Stories from Rwanda

Rwanda has changed its policy regarding sugar imports to favor domestic production. The country will now tax sugar imports from outside of Africa to encourage local sourcing. This policy shift follows previous arrangements regarding sugar imports.

Tanzania, Rwanda, and representatives from the business sector have signed a memorandum of understanding with President Paul Kagame. The agreement was reported on Monday. The specific terms of the memorandum were not disclosed in the report.

A Hawaiian delegation intended to meet with the Rwandan army has instead held meetings with the U.S. military. The U.S. ambassador to Rwanda, Joseph Kabila, has been present in the country for several months.

A startup has proposed a system of micropayments for primates in Rwanda. Details on the proposed mechanism and the specific primate species involved are pending.

A startup named Théanoo has launched a project in Rwanda to facilitate micropayments for primates, such as gorillas, when they provide services. The company stated that while taxis have Uber and rooms have Airbnb, nature currently lacks a similar mechanism. The initiative aims to generate funds for species protection. The nature of the primates, the purpose of the micropayments, and the startup's specific goals are not detailed. Four sources have reported on a startup proposing micropayments for primate conservation efforts in Rwanda. A Rwandan startup named Thé à nous has launched a platform to facilitate micropayments for wildlife conservation efforts. The company aims to reward individuals who perform services for animals, such as planting trees or providing veterinary care to gorillas.

The King of Rewa warned John that his conversion to Catholicism and intent to preach in Biti Lebu could lead to war with local mountain inhabitants. The King stated that if John proceeds, a conflict costing hundreds of human lives will occur.

A childhood memory from age 12 recalls a visit to Brondi, near the Rwanda border. The experience of arriving in a country recovering from an apocalypse left a strong impression, with bullet holes visible everywhere and mines present in the grass.

The United States has announced sanctions against four high-ranking Rwandan Defence Force officials. The measures follow allegations of involvement in supporting the M23 rebel group in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Port Autonome De Douala secured a 3-0 victory in the round of 16. The win follows a previous performance by the Cameroonian team. The match took place in Kigali, according to correspondent Lucy Mouillot.

SipLine has been supplying drones to over 450 health centers across Rwanda since 2016. The delivery process takes between five to ten minutes to ensure life-saving blood reserves are available for patients.