Reporting from the Hobe News archive
The military high court on Friday, February 7, maintained the life sentence imprisonment verdict to Sgt Gervais Minani after 2 days of hearing on his appeal at the same place where he committed the crime in Nyamasheke…
In today’s fast-paced digital world, mass media plays an ever-growing role in shaping society. From political campaigns to global movements, from cultural shifts to economic trends, the power of mass communication…
On February 6, 2025, the state of Alabama carried out the execution of Demetrius Terrence Frazier, a 52-year-old man convicted of the 1991 rape and murder of Pauline Brown. The execution took place at Holman…
The bodies of 14 South African soldiers who died in battle against M23 rebels on Friday, February 7, were repatriated from Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to their home country via Rwanda. The remains…
Kalgoorlie, WA – February 15, 2025 – The heart of the Goldfields is set to come alive with a celebration of diversity and unity as the Goldfields Multicultural Community Organisation, in collaboration with the Museum…
Rwanda and Namibia signed a five-year partnership agreement aimed at improving the operations and management of correctional services in both countries. The agreement was signed at the conclusion of a visit by a…
The Marley family and their group of companies have orchestrated an extraordinary celebration to honor what would have been Bob Marley's 80th birthday. The event, dubbed Uprising: Bob Marley's 80th Birthday…
Rwanda National Police (RNP) SWAT Team One broke their record time as they emerged the overall best in 'Obstacle Event' at the UAE Special Weapon and Tactics (SWAT) Challenge, which concluded on Wednesday, February 5,…
The Government of Rwanda has announced an increase in revenue and spending for the 2024/25 fiscal year by Frw 126.3 billion, raising the total from Frw 5,690.1 billion to Frw 5,816.4 billion. This announcement was made…
President Paul Kagame and EU Council President António Costa held a fruitful discussion on the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), agreed on the need for effective de-escalation and a resolution to…
A Tribute to Rwanda Through Music The globally recognized Mystic Revelation Orchestra, best known for their tributes to reggae, ska, and blues legends such as Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Lucky Dube, Toots and the Maytals,…
Malawi’s President, Lazarus Chakwera, who also serves as Commander-in-Chief of the Malawi Defence Force, has ordered the withdrawal of Malawian troops from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The Malawian…
Rwanda's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Amb. Olivier Nduhungirehe, held a productive phone conversation with Bogdanov Mikhail Leonidovich, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian…
Prince Karim al-Hussaini, known globally as Aga Khan IV, the 49th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims and a distinguished philanthropist, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025, in Lisbon, Portugal, at the…
Two women have died in the devastating floods affecting large parts of North Queensland, according to Queensland Premier David Crisafulli. More than 7,000 homes are without power, and supermarket supplies are being…
South Africa’s Defence Minister, Angie Motshekga, and the Chief of SA National Defense Force (SANDF) General Rudzani Maphwanya appeared before Parliament to provide a crucial briefing on the country’s military…
Kenyan President William Ruto, who also chairs the East African Community (EAC), has announced that the joint EAC and Southern African Development Community (SADC) summit on the eastern DRC conflict will be held on…
Formed in 2024, NUI is a family band from Waitahanui, Aotearoa, featuring nine talented members who bring their unique musical influences and cultural heritage to create a harmonious and captivating sound. From the…
Rwanda’s ambassador to Algeria, with residence in Egypt, CG Dan Munyuza, presented copies of his Letter of Credence to Ahmed Attaf, Algeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, on February 3, 2025, as Rwanda’s Ambassador to…
Rwanda National Police (RNP) has for the fourth time, participated in the UAE Special Weapons And Tactics (SWAT) Challenge, which kicked off on Saturday, February 1, at Al Ruwayyah Training City in Dubai. RNP fielded…
Ambassador CG Dan Munyuza, on February 1, 2025, presented his Letter of Credence to Mohamed al-Menfi, Chairman of Libya’s Presidential Council, as Rwanda’s Ambassador to Libya, with residence in Cairo, Egypt. According…
As part of the ongoing ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, a fourth prisoner exchange took place on Saturday. Hamas released three Israeli hostages, while Israel freed 183 Palestinian detainees, many of whom…
On February 1, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump announced the imposition of new tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, citing the need to curb illegal immigration and drug trafficking. The tariffs include…
President Paul Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame, on Saturday, February 1, 2025, laid a wreath in commemoration of Rwandan heroes and observed a moment of silence at the Heroes National Mausoleum. The ceremony was…