee Olympic Team will not only showcase athletic excellence but also champion the cause of refugees worldwide, echoing the resilience and courage of those forced to flee their homes. The team’s journey from past Olympics in Rio and Tokyo to Paris represents a continuing commitment by the IOC to support displaced athletes and use sport as a bridge to overcome adversity. This participation in the Paris 2024 Olympics underlines the profound impact of sports in uniting people, promoting peace, and inspiring hope across the globe. Continue Reading Full Article By Author Name Author Name Home Comment May 3, 2024 May 15, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has proudly announced the selection of its largest ever Refugee Olympic Team for the 2024 Paris Olympics. This groundbreaking team is composed of 36 athletes from 11 countries who will participate in 12 sports, representing a poignant message of hope and inclusion to the world’s 100 million displaced individuals. The athletes, originating from diverse nations including several African countries, Syria, Iran, Afghanistan, Venezuela, and Cuba, were chosen based on their sporting performance, refugee status in host nations, and a balanced representation of sports and gender. The 2024 team, which includes 23 men and 13 women from three continents, is set to compete under its own emblem featuring a heart, symbolizing the core Olympic values of unity and peace. ADVERTISEMENT IOC President Thomas Bach highlighted the emotional and symbolic significance of the team, noting that it serves as a beacon of hope and a stark reminder of the global refugee crisis. The participation of the Refugee Team, which has grown from its inception in the 2016 Rio Olympics, aims to draw attention to the plight of displaced persons and foster a spirit of global solidarity. As the Paris Olympics draw near, the presence of the Refugee Olympic Team will not only showcase athletic excellence but also champion the cause of refugees worldwide, echoing the resilience and courage of those forced to flee their homes. ADVERTISEMENT The team’s journey from past Olympics in Rio and Tokyo to Paris represents a continuing commitment by the IOC to support displaced athletes and use sport as a bridge to overcome adversity. This participation in the Paris 2024 Olympics underlines the profound impact of sports in uniting people, promoting peace, and inspiring hope across the globe. Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . Policy and Reforms Tanzania Community Grants: Who Benefits and What Comes Next . Government Announcements Ghana–Canada Seafarer Deal Does Not Guarantee Jobs . Job & Opportunity South Africa Elections 2026: DA Leads Gauteng as Count Advances . Elections Monitoring Popular Today ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Tags

Rema remains set to headline Kigali’s Kwita Izina Concert on September 5 as Kivumbi King joins the lineup despite calls for him to reconsider. Rema Kigali Concert Pushes Forward Despite Calls to Reconsider The Nigerian Afrobeats star remains scheduled to headline the September 5 Kwita Izina Concert at BK Arena, while organizers continue expanding the lineup despite online calls for him to reconsider the Kigali appearance. KIGALI, Rwanda — August 22, 2026 — Rema’s planned concert in Kigali is moving forward, with organizers continuing preparations for the Nigerian superstar to headline the Kwita Izina Concert at BK Arena on September 5. The latest official information shows no sign that the performance has been cancelled or postponed. In an August 21 announcement by the Rwanda Development Board , Rema was confirmed as the headline act for the concert, which will take place one day after Rwanda’s 21st Kwita Izina Gorilla Naming Ceremony in Kinigi, Musanze District. Organizers have also started expanding the bill. Rwandan artist Kivumbi King has been announced among the performers expected to share the stage with Rema, while additional Rwandan and regional acts are due to be revealed. Rwandan outlet BTN Rwanda reported on August 21 that Rema will perform alongside Kivumbi King and other artists whose names are expected to be announced later. The continued rollout suggests that, for now, organizers are proceeding with the September 5 event as planned. Calls for Rema to reconsider the Kigali show The concert announcement has drawn criticism from some Congolese social-media users, who have urged Rema to reconsider performing in Rwanda because of the continuing conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Continue Reading Full Article ENTERTAINMENT Rema Kigali Concert Moves Ahead Despite Calls to Reconsider" By Neema Asha Mwakalinga Travel & Culture Expert Neema Asha Mwakalinga Home Comment Aug 23, 2026 Aug 24, 2026 6 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Rema Kigali Concert Pushes Forward Despite Calls to Reconsider The Nigerian Afrobeats star remains scheduled to headline the September 5 Kwita Izina Concert at BK Arena, while organizers continue expanding the lineup despite online calls for him to reconsider the Kigali appearance. KIGALI, Rwanda — August 22, 2026 — Rema’s planned concert in Kigali is moving forward, with organizers continuing preparations for the Nigerian superstar to headline the Kwita Izina Concert at BK Arena on September 5. The latest official information shows no sign that the performance has been cancelled or postponed. In an August 21 announcement by the Rwanda Development Board , Rema was confirmed as the headline act for the concert, which will take place one day after Rwanda’s 21st Kwita Izina Gorilla Naming Ceremony in Kinigi, Musanze District. Organizers have also started expanding the bill. Rwandan artist Kivumbi King has been announced among the performers expected to share the stage with Rema, while additional Rwandan and regional acts are due to be revealed. Rwandan outlet BTN Rwanda reported on August 21 that Rema will perform alongside Kivumbi King and other artists whose names are expected to be announced later. The continued rollout suggests that, for now, organizers are proceeding with the September 5 event as planned. Calls for Rema to reconsider the Kigali show The concert announcement has drawn criticism from some Congolese social-media users, who have urged Rema to reconsider performing in Rwanda because of the continuing conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. ADVERTISEMENT Some of those reacting online have pointed to Nigerian singer Tems, who cancelled a scheduled Kigali performance in early 2025 as fighting intensified in eastern Congo. Tems had been due to perform at BK Arena on March 22, 2025. She withdrew from the concert in January, saying she had promoted the event without fully understanding the situation surrounding the conflict and apologizing for appearing insensitive to people affected by it. Her cancellation was reported by Africanews on January 31, 2025 . That decision has since become a reference point in online campaigns directed at international artists booked to perform in Kigali. In March 2026, the Human Rights Foundation publicly urged Doja Cat to cancel a Rwanda performance , explicitly citing Tems’ earlier decision as an example. The appeal was connected to concerns about Rwanda’s role in the eastern DRC conflict. There is currently no indication that Rema has made the same decision. As of August 22, no public statement from Rema or his team announcing a cancellation of the September 5 concert has been identified, while the event continues to be promoted in Rwanda. ADVERTISEMENT Conflict remains part of the debate The criticism surrounding international performances in Kigali comes against the backdrop of continuing scrutiny of Rwanda over the war in eastern DRC. In February 2025, the United Nations Security Council unanimously adopted Resolution 2773 , calling on the Rwanda Defence Force to stop supporting M23 and withdraw from Congolese territory. A later 2025 report by the UN Group of Experts said the Rwanda Defence Force played a critical role in AFC/M23’s territorial expansion in North and South Kivu. Rwanda has disputed accusations surrounding its role in the conflict and has repeatedly raised the threat posed by the FDLR, an armed group operating in eastern DRC with historical links to perpetrators of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi. The political dispute has increasingly spilled into sport, tourism and entertainment, where appearances by major international celebrities can quickly become the focus of wider campaigns and debate. Organizers continue building the concert Despite that pressure, there are presently more signs of the Kigali concert advancing than retreating. Trending Now Regina Daniels Says She Won’t Consider Marriage Again . Nollywood Updates Pastor Adeboye Explains Why He Stopped Having Female Secretaries . Celebrity Trends Etinosa Idemudia Responds to ‘Secret Keeper’ YouTube Removal . Nollywood Updates Davido Purchases Matching Luxury Watches for Himself and Chioma . Entertainment Popular Today Entertainment Rema Kigali Concert Moves Forward as Early-Bird Tickets Sell Out . Entertainment Rema Kigali Concert Moves Ahead Despite Calls to Reconsider" . War in DR Congo Rema Faces Calls to Cancel Rwanda Show After Tems’ Withdrawal . African Culture Rema Biography: Age, Parents, Edo Roots & “Calm Down” Rise . ADVERTISEMENT The addition of Kivumbi King means organizers are now moving beyond the initial Rema announcement and beginning to reveal the supporting lineup. The September 5 show is part of the wider Kwita Izina programme. RDB previously announced that the 2026 celebrations would include conservation activities, screenings, community events and concerts around the September 4 gorilla naming ceremony. According to the official Kwita Izina programme announcement , 22 baby mountain gorillas are expected to receive names during this year’s ceremony. Rema is being positioned as the main international music attraction for the closing concert in Kigali. The Afrobeats star has performed in Rwanda before, but his planned return now comes under significantly different regional circumstances, with the eastern Congo conflict placing greater political attention on international entertainment events staged in Kigali. For now, however, the status of the concert remains unchanged: Rema is still listed as the September 5 headliner, Kivumbi King has joined the lineup, and organizers are continuing preparations despite calls for the Nigerian star to reconsider the performance. ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Justice & Crime M23 → AFC → FRN: Has Anything Really Changed? XTRAfrica examines Joseph Kabila's leadership of the FRN, its continuity with AFC/M23 and ... . Justice & Crime Tshisekedi's FDLR Diplomacy Challenges Rwanda's Security Case DRC takes its FDLR disarmament initiative to regional leaders and the UN, pressing for RDF withdrawal . Musics Don Jazzy Warns X User Over Impersonation and Fake Giveaway Music executive Don Jazzy cautions impersonator running a fake giveaway using his identity. . Entertainment Sola Allyson Explains Her Transition From Islam to Christianity Singer cites childhood experiences, family shifts and spiritual discovery in her faith journey. . 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Hakainde Hichilema has been declared the winner of Zambia's 2026 presidential election, securing a second term with around 60% of the vote. LUSAKA, Zambia --- August 18, 2026 --- Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema has been declared the winner of the country's presidential election , securing a second term after an election marked by political tensions, disruptions to vote counting and the arrest of opposition officials. According to results from Zambia's electoral commission reported by the Associated Press, Hichilema secured around 60% of the presidential vote , while his main challenger, opposition leader Brian Mundubile, received around 38% . The declaration settles a closely watched presidential contest in one of southern Africa's most politically stable democracies. Hichilema Secures Second Term Hichilema, 64, first came to power in 2021 and campaigned for another five-year term on his government's record of economic reform. His administration has overseen Zambia's debt restructuring, efforts to control inflation and measures aimed at attracting additional investment into the country's mining industry. Following the result, Hichilema said his government was humbled by the confidence voters had placed in it and pledged to govern for Zambians regardless of their political affiliation. The president has also promised to continue pursuing economic development and dramatically increase Zambia's copper production, an increasingly important issue as global powers compete for access to critical minerals. Election Followed Days of Tension The presidential result follows several tense days after Zambians went to the polls. Continue Reading Full Article ELECTIONS Hakainde Hichilema Wins Second Term in Zambia Election By Neema Asha Mwakalinga Travel & Culture Expert Neema Asha Mwakalinga Home Comment Aug 18, 2026 Aug 24, 2026 4 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: LUSAKA, Zambia --- August 18, 2026 --- Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema has been declared the winner of the country's presidential election , securing a second term after an election marked by political tensions, disruptions to vote counting and the arrest of opposition officials. According to results from Zambia's electoral commission reported by the Associated Press, Hichilema secured around 60% of the presidential vote , while his main challenger, opposition leader Brian Mundubile, received around 38% . The declaration settles a closely watched presidential contest in one of southern Africa's most politically stable democracies. Hichilema Secures Second Term Hichilema, 64, first came to power in 2021 and campaigned for another five-year term on his government's record of economic reform. His administration has overseen Zambia's debt restructuring, efforts to control inflation and measures aimed at attracting additional investment into the country's mining industry. Following the result, Hichilema said his government was humbled by the confidence voters had placed in it and pledged to govern for Zambians regardless of their political affiliation. ADVERTISEMENT The president has also promised to continue pursuing economic development and dramatically increase Zambia's copper production, an increasingly important issue as global powers compete for access to critical minerals. Election Followed Days of Tension The presidential result follows several tense days after Zambians went to the polls. Vote counting was temporarily suspended after the Electoral Commission reported attacks against election officials and the theft of ballot materials at some polling stations. Security forces were subsequently deployed to parts of Lusaka before counting resumed. Authorities also announced the detention of 11 opposition officials following a law-enforcement raid at a property where Mundubile was present. The government accused those detained of possessing military-grade weapons and materials intended for an armed insurrection. Mundubile was not arrested and rejected allegations surrounding his supporters. He also criticized the raid and raised concerns about the credibility of the electoral process. ADVERTISEMENT EU Observers Raise Concerns A preliminary assessment from European Union election observers said voting was largely peaceful but raised concerns about the wider political environment. The mission cited restrictions on fundamental freedoms, legal uncertainty and unequal campaign conditions. Those concerns are likely to remain part of the political debate even after Hichilema's victory has been declared. Zambia's Economy Takes Centre Stage Hichilema's victory comes as Zambia continues its recovery from the debt crisis that led the country to default on sovereign debt repayments in 2020. Under his administration, Zambia has restructured billions of dollars in debt and made progress on inflation and currency stability. However, many Zambians continue to face high living costs, unemployment and electricity shortages. Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . Policy and Reforms Tanzania Community Grants: Who Benefits and What Comes Next . Government Announcements Ghana–Canada Seafarer Deal Does Not Guarantee Jobs . Job & Opportunity South Africa Elections 2026: DA Leads Gauteng as Count Advances . Elections Monitoring Popular Today Elections Zambia Courts Closed as Mundubile Faces Election Petition Deadline . Elections Hakainde Hichilema Wins Second Term in Zambia Election . ADVERTISEMENT The country's vast copper resources also make the election internationally significant. China is already a major investor in Zambia's mining sector, while the United States has increased its interest in African critical minerals as global competition for copper and other strategic resources intensifies. Hichilema has pledged to increase Zambia's annual copper production to 3 million tonnes by 2031 . His second term will therefore be closely watched not only inside Zambia but across Africa and by international governments and investors seeking greater access to the continent's critical minerals. What Happens Next With the presidential result declared, attention will now turn to Hichilema's second-term priorities, the opposition's response to the result and the final assessment of international election observers. Economic conditions are also likely to remain central to his new mandate as voters look for improvements in household incomes, employment, electricity supply and the cost of living. ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Elections Zambia Courts Closed as Mundubile Faces Election Petition Deadline Court restrictions come as Brian Mundubile weighs a challenge to Hichilema’s re-election. . Elections Hakainde Hichilema Wins Second Term in Zambia Election hakainde-hichilema-wins-zambia-presidential-election-2026 . Tags Hakainde Hichilema Hakainde Hichilema Zambia Zambia Today Popular Today Popular Breaking News Breaking News

Kinshasa disputes M23’s announced pullout from Uvira, citing staged retreat and Rwanda’s continued presence. KINSHASA — December 18, 2025 | The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has raised serious doubts over the authenticity of the withdrawal announced by Rwanda-backed M23/AFC rebels from the eastern city of Uvira, describing it as a possible diversionary tactic to reduce international pressure, according to the report by BBC News Africa According to Provincial Government of SUD-KIVU spokesperson Me Didier Kabi, credible intelligence suggests the alleged pullout is not a genuine disengagement but a staged maneuver aimed at misleading both national and international observers. “We observed near-empty jeeps in circulated videos, with only drivers and a few personnel onboard,” said Kabi, adding that the operation lacked transparency and coordination. He further reported that a contingent of rebels was seen moving by foot through the Muami corridor and Kashekebwe hills, toward the Fizi highlands, indicating an attempt to regroup and potentially encircle Uvira. “Elements of M23 remain just 9 km from the city, still equipped with heavy artillery,” he noted. Government officials say Rwandan military personnel aligned with M23 were spotted in civilian areas, including Kavimvira and Kiliba, raising concerns of infiltration disguised as withdrawal. New unidentified individuals in civilian attire were also seen within Uvira, suspected of being combatants blending into the population in preparation for renewed hostilities. Congolese media outlets, including Radio Okapi and CongoNews, have widely reported these developments, citing local residents and civil society leaders who confirmed continued rebel presence near administrative buildings and road junctions. Communications Minister Patrick Muyaya emphasized the government’s position, stating that the withdrawal announcement lacks independent verification. “Who can confirm this? Where are they going? What are they leaving behind? We have to remain vigilant,” he posted on X (formerly Twitter). The rebel occupation of Uvira occurred just days after the Washington Peace Accord was signed on December 4 by Presidents Félix Tshisekedi and Paul Kagame under the mediation of former U.S. President Donald Trump. While the M23 group was not a direct signatory, they have been involved in a parallel peace track mediated by Qatar. International condemnation followed swiftly after the offensive. The United Nations reported at least 74 deaths, over 100 injuries, and more than 200,000 people displaced, including 30,000 who crossed into neighboring Burundi. The U.S. has since criticized the seizure of Uvira and warned of potential consequences for violations of the peace accord. M23 leader Bertrand Bisimwa claimed the withdrawal was "in progress" and framed it as a contribution to peace. In a post on X, he called on international partners to help ensure the city is not subjected to violence or retaliation. However, Kinshasa maintains that only a fully verifiable and unconditional withdrawal, monitored by neutral parties, can restore trust in the peace process. Local security officials have not yet confirmed the rebel departure, and civil society voices report ongoing tensions. South Kivu authorities have reiterated the need for clear guarantees and international oversight to ensure the safety of civilians and the full implementation of the Washington and Doha peace frameworks. Continue Reading Full Article WASHINGTON PEACE ACCORD M23’s Claimed Withdrawal from Uvira Met with Doubts By Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Political Analyst Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Home Comment Dec 19, 2025 May 15, 2026 3 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: KINSHASA — December 18, 2025 | The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has raised serious doubts over the authenticity of the withdrawal announced by Rwanda-backed M23/AFC rebels from the eastern city of Uvira, describing it as a possible diversionary tactic to reduce international pressure, according to the report by BBC News Africa According to Provincial Government of SUD-KIVU spokesperson Me Didier Kabi, credible intelligence suggests the alleged pullout is not a genuine disengagement but a staged maneuver aimed at misleading both national and international observers. “We observed near-empty jeeps in circulated videos, with only drivers and a few personnel onboard,” said Kabi, adding that the operation lacked transparency and coordination. He further reported that a contingent of rebels was seen moving by foot through the Muami corridor and Kashekebwe hills, toward the Fizi highlands, indicating an attempt to regroup and potentially encircle Uvira. “Elements of M23 remain just 9 km from the city, still equipped with heavy artillery,” he noted. ADVERTISEMENT Government officials say Rwandan military personnel aligned with M23 were spotted in civilian areas, including Kavimvira and Kiliba, raising concerns of infiltration disguised as withdrawal. New unidentified individuals in civilian attire were also seen within Uvira, suspected of being combatants blending into the population in preparation for renewed hostilities. Congolese media outlets, including Radio Okapi and CongoNews, have widely reported these developments, citing local residents and civil society leaders who confirmed continued rebel presence near administrative buildings and road junctions. Communications Minister Patrick Muyaya emphasized the government’s position, stating that the withdrawal announcement lacks independent verification. “Who can confirm this? Where are they going? What are they leaving behind? We have to remain vigilant,” he posted on X (formerly Twitter). ADVERTISEMENT The rebel occupation of Uvira occurred just days after the Washington Peace Accord was signed on December 4 by Presidents Félix Tshisekedi and Paul Kagame under the mediation of former U.S. President Donald Trump. While the M23 group was not a direct signatory, they have been involved in a parallel peace track mediated by Qatar. International condemnation followed swiftly after the offensive. The United Nations reported at least 74 deaths, over 100 injuries, and more than 200,000 people displaced, including 30,000 who crossed into neighboring Burundi. The U.S. has since criticized the seizure of Uvira and warned of potential consequences for violations of the peace accord. 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In a post on X, he called on international partners to help ensure the city is not subjected to violence or retaliation. However, Kinshasa maintains that only a fully verifiable and unconditional withdrawal, monitored by neutral parties, can restore trust in the peace process. Local security officials have not yet confirmed the rebel departure, and civil society voices report ongoing tensions. South Kivu authorities have reiterated the need for clear guarantees and international oversight to ensure the safety of civilians and the full implementation of the Washington and Doha peace frameworks. source from the original article by BBC NEWS Africa ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles War in Eastern DRC Fresh Masisi Fighting Forces More Congolese Families to Flee AFC/M23 advances and clashes with Wazalendo trigger new displacement as Doha monitoring begins. . 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