After the deadly Uvira offensive, HRW calls for urgent sanctions on Rwanda and demands immediate humanitarian access amid rising war crimes and mass displacement. Uvira, South Kivu | December 14, 2025 — The capture of the strategic city of Uvira by Rwandan forces and the M23 armed group has triggered grave concerns of war crimes and humanitarian violations, according to a New detailed report released by Human Rights Watch (HRW). The assault, which took place on December 10, followed days of heavy fighting with Congolese and Burundian forces, resulting in 74 civilian deaths, over 80 wounded, and the displacement of more than 200,000 people, including 30,000 fleeing into Burundi. The U.S. and United Nations have condemned the use of attack drones, heavy artillery, and suicide drones, confirming Rwanda’s deep military involvement, despite public denials from Kigali. The Washington Accords have not delivered security or access to aid. The warring parties are still committing atrocities and obstructing humanitarian efforts,” said Clémentine de Montjoye, senior Great Lakes researcher at HRW. A City Under Siege, Civilians Under Fire Eyewitnesses described scenes of horror across Uvira and its outskirts: In Kasenga, M23 fighters executed unarmed men, accusing them of being Wazalendo militia. In Kiliba, journalist Janvier Lwesho Nyakirigo and his brother were killed in a drone strike. In Sange, at least 36 civilians died from drone-launched explosives in the town center. Verified videos show dozens of civilian corpses, some of them children. The humanitarian crisis is growing dire. Hospitals are overwhelmed, aid routes are cut, and the World Food Programme has suspended operations in South Kivu due to insecurity. Refugees arriving in Burundi report receiving little or no assistance. Continue Reading Full Article WASHINGTON PEACE ACCORD HRW Urges Urgent Sanctions, Aid Access After Rwanda-M23 Uvira Assault By Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Political Analyst Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Home Comment Dec 15, 2025 May 15, 2026 4 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Uvira, South Kivu | December 14, 2025 — The capture of the strategic city of Uvira by Rwandan forces and the M23 armed group has triggered grave concerns of war crimes and humanitarian violations, according to a New detailed report released by Human Rights Watch (HRW). The assault, which took place on December 10, followed days of heavy fighting with Congolese and Burundian forces, resulting in 74 civilian deaths, over 80 wounded, and the displacement of more than 200,000 people, including 30,000 fleeing into Burundi. The U.S. and United Nations have condemned the use of attack drones, heavy artillery, and suicide drones, confirming Rwanda’s deep military involvement, despite public denials from Kigali. The Washington Accords have not delivered security or access to aid. The warring parties are still committing atrocities and obstructing humanitarian efforts,” said Clémentine de Montjoye, senior Great Lakes researcher at HRW. A City Under Siege, Civilians Under Fire Eyewitnesses described scenes of horror across Uvira and its outskirts: In Kasenga, M23 fighters executed unarmed men, accusing them of being Wazalendo militia. In Kiliba, journalist Janvier Lwesho Nyakirigo and his brother were killed in a drone strike. In Sange, at least 36 civilians died from drone-launched explosives in the town center. Verified videos show dozens of civilian corpses, some of them children. The humanitarian crisis is growing dire. Hospitals are overwhelmed, aid routes are cut, and the World Food Programme has suspended operations in South Kivu due to insecurity. Refugees arriving in Burundi report receiving little or no assistance. Rwanda’s Deep Involvement Confirmed by the U.S. In a UN Security Council emergency meeting on December 12, the United States confirmed that: ADVERTISEMENT Rwanda had 5,000–7,000 troops inside Congo before the Uvira assault. It supplied surface-to-air missiles, drones, and advanced weaponry. It provided strategic and political leadership to both M23 and the AFC (Congo River Alliance), treating the rebel group as a proxy force to serve its geopolitical ambitions. Rather than a march toward peace, Rwanda is dragging the region into instability and war,” the U.S. delegation stated. Demands for Action: Sanctions, Accountability, and Access HRW has urged: ADVERTISEMENT Immediate targeted sanctions by the U.S. and EU against Rwandan officials responsible for the abuses. A review of all military and minerals-related cooperation with Kigali. Support for the UN Commission of Inquiry on eastern DRC. Pressure on Rwanda, Burundi, and DRC to allow humanitarian access and protect civilians. Unless those responsible face serious consequences, the worst may be yet to come,” de Montjoye warned. A Collapse of Peace Efforts? The Uvira offensive took place just days after the Washington Accords were signed on December 4. HRW and several international actors now question the viability of the peace process: 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 War in Eastern DRC Fresh Masisi Fighting Forces More Congolese Families to Flee . 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Guinea-Bissau beat Nigeria 3-0 in Bissau as Franculino Djú, Mama Baldé and Álvaro Djaló scored in the AFCON 2027 qualifier. BISSAU, Guinea-Bissau — 30 September 2026: Nigeria’s Super Eagles suffered a 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau in their second 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, leaving Eric Chelle’s side three points behind the Group L leaders after two matches. Franculino Djú opened the scoring, Mama Baldé doubled the lead after the break and Álvaro Djaló added a stoppage-time third. The result was confirmed across multiple match reports, including BBC News Pidgin , which tracked all three goals and the full-time score. Nigeria had opened the campaign with a 2-1 comeback win over Madagascar but could not follow that result with another victory in Bissau. What happened in Guinea-Bissau vs Nigeria? Guinea-Bissau beat Nigeria 3-0 in their AFCON 2027 qualifier on 29 September 2026. Franculino Djú scored in the 15th minute, Mama Baldé made it 2-0 in the 66th, and Álvaro Djaló completed the win in stoppage time, sending the hosts clear at the top of Group L. Three goals settle a difficult night for Nigeria Guinea-Bissau struck first after 15 minutes through Franculino Djú. BBC’s live coverage recorded the opener and showed the hosts continuing to press Nigeria through the first half rather than sitting on the lead. Nigeria reached half-time 1-0 down and tried to increase the tempo after the break, but the second goal arrived for the hosts instead. Mama Baldé scored in the 66th minute, and Álvaro Djaló made it 3-0 in the fifth minute of stoppage time. Pulse Sports Nigeria also reported the same scorers and final score. The defeat came after Nigeria had started qualifying positively. The Confederation of African Football recorded Nigeria’s 2-1 Matchday One victory over Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau’s 2-0 away win against Tanzania, setting up Tuesday’s meeting as an early contest between the two non-host sides that had opened with victories. What the result means for Group L Guinea-Bissau moved to six points from two matches, while Nigeria remained on three. Because Tanzania is already qualified automatically as a co-host of AFCON 2027, the group has an unusual structure: Nigeria, Guinea-Bissau and Madagascar are effectively competing for the remaining qualifying place available from the section. That makes dropped points particularly expensive. Nigeria still has four group matches to play, so the defeat does not decide qualification, but it gives Guinea-Bissau an early three-point advantage in the race among the non-host teams. Continue Reading Full Article SPORTS TRENDS Guinea-Bissau Beat Nigeria 3-0 in AFCON 2027 Qualifier By Otieno kevin News Editor Otieno kevin Home Comment Sep 30, 2026 Sep 30, 2026 4 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: BISSAU, Guinea-Bissau — 30 September 2026: Nigeria’s Super Eagles suffered a 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau in their second 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, leaving Eric Chelle’s side three points behind the Group L leaders after two matches. Franculino Djú opened the scoring, Mama Baldé doubled the lead after the break and Álvaro Djaló added a stoppage-time third. The result was confirmed across multiple match reports, including BBC News Pidgin , which tracked all three goals and the full-time score. Nigeria had opened the campaign with a 2-1 comeback win over Madagascar but could not follow that result with another victory in Bissau. What happened in Guinea-Bissau vs Nigeria? Guinea-Bissau beat Nigeria 3-0 in their AFCON 2027 qualifier on 29 September 2026. Franculino Djú scored in the 15th minute, Mama Baldé made it 2-0 in the 66th, and Álvaro Djaló completed the win in stoppage time, sending the hosts clear at the top of Group L. Three goals settle a difficult night for Nigeria Guinea-Bissau struck first after 15 minutes through Franculino Djú. BBC’s live coverage recorded the opener and showed the hosts continuing to press Nigeria through the first half rather than sitting on the lead. Nigeria reached half-time 1-0 down and tried to increase the tempo after the break, but the second goal arrived for the hosts instead. Mama Baldé scored in the 66th minute, and Álvaro Djaló made it 3-0 in the fifth minute of stoppage time. Pulse Sports Nigeria also reported the same scorers and final score. The defeat came after Nigeria had started qualifying positively. The Confederation of African Football recorded Nigeria’s 2-1 Matchday One victory over Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau’s 2-0 away win against Tanzania, setting up Tuesday’s meeting as an early contest between the two non-host sides that had opened with victories. ADVERTISEMENT What the result means for Group L Guinea-Bissau moved to six points from two matches, while Nigeria remained on three. Because Tanzania is already qualified automatically as a co-host of AFCON 2027, the group has an unusual structure: Nigeria, Guinea-Bissau and Madagascar are effectively competing for the remaining qualifying place available from the section. That makes dropped points particularly expensive. Nigeria still has four group matches to play, so the defeat does not decide qualification, but it gives Guinea-Bissau an early three-point advantage in the race among the non-host teams. The loss also gives extra significance to Nigeria’s November qualifying window. Chelle’s side will need to respond quickly rather than allow the gap to widen. ADVERTISEMENT Nigeria played without Victor Osimhen Nigeria entered the September qualifiers without Victor Osimhen. CAF reported before the window that the Nigeria Football Federation had ruled the striker out of both the Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau matches while he recovered from a muscle problem. His absence does not by itself explain a three-goal defeat, and Nigeria still fielded experienced attacking players. But the team struggled to convert possession into goals in Bissau, and the morning after the match much of the public reaction focused on the difference in Nigeria’s attacking threat without its leading striker. The squad still included forwards with recent national-team momentum. George Ilenikhena , who had scored in the opening win over Madagascar, came on during the second half and had a late effort saved. XTRAfrica has also profiled Arthur Okonkwo , one of the goalkeepers brought into Nigeria’s September group, and previously covered his AFCON qualifying call-up . Akor Adams started in attack in Bissau. Earlier in 2026, XTRAfrica covered Adams’ first AFCON goal for Nigeria , part of a period in which the forward was pushing for a larger role around the national team. 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 Technology and Innovation Mauritius, South Africa, Nigeria Clear Youth AI Benchmark . Business Trends Lwazi Bam Named to MTN Nigeria Board From 1 December . | Appointments Dapo Akande Elected ICJ Judge: UK-Nigerian Lawyer's 2026 Win . Biography Dapo Akande Biography: Nigerian-British Lawyer Elected to ICJ . Energy and Power Africa Energy Bank Explained: Funding, Purpose and Projects . ADVERTISEMENT Pressure shifts to Chelle and the next qualifiers Nigeria’s immediate problem is not simply the size of Tuesday’s defeat but the qualification position it created. Guinea-Bissau has maximum points, while Nigeria must recover ground in a group where only one of the three non-host nations can take the available qualifying place. There is still enough football left for the standings to change. CAF says the next AFCON qualifying window runs in November, before the final two rounds in March 2027. Nigeria will therefore have time to recover injured players and adjust the team before the campaign resumes. For Chelle, the next matches will test whether the Bissau result was an isolated collapse or the start of a deeper problem. For Guinea-Bissau, six points from two matches has created an early advantage that the rest of Group L must now chase. ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Technology and Innovation Mauritius, South Africa, Nigeria Clear Youth AI Benchmark Only three African Commonwealth countries meet the new 53-point readiness line . Business Trends Lwazi Bam Named to MTN Nigeria Board From 1 December MTN Group's chief risk officer joins four other appointees in a November board announcement. . | Appointments Dapo Akande Elected ICJ Judge: UK-Nigerian Lawyer's 2026 Win Oxford professor Dapo Akande wins a nine-year ICJ term as Britain returns to the World Court. . Biography Dapo Akande Biography: Nigerian-British Lawyer Elected to ICJ Dapo Akande’s Nigerian education, Oxford career, international cases and 2026 ICJ election. . Tags Nigeria Nigeria

Michael B. Jordan attended the 2026 Critics Choice Awards with his mother while nominated for Best Actor in Sinners. Michael B. Jordan attended the 31st annual Critics Choice Awards on Sunday night accompanied by his mother, Donna Jordan, marking a family moment at one of Hollywood’s major awards ceremonies. The actor, 38, was nominated for Best Actor in a Motion Picture for his role in Sinners . The event took place on January 4 at Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California. Jordan wore an oxblood double-breasted suit by Louis Vuitton, while his mother appeared in a custom black ensemble, featuring gray braids and curls. The pair walked the red carpet together and were photographed throughout the evening. During an interview on E! Live from the Red Carpet , Jordan commented briefly on the role his mother plays in his personal life, saying potential partners must earn her approval. Jordan has largely kept his dating life private in recent years. He was last publicly linked to Lori Harvey, with whom he dated from 2020 to 2022. In past interviews, including one with GQ in 2025, the actor has acknowledged that dating remains challenging amid his career demands and public visibility, while maintaining that marriage is still a long-term goal. The appearance highlighted Jordan’s continued presence during awards season, following critical recognition for his latest film work. Soft source attribution: ESSENCE Continue Reading Full Article HOLLYWOOD UPDATES Michael B. Jordan Attends Critics Choice Awards With His Mother By Witty Pascal Entertainment Editor Witty Pascal Home Comment Jan 5, 2026 May 15, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Michael B. Jordan attended the 31st annual Critics Choice Awards on Sunday night accompanied by his mother, Donna Jordan, marking a family moment at one of Hollywood’s major awards ceremonies. The actor, 38, was nominated for Best Actor in a Motion Picture for his role in Sinners . The event took place on January 4 at Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California. ADVERTISEMENT Jordan wore an oxblood double-breasted suit by Louis Vuitton, while his mother appeared in a custom black ensemble, featuring gray braids and curls. The pair walked the red carpet together and were photographed throughout the evening. During an interview on E! Live from the Red Carpet , Jordan commented briefly on the role his mother plays in his personal life, saying potential partners must earn her approval. ADVERTISEMENT Jordan has largely kept his dating life private in recent years. He was last publicly linked to Lori Harvey, with whom he dated from 2020 to 2022. In past interviews, including one with GQ in 2025, the actor has acknowledged that dating remains challenging amid his career demands and public visibility, while maintaining that marriage is still a long-term goal. The appearance highlighted Jordan’s continued presence during awards season, following critical recognition for his latest film work. Trending Now Master P Faces Son Mercy Miller in College Basketball Clash . Entertainment Taylor Swift’s ‘End of an Era’ Docuseries Moves Fans to Tears . Entertainment Kim Kardashian Faces Setback as Mentor Discusses Bar Exam Effort . Entertainment U.S. Vows to Hold Rwanda, M23 Accountable for Congo War Crimes . Washington Peace Accord Popular Today Hollywood Updates Vin Diesel Honors Michael Caine With New Festival Tribute . Hollywood Updates Kim Kardashian Shares Surprise Wedding Photos From TV Drama . Justice & Crime Opera Singer Jubilant Sykes Fatally Stabbed in Santa Monica . Hollywood Updates Angela Bassett Reflects on Aging, Says She Still Feels Young at 67 . Hollywood Updates Pamela Anderson Confirms Brief Romance With Liam Neeson . ADVERTISEMENT Soft source attribution: ESSENCE 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 United States United States

Hyacinth Idibia speaks out as tensions escalate between 2Baba and Natasha Osawaru, sparking renewed public concern. Hyacinth Idibia, the younger brother of Nigerian music star Innocent “2Baba” Idibia, has issued a public statement following escalating controversy surrounding the singer and his wife, Edo lawmaker Natasha Osawaru. Hyacinth shared a reflective message on Instagram, quoting lyrics from one of 2Baba’s songs while expressing concern about the unfolding situation.“You’ve always been ahead, always been brilliant. Lyrics meant to inspire, but somehow it’s unfolding in real time… Painful reality. Allow us save you, Oyinem’. You’ve been suffering for too long. God knows,” he wrote. His comments follow weeks of rising tension within the couple’s public interactions. The matter intensified after a recent Instagram Live session hosted by broadcaster Daddy Freeze, during which 2Baba and Natasha engaged in a heated exchange that quickly went viral. The incident has fueled speculation about deeper issues in the marriage, with many fans expressing concern about the singer’s emotional and mental well-being as discussions continue across social media. Continue Reading Full Article ENTERTAINMENT 2Baba’s Brother Addresses Rising Tension in Singer’s Marriage By Witty Pascal Entertainment Editor Witty Pascal Home Comment Dec 3, 2025 May 15, 2026 1 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Hyacinth Idibia, the younger brother of Nigerian music star Innocent “2Baba” Idibia, has issued a public statement following escalating controversy surrounding the singer and his wife, Edo lawmaker Natasha Osawaru. Hyacinth shared a reflective message on Instagram, quoting lyrics from one of 2Baba’s songs while expressing concern about the unfolding situation.“You’ve always been ahead, always been brilliant. ADVERTISEMENT Lyrics meant to inspire, but somehow it’s unfolding in real time… Painful reality. Allow us save you, Oyinem’. You’ve been suffering for too long. God knows,” he wrote. His comments follow weeks of rising tension within the couple’s public interactions. The matter intensified after a recent Instagram Live session hosted by broadcaster Daddy Freeze, during which 2Baba and Natasha engaged in a heated exchange that quickly went viral. ADVERTISEMENT The incident has fueled speculation about deeper issues in the marriage, with many fans expressing concern about the singer’s emotional and mental well-being as discussions continue across social media. Trending Now Davido to Return to The Jennifer Hudson Show on December 4 . Afrobeats RIB Reveals Six Charges Against Djihad Over Leaked Yampano Video . Rwandan Entertainment Alarm Ministries Celebrates 26 Years with Historic Concert . Rwandan Entertainment Tems Says She Has Surpassed Her Early Career Dreams . Nigerian Entertainment 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 Entertainment Melania Trump Launches Muse Films, Announces Debut Documentary Former First Lady unveils film company and first documentary set for January theatrical release. . Nigerian Entertainment African Music Must Retain Cultural Authenticity: Producer Andrawine Andrawine urges African creators to balance cultural identity with world-class production standards. . Rwandan Entertainment Kecapu and Bamenya Win Cars at Mashariki Film Festival 2025 Two Rwandan artists win Hyundai Sonata cars at the 11th Mashariki Film Festival. . Musics Master Fire Marries After 18 Years in University Rwandan artist Master Fire ties the knot after a long journey through university and music . Tags Musics Musics

Don Jazzy reveals he searched for girls who rejected him before fame, saying the experience helped him heal from past insecurity. Don Jazzy has turned an old wound into a story about confidence, fame, and healing. According to the original report, the Mavin Records founder made the revelation during an appearance on the Keeping It Real With Jima podcast, where he spoke about being rejected by girls during his secondary school days. The Nigerian music executive said those experiences affected his self-esteem at the time. He explained that some girls dismissed him because they did not consider him attractive, a memory that stayed with him even after he became successful. After music changed his life, Don Jazzy said he went back to look for the girls who once rejected him. For him, it was not just about showing off success. It was a personal way of facing the insecurity and emotional weight he carried from that period. The producer added that when he eventually tried to reconnect with many of them, most were already married. Don Jazzy , one of Africa’s most influential music figures, has built Mavin Records into a powerhouse behind stars like Ayra Starr, Rema, Ladipoe , Crayon, and Johnny Drille . But his comments show that even major success does not erase the private battles people carry from their younger years. His story has struck a chord because it touches on something many people understand: rejection before success, and the complicated feeling of being seen differently after fame arrives. For Don Jazzy, the experience seems less about revenge and more about closure. Fame gave him recognition, but facing the past helped him measure how far he had come. ENTERTAINMENT Don Jazzy Says Fame Helped Him Face Old Rejections By Witty Pascal Entertainment Editor Witty Pascal Home Comment Jun 8, 2026 Jun 8, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Don Jazzy has turned an old wound into a story about confidence, fame, and healing. According to the original report, the Mavin Records founder made the revelation during an appearance on the Keeping It Real With Jima podcast, where he spoke about being rejected by girls during his secondary school days. ADVERTISEMENT The Nigerian music executive said those experiences affected his self-esteem at the time. He explained that some girls dismissed him because they did not consider him attractive, a memory that stayed with him even after he became successful. After music changed his life, Don Jazzy said he went back to look for the girls who once rejected him. For him, it was not just about showing off success. It was a personal way of facing the insecurity and emotional weight he carried from that period. ADVERTISEMENT The producer added that when he eventually tried to reconnect with many of them, most were already married. Don Jazzy , one of Africa’s most influential music figures, has built Mavin Records into a powerhouse behind stars like Ayra Starr, Rema, Ladipoe , Crayon, and Johnny Drille . But his comments show that even major success does not erase the private battles people carry from their younger years. 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 His story has struck a chord because it touches on something many people understand: rejection before success, and the complicated feeling of being seen differently after fame arrives. For Don Jazzy, the experience seems less about revenge and more about closure. Fame gave him recognition, but facing the past helped him measure how far he had come. 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 Nigerian Entertainment Nigerian Entertainment Nigeria Nigeria

Miss Muyango and DJ Brianne confirm end of partnership, citing personal career paths and independent ambitions. Rwandan entertainment figures M iss Muyango and DJ Brianne have confirmed the end of their professional collaboration, bringing clarity to speculation that had circulated on social media. The two personalities, known for co-hosting events and appearing together at various entertainment functions, had built a strong public image as a working duo within Rwanda’s hosting scene. However, in separate interviews, both parties explained that their decision to part ways was not due to conflict but rather individual career ambitions. DJ Brianne stated in an interview with Isibo TV that she chose to pursue independent projects to test her personal capabilities and build her own brand. She noted that the idea of working solo had been a long-standing goal. She also clarified that her relationship with Miss Muyango was strictly professional, emphasizing that their interactions were centered around work and event coordination rather than a personal friendship. In addition, DJ Brianne dismissed rumors linking her to the reported breakup between Miss Muyango and her former partner, describing such claims as unfounded. Miss Muyango, speaking in a separate interview with RUA Rwanda , confirmed the end of their collaboration while maintaining a reserved tone. She stated that both individuals had chosen to focus on their respective paths and declined to comment further on their past working relationship. She added that she respects past collaborations and prefers not to discuss former professional partners publicly, wishing DJ Brianne success in her future endeavors. The development highlights a shift from joint appearances to independent careers for both entertainers, reflecting a broader trend in the industry where collaborations often evolve into solo ventures. Continue Reading Full Article ENTERTAINMENT Miss Muyango, DJ Brianne End Professional Partnership By Witty Pascal Entertainment Editor Witty Pascal Home Comment May 5, 2026 May 15, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Rwandan entertainment figures M iss Muyango and DJ Brianne have confirmed the end of their professional collaboration, bringing clarity to speculation that had circulated on social media. The two personalities, known for co-hosting events and appearing together at various entertainment functions, had built a strong public image as a working duo within Rwanda’s hosting scene. However, in separate interviews, both parties explained that their decision to part ways was not due to conflict but rather individual career ambitions. ADVERTISEMENT DJ Brianne stated in an interview with Isibo TV that she chose to pursue independent projects to test her personal capabilities and build her own brand. She noted that the idea of working solo had been a long-standing goal. She also clarified that her relationship with Miss Muyango was strictly professional, emphasizing that their interactions were centered around work and event coordination rather than a personal friendship. In addition, DJ Brianne dismissed rumors linking her to the reported breakup between Miss Muyango and her former partner, describing such claims as unfounded. ADVERTISEMENT Miss Muyango, speaking in a separate interview with RUA Rwanda , confirmed the end of their collaboration while maintaining a reserved tone. She stated that both individuals had chosen to focus on their respective paths and declined to comment further on their past working relationship. She added that she respects past collaborations and prefers not to discuss former professional partners publicly, wishing DJ Brianne success in her future endeavors. 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 . 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Jean-Pierre Bemba inspected three DRC airport projects and demanded deadline compliance, but key delivery details remain unpublished. Transport Minister Jean-Pierre Bemba has inspected three major airport projects in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and told the teams responsible that construction schedules must be respected. The inspection tour on Monday, 27 July, took Bemba to Bunia in Ituri, Lubumbashi in Haut-Katanga and Kananga in Kasaï-Central. According to the Journal de Kinshasa , the minister reviewed construction, renovation and extension works and held discussions with contractors, provincial authorities and officials from the Régie des Voies Aériennes, or RVA. The message from the tour was firm: obstacles must be addressed and delivery calendars must be followed. The reports reviewed by XTRAfrica did not publish revised handover dates, comparable progress figures or detailed budgets for all three projects. What happened during the three-airport tour? Bemba began the tour in Bunia, where he was received by Ituri’s military governor, Major-General Gaby Kasongo Mulumba. He then travelled to Lubumbashi, where he inspected work at Luano International Airport alongside RVA director-general Louis-Blaise Londole. The final stop was Kananga, where Kasaï-Central governor Joseph-Moïse Kambulu received the minister. At each location, the delegation examined ongoing work and discussed the problems affecting implementation. The publicly reported purpose was to identify constraints, reinforce technical requirements and keep the projects within their construction calendars. Continue Reading Full Article INFRASTRUCTURE Bemba Demands Deadlines at Three DRC Airports By Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Political Analyst Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Home Comment Jul 28, 2026 Aug 18, 2026 5 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Transport Minister Jean-Pierre Bemba has inspected three major airport projects in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and told the teams responsible that construction schedules must be respected. The inspection tour on Monday, 27 July, took Bemba to Bunia in Ituri, Lubumbashi in Haut-Katanga and Kananga in Kasaï-Central. According to the Journal de Kinshasa , the minister reviewed construction, renovation and extension works and held discussions with contractors, provincial authorities and officials from the Régie des Voies Aériennes, or RVA. The message from the tour was firm: obstacles must be addressed and delivery calendars must be followed. The reports reviewed by XTRAfrica did not publish revised handover dates, comparable progress figures or detailed budgets for all three projects. What happened during the three-airport tour? Bemba began the tour in Bunia, where he was received by Ituri’s military governor, Major-General Gaby Kasongo Mulumba. He then travelled to Lubumbashi, where he inspected work at Luano International Airport alongside RVA director-general Louis-Blaise Londole. ADVERTISEMENT The final stop was Kananga, where Kasaï-Central governor Joseph-Moïse Kambulu received the minister. At each location, the delegation examined ongoing work and discussed the problems affecting implementation. The publicly reported purpose was to identify constraints, reinforce technical requirements and keep the projects within their construction calendars. That makes the tour an accountability intervention. It is not yet proof that the obstacles have been removed or that contractors will deliver on time. What is happening at Bunia’s airport? The most detailed information from the tour concerns Bunia’s Murongo Airport. according to Ituri.cd said that work on the renovated terminal had entered its finishing phase. Bemba welcomed the progress but asked for additional measures before the airport is fully put into service. The recommendations reportedly included extending the runway, clearing parts of the airport’s right-of-way and creating technical areas for weapons-control services under the supervision of the Directorate General of Migration. These requests show why visible building work is only one part of airport modernisation. Runway capacity, protected land, passenger controls, safety systems and operational certification are also necessary before an airport can function reliably. No date was announced for the resumption of commercial flights at Bunia during the visit. ADVERTISEMENT What was inspected in Lubumbashi? At Luano International Airport in Lubumbashi, Bemba reviewed the progress of modernisation work and stressed the importance of safety, service quality and professional execution. Lubumbashi is one of the DRC’s most important economic centres. Its airport serves passengers, businesses and the wider mining and commercial economy of the Grand Katanga region. A modernised airport could improve passenger handling, strengthen domestic and international connections and support the movement of people and goods. However, the reports published after the inspection did not provide a verified completion percentage, revised delivery date or full list of outstanding works at Luano. Why is Kananga under particular scrutiny? Kananga’s airport is important to the government’s effort to improve access to central DRC. The July tour included discussions about ongoing construction, renovation and extension work. It also followed earlier public concern about the pace of the project. In February, 7sur7 reported claims from local civil-society representatives that work had slowed because of administrative and financial difficulties. 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 Justice & Crime Inside DRC’s Operation to Bring Denise Dusauchoy to Kinshasa . Rwanda Politics Kagame Sides With Journalist Against His Own Foreign Minister . Natural Disasters Guinea Landfill Landslide Kills 30 as Search Continues . Justice & Crime Niger Governor Orders Rescue of Worshippers Abducted in Borgu . Biography DJ Maphorisa Biography: Age, Real Name, Songs & Amapiano Rise . ADVERTISEMENT Those earlier claims included concerns about authorisation for runway work and delayed payments to some suppliers. The latest inspection confirms that Kananga remains an active project. Why do the three airports are so Important ? The DRC is one of Africa’s largest countries, and many provincial journeys are difficult or extremely time-consuming by road. Reliable airports can reduce isolation and improve travel between provinces. They can also support trade, emergency response, tourism, investment and the movement of time-sensitive goods. The expected benefits differ by city: Bunia: safer and more reliable access to Ituri, including for residents, businesses and humanitarian operations. Lubumbashi: stronger passenger and commercial links for one of the country’s biggest economic centres. Kananga: improved connectivity for Kasaï-Central and neighbouring parts of central DRC. 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Dar es Salaam Port says DRC-bound cargo can now be processed in about two days, as Congolese freight reaches 7.77 million tonnes and 53% of transit cargo. Dar es Salaam Port authorities say cargo destined for the Democratic Republic of the Congo can now be processed in about two days, down from around 10 days previously, as Congolese freight strengthens its position as the port's largest regional transit market. DAR ES SALAAM - September 21, 2026 - Congolese importers using Tanzania's Port of Dar es Salaam could benefit from substantially faster port processing after officials said the facility now has the capacity to process DRC-bound freight in approximately two days instead of around 10 days or more. The update emerged during a working visit to the port by DRC External Trade Minister Julien Paluku Kahongya, who travelled to Tanzania as Kinshasa and Dodoma work toward a new bilateral trade agreement. According to Ouragan , Tanzanian port officials told the Congolese delegation that the processing period for Congolese transit freight had been reduced to about two days. Paluku said the visit was intended to examine how Congolese merchandise is handled at the port and strengthen monitoring of cargo moving toward the DRC. From around 10 days to two The reported improvement is significant for Congolese traders because delays at a port can increase storage, handling and logistics costs before goods even begin their inland journey. Reporting on the port visit says the port now has the capacity to process Congolese freight in approximately two days, compared with around 10 days previously. The two-day figure refers specifically to processing at the Port of Dar es Salaam. It does not mean cargo can travel from the port to its final destination inside the DRC within two days. Total delivery times still depend on customs procedures, inland transport, border crossings, road and rail conditions, the destination inside the DRC and other logistics factors. Continue Reading Full Article TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS DRC Cargo Processing at Dar es Salaam Port Drops to Two Days By Neema Asha Mwakalinga Travel & Culture Expert Neema Asha Mwakalinga Home Comment Sep 21, 2026 Sep 21, 2026 6 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Dar es Salaam Port authorities say cargo destined for the Democratic Republic of the Congo can now be processed in about two days, down from around 10 days previously, as Congolese freight strengthens its position as the port's largest regional transit market. DAR ES SALAAM - September 21, 2026 - Congolese importers using Tanzania's Port of Dar es Salaam could benefit from substantially faster port processing after officials said the facility now has the capacity to process DRC-bound freight in approximately two days instead of around 10 days or more. The update emerged during a working visit to the port by DRC External Trade Minister Julien Paluku Kahongya, who travelled to Tanzania as Kinshasa and Dodoma work toward a new bilateral trade agreement. According to Ouragan , Tanzanian port officials told the Congolese delegation that the processing period for Congolese transit freight had been reduced to about two days. Paluku said the visit was intended to examine how Congolese merchandise is handled at the port and strengthen monitoring of cargo moving toward the DRC. From around 10 days to two The reported improvement is significant for Congolese traders because delays at a port can increase storage, handling and logistics costs before goods even begin their inland journey. Reporting on the port visit says the port now has the capacity to process Congolese freight in approximately two days, compared with around 10 days previously. The two-day figure refers specifically to processing at the Port of Dar es Salaam. It does not mean cargo can travel from the port to its final destination inside the DRC within two days. ADVERTISEMENT Total delivery times still depend on customs procedures, inland transport, border crossings, road and rail conditions, the destination inside the DRC and other logistics factors. DRC cargo reaches 7.77 million tonnes The faster processing claim comes as the DRC's importance to Dar es Salaam Port continues to grow. Official port data reported by The Citizen show that DRC-bound cargo increased by 30 percent to 7.77 million tonnes during Tanzania's 2025/26 financial year, up from 5.99 million tonnes the previous year. That represented approximately 53 percent of all transit cargo handled by the port. Total transit cargo through Dar es Salaam increased 17 percent to 14.61 million tonnes during the same financial year, according to the figures. The DRC was therefore responsible for more than half of the port's regional transit freight, highlighting the scale of Congolese trade moving through Tanzania's logistics network. The Congolese government's Agence Congolaise de Presse also reported the 7.77-million-tonne figure following Paluku's visit, describing Congolese freight as playing a central role in the port's transit business. ADVERTISEMENT Why Dar es Salaam is so Important to the DRC Dar es Salaam is one of the principal maritime gateways used by Congolese businesses, particularly for trade serving eastern and southeastern parts of the country. Goods arriving at the Tanzanian port can continue inland through the Central Corridor toward markets in the Great Lakes region and the DRC. Reducing the amount of time cargo spends being processed at the port could lower some costs associated with delays and make the corridor more attractive to Congolese importers and exporters. The actual savings for businesses, however, will depend on the entire logistics chain. Faster port processing cannot by itself eliminate delays elsewhere along the route. DRC and Tanzania prepare new trade agreement The port visit forms part of a wider effort by the DRC and Tanzania to strengthen bilateral commerce. On September 19, the two governments agreed to begin technical work on a bilateral trade agreement to be completed within 90 days. According to the DRC Ministry of External Trade , the two countries want the agreement to improve import, export and transit operations while reducing procedural costs, delays and other trade barriers. A joint technical team has been established to prepare the draft agreement. 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 Infrastructure DRC Signs Contracts to Modernise 13 Airports, First Deliveries in 2028 . Infrastructure DRC: Three Universities Modernized Under Félix Tshisekedi . Infrastructure Grand Inga Moves Forward as RDC-US Committee Meets in Paris . Infrastructure Congolese engineers head to France to prepare Grand Inga workforce . Infrastructure DRC Signs $877m MetroKin Airport Rail Agreement . ADVERTISEMENT The discussions involve Congolese public agencies operating in Tanzania, including the Direction Generale des Douanes et Accises (DGDA), the Office de Gestion du Fret Multimodal (OGEFREM) and the Centre d'Expertise, d'Evaluation et de Certification (CEEC). Better tracking of Congolese cargo Paluku also called for stronger interconnection between Congolese customs services and authorities operating at Dar es Salaam Port. According to Ouragan, the objective is to allow the DRC to track cargo declared for the Congolese market more consistently as it moves through the transit corridor. That could become increasingly important as Congolese volumes grow. With 7.77 million tonnes of DRC-bound cargo passing through Dar es Salaam in 2025/26, the corridor has become a major component of the commercial relationship between the two countries. For Congolese businesses, the next question is whether the reported two-day port-processing capacity can be maintained consistently and translated into lower overall logistics costs. For now, the latest figures point to two significant developments: the DRC accounts for roughly 53 percent of Dar es Salaam's transit cargo, and port authorities say its freight can now be processed in about two days rather than around 10. ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Infrastructure DRC Signs Contracts to Modernise 13 Airports, First Deliveries in 2028 Four firms will rebuild runways and terminals from Kalemie to Muanda under a Treasury-funded plan . Infrastructure DRC: Three Universities Modernized Under Félix Tshisekedi New and renovated campuses in Kinshasa, Kananga and Mbuji-Mayi aim to improve higher education . 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Congo and Rwanda to sign peace deal in Washington on June 27, 2025, ending decades of conflict. U.S. and Qatar broker historic treaty holding Rwanda accountable. WASHINGTON, D.C. - June 20, 2025 - After years of deadly tensions and foreign-backed violence in eastern Congo, a historic peace agreement between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the Republic of Rwanda is set to be signed in Washington on June 27, 2025, marking what U.S. officials call a “great day for Africa and the world.” The agreement, brokered through joint diplomatic efforts by the United States and Qatar, follows months of discreet negotiations and is expected to halt Rwanda's involvement in eastern Congo, where its influence through armed groups like M23 has destabilized the region and displaced millions. "I am very happy to report that I have arranged... a wonderful Treaty between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda, in their war, which was known for violent bloodshed and death,” said President Donald Trump via Truth Social. Signing Details Confirmed According to U.S. officials, Rwandan and Congolese representatives will arrive in Washington on Monday, June 23, to finalize preliminary documentation. The formal treaty signing will take place on Friday, June 27, with foreign ministers from both countries in attendance. Rwanda’s Foreign Minister, Olivier Nduhungirehe, confirmed that all terms were finalized and initialed on June 18, putting to rest speculation of unresolved disagreements. “It will simply be the formal ratification of what has already been agreed,” Nduhungirehe stated. What’s in the Peace Deal? The finalized treaty includes 3 core components: Security & Sovereignty: Immediate ceasefire, disarmament of armed groups, and the launch of a joint command mechanism based on CONOPS (October 2024 framework). Continue Reading Full Article Congo, Rwanda to Sign Peace Deal in Washington By Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Political Analyst Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Home Comment Jun 21, 2025 May 15, 2026 3 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: WASHINGTON, D.C. - June 20, 2025 - After years of deadly tensions and foreign-backed violence in eastern Congo, a historic peace agreement between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the Republic of Rwanda is set to be signed in Washington on June 27, 2025, marking what U.S. officials call a “great day for Africa and the world.” The agreement, brokered through joint diplomatic efforts by the United States and Qatar, follows months of discreet negotiations and is expected to halt Rwanda's involvement in eastern Congo, where its influence through armed groups like M23 has destabilized the region and displaced millions. "I am very happy to report that I have arranged... a wonderful Treaty between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda, in their war, which was known for violent bloodshed and death,” said President Donald Trump via Truth Social. Signing Details Confirmed According to U.S. officials, Rwandan and Congolese representatives will arrive in Washington on Monday, June 23, to finalize preliminary documentation. The formal treaty signing will take place on Friday, June 27, with foreign ministers from both countries in attendance. ADVERTISEMENT Rwanda’s Foreign Minister, Olivier Nduhungirehe, confirmed that all terms were finalized and initialed on June 18, putting to rest speculation of unresolved disagreements. “It will simply be the formal ratification of what has already been agreed,” Nduhungirehe stated. What’s in the Peace Deal? The finalized treaty includes 3 core components: Security & Sovereignty: Immediate ceasefire, disarmament of armed groups, and the launch of a joint command mechanism based on CONOPS (October 2024 framework). Political Accountability: Restoration of bilateral dialogue and the creation of a monitoring and enforcement committee. Regional Development: Cross-border cooperation on infrastructure, energy, and trade. Notably, this deal addresses Rwanda’s long-denied but well-documented role in backing rebel militias, whose operations have devastated North Kivu and South Kivu provinces. The forced displacement of civilians, targeted killings, and looting of mineral zones were among key concerns raised during the negotiations. ADVERTISEMENT U.S. Diplomacy Applauded, Rwanda’s Conduct Under Watch While President Trump used the moment to highlight his broader peace efforts globally, including in the Middle East and South Asia, Congolese observers noted the significance of holding Rwanda accountable without igniting further regional tensions. “This is not about rewarding aggressors, it’s about restoring Congo’s dignity and ending a long season of manipulation,” said one Kinshasa-based analyst. Qatar’s role in handling humanitarian and coordination efforts was praised by both parties. What Comes Next? Following the June 27 signing, both countries are expected to: 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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960 Music has filed a lawsuit to void the sale of Burna Boy’s early music catalogue, citing lack of shareholder consent. A legal dispute has arisen over the ownership of Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy’s early music catalogue, following a lawsuit filed by 960 Music Group seeking to overturn a multi-million-dollar transaction involving his former record label. The case relates to a deal allegedly concluded in mid-2024, in which Aristokrat Music, the label that signed Burna Boy at the start of his career, sold his early master recordings and intellectual property rights to Spaceship Music, his current imprint led by the artist and his mother, Bose Ogulu. 960 Music Group , which owns a 40 percent stake in Aristokrat Music, claims the sale was carried out without its knowledge, consent, or board approval. The company has filed suit in Port Harcourt, arguing that the catalogue constitutes a major corporate asset that could not legally be sold without the agreement of all principal shareholders. The dispute has also taken on a criminal dimension. Nigeria’s Force Criminal Investigation Department has filed charges against Aristokrat Music founder Piriye Isokrari following investigations into allegations of fraud and breach of fiduciary duty. Authorities allege that proceeds from the sale were diverted and that corporate governance processes were bypassed in negotiating the transaction with Spaceship Music. An executive at 960 Music Group said the company had no option but to seek legal intervention, maintaining that assets of such value cannot be transferred unilaterally. The case places Burna Boy’s early catalogue under legal uncertainty. While the deal was expected to grant him full control of his early masters, a court ruling in favour of 960 Music could require his label to surrender rights to some of his breakthrough recordings. Legal analysts say the outcome could have broader implications for music rights ownership, shareholder authority, and record label governance within Nigeria’s entertainment industry. Source The Sun Nigeria Continue Reading Full Article ENTERTAINMENT 960 Music challenges Burna Boy catalogue sale in court By Witty Pascal Entertainment Editor Witty Pascal Home Comment Feb 9, 2026 May 15, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: A legal dispute has arisen over the ownership of Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy’s early music catalogue, following a lawsuit filed by 960 Music Group seeking to overturn a multi-million-dollar transaction involving his former record label. The case relates to a deal allegedly concluded in mid-2024, in which Aristokrat Music, the label that signed Burna Boy at the start of his career, sold his early master recordings and intellectual property rights to Spaceship Music, his current imprint led by the artist and his mother, Bose Ogulu. 960 Music Group , which owns a 40 percent stake in Aristokrat Music, claims the sale was carried out without its knowledge, consent, or board approval. The company has filed suit in Port Harcourt, arguing that the catalogue constitutes a major corporate asset that could not legally be sold without the agreement of all principal shareholders. ADVERTISEMENT The dispute has also taken on a criminal dimension. Nigeria’s Force Criminal Investigation Department has filed charges against Aristokrat Music founder Piriye Isokrari following investigations into allegations of fraud and breach of fiduciary duty. Authorities allege that proceeds from the sale were diverted and that corporate governance processes were bypassed in negotiating the transaction with Spaceship Music. An executive at 960 Music Group said the company had no option but to seek legal intervention, maintaining that assets of such value cannot be transferred unilaterally. ADVERTISEMENT The case places Burna Boy’s early catalogue under legal uncertainty. While the deal was expected to grant him full control of his early masters, a court ruling in favour of 960 Music could require his label to surrender rights to some of his breakthrough recordings. Legal analysts say the outcome could have broader implications for music rights ownership, shareholder authority, and record label governance within Nigeria’s entertainment industry. Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . Policy and Reforms Tanzania Community Grants: Who Benefits and What Comes Next . 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Actors raise concerns over Mashariki Awards’ People’s Choice category, alleging money outweighed genuine fan votes in determining winners. Controversy has emerged among Rwandan film actors following the victory of Kecapu and Bamenya, who won cars in the Mashariki Awards’ People’s Choice category. Several actors say the results highlight the growing influence of money in the voting process, claiming the award is increasingly determined by financial power rather than audience preference. The concerns were raised after a month-long campaign in which contestants interacted with the public to solicit votes. Actors argue that despite efforts to mobilize fans, last-minute surges driven by financial contributions ultimately decided the winners. Actor Clapton Kibonke criticized the structure of the category, saying it should not be labeled “People’s Choice” when financial means play such a dominant role. He suggested that future awards should rely on a professional panel of actors and media practitioners to choose the winner instead of public voting. Nyambo acknowledged that the Mashariki Awards were well organized but maintained that the main prize—a car—was won largely through self-funded votes. He argued that the process favored contestants with more financial capacity rather than those with stronger public support. Mitsutsu added that his absence from this year’s nominee list was due to financial limitations, stating that money has become essential for anyone hoping to win. Burikantu, who competed in the People’s Choice category, said the final minutes of voting showed drastic changes as Bamenya surged ahead after trailing closely for weeks. He and other actors believe that financial injections, not fan engagement, determined the outcome. Ngenzi echoed this concern, stating that allowing money to dictate results undermines the essence of a public-choice award. He argued that if money continues to dominate, the event becomes a commercial activity rather than a genuine awards competition. Intare y’Ingore said she accepted defeat as part of competition but noted that last-minute spending dramatically shifted results, allowing Kecapu to win. Rufonsina, however, defended the organizers, saying every competition has its structure. She argued that paying for votes is part of the system, and those with means naturally benefit. Papa Sava reiterated his long-standing criticism of money-based voting, saying the practice disadvantages talented actors who lack financial resources. He added that last-minute turnarounds are simply “how the game is set up.” Continue Reading Full Article RWANDAN ENTERTAINMENT Controversy Erupts Over Money Influence in People’s Choice Awards By Witty Pascal Entertainment Editor Witty Pascal Home Comment Nov 30, 2025 May 15, 2026 3 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Controversy has emerged among Rwandan film actors following the victory of Kecapu and Bamenya, who won cars in the Mashariki Awards’ People’s Choice category. Several actors say the results highlight the growing influence of money in the voting process, claiming the award is increasingly determined by financial power rather than audience preference. The concerns were raised after a month-long campaign in which contestants interacted with the public to solicit votes. Actors argue that despite efforts to mobilize fans, last-minute surges driven by financial contributions ultimately decided the winners. Actor Clapton Kibonke criticized the structure of the category, saying it should not be labeled “People’s Choice” when financial means play such a dominant role. He suggested that future awards should rely on a professional panel of actors and media practitioners to choose the winner instead of public voting. Nyambo acknowledged that the Mashariki Awards were well organized but maintained that the main prize—a car—was won largely through self-funded votes. He argued that the process favored contestants with more financial capacity rather than those with stronger public support. ADVERTISEMENT Mitsutsu added that his absence from this year’s nominee list was due to financial limitations, stating that money has become essential for anyone hoping to win. Burikantu, who competed in the People’s Choice category, said the final minutes of voting showed drastic changes as Bamenya surged ahead after trailing closely for weeks. He and other actors believe that financial injections, not fan engagement, determined the outcome. Ngenzi echoed this concern, stating that allowing money to dictate results undermines the essence of a public-choice award. He argued that if money continues to dominate, the event becomes a commercial activity rather than a genuine awards competition. ADVERTISEMENT Intare y’Ingore said she accepted defeat as part of competition but noted that last-minute spending dramatically shifted results, allowing Kecapu to win. Rufonsina, however, defended the organizers, saying every competition has its structure. She argued that paying for votes is part of the system, and those with means naturally benefit. Papa Sava reiterated his long-standing criticism of money-based voting, saying the practice disadvantages talented actors who lack financial resources. He added that last-minute turnarounds are simply “how the game is set up.” Soloba and Aisha also agreed that the award heavily favored financial capability over genuine popularity. They argued that the People’s Choice title loses meaning when the outcome hinges on personal spending. 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 Entertainment Rema Kigali Concert Moves Forward as Early-Bird Tickets Sell Out . War in DR Congo Rema Faces Calls to Cancel Rwanda Show After Tems’ Withdrawal . Entertainment Bruce Melodie Sparks Talk of Tension With Coach Gael . Entertainment Kigali to Host Bob Marley Tribute Reggae Concert . 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Rwanda's Carine Kanimba wins $20,000 at AI Hack for Freedom III for Behind the Jersey, a platform helping sports fans investigate who funds their teams. WASHINGTON, D.C. — September 25, 2026 — Rwandan activist Carine Kanimba has won first place at the AI Hack for Freedom III in Washington, D.C., receiving a $20,000 prize in cryptocurrency for Behind the Jersey , an online platform designed to help sports fans identify entities funding their teams and organize advocacy campaigns. The award was announced by the National Endowment for Democracy (NED) , which hosted the two-day competition at its headquarters on September 24–25. According to NED, Kanimba serves as Secretary General of the World Liberty Congress. Her winning project, Behind the Jersey , is described as a centralized platform that helps sports supporters identify authoritarian entities financing their clubs and gives them tools to advocate for change. First place among 10 international activists The AI Hack for Freedom III brought together 10 pro-democracy activists from Colombia, Kenya, Nepal, North Macedonia, Rwanda, Tibet, Turkey, Ukraine, Venezuela and Zimbabwe. NED said the participants worked with teams of software developers and designers to build custom AI-enabled tools addressing challenges they face in activism. The participants also collaborated with technology company Finite on AI-powered personal assistants and learned how to deploy emerging technologies safely. Kanimba’s project took the top prize. According to NED , the winners were: First Prize — $20,000 in cryptocurrency: Carine Kanimba of Rwanda for Behind the Jersey . Continue Reading Full Article HUMAN RIGHTS Carine Kanimba Wins $20,000 for “Behind the Jersey” Platform By Neema Asha Mwakalinga Travel & Culture Expert Neema Asha Mwakalinga Home Comment Sep 26, 2026 Sep 26, 2026 5 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: WASHINGTON, D.C. — September 25, 2026 — Rwandan activist Carine Kanimba has won first place at the AI Hack for Freedom III in Washington, D.C., receiving a $20,000 prize in cryptocurrency for Behind the Jersey , an online platform designed to help sports fans identify entities funding their teams and organize advocacy campaigns. The award was announced by the National Endowment for Democracy (NED) , which hosted the two-day competition at its headquarters on September 24–25. According to NED, Kanimba serves as Secretary General of the World Liberty Congress. Her winning project, Behind the Jersey , is described as a centralized platform that helps sports supporters identify authoritarian entities financing their clubs and gives them tools to advocate for change. First place among 10 international activists The AI Hack for Freedom III brought together 10 pro-democracy activists from Colombia, Kenya, Nepal, North Macedonia, Rwanda, Tibet, Turkey, Ukraine, Venezuela and Zimbabwe. NED said the participants worked with teams of software developers and designers to build custom AI-enabled tools addressing challenges they face in activism. ADVERTISEMENT The participants also collaborated with technology company Finite on AI-powered personal assistants and learned how to deploy emerging technologies safely. Kanimba’s project took the top prize. According to NED , the winners were: First Prize — $20,000 in cryptocurrency: Carine Kanimba of Rwanda for Behind the Jersey . Second Prize — $10,000 in cryptocurrency: Turkey’s Kadir Yağız Çetin for an offline education platform serving Afghan women and girls who cannot attend school. Third Prize — $6,000 in cryptocurrency: Tibetan-Canadian activist Chemi Lhamo for a tool designed to preserve evidence of harassment and help activists identify threats. The remaining participants received $2,000 prizes. What “Behind the Jersey” is designed to do NED describes Behind the Jersey as a centralized online platform aimed at helping fans identify authoritarian entities that fund their sports teams and then advocate for change. The project therefore connects sports sponsorship, political accountability and digital activism in one platform. Its basic premise is that sports fans can become more informed about who finances the clubs and teams they support and can use that information to organize campaigns or contact institutions. ADVERTISEMENT The NED announcement does not provide technical specifications about the platform, its launch date, or which clubs and sponsors will be included first. A project linked to sports accountability The broader idea behind Behind the Jersey fits into a growing debate over the political use of sports sponsorships and major sporting partnerships. NED’s announcement does not itself use the term “sportswashing” in describing the project, but it says the platform is intended to help users identify authoritarian entities supporting sports teams and advocate for change. That makes the project primarily an accountability and transparency tool rather than a sports-news platform. NED says AI can support activists under pressure NED President and CEO Damon Wilson said activists around the world are operating under intense pressure but also have access to new technologies that were unavailable only a few years ago. 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NED says it supports the use of what it calls “freedom tech”, including AI tools used to monitor elections, track corruption and human-rights abuses, strengthen democratic principles and help activists operate under surveillance or cyber threats. Organized with HRF and academic partners The AI Hack for Freedom III was held in partnership with the Human Rights Foundation (HRF), the AI Freedom Lab at Bitcoin Park, and the University of Maryland’s School of Public Policy. The competition focused on practical AI tools designed around the needs of activists from different countries and political environments. Kanimba’s first-place finish puts Behind the Jersey at the top of this year’s competition and gives the project a $20,000 award to support its development. ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Justice & Crime From AFDL to FRN: Analysts Question Rwanda's Rebel Rebranding FRN's reported emergence in Goma revives debate over Rwanda's links to successive Congo rebellions. . 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