Reporting from the Hobe News archive
During the last festive season, Rwandans living in Australia returned to their homeland as part of a program called ‘Coming Home’. As part of this initiative, they engaged in meaningful activities, including donating…
Experts on gender from law enforcement agencies and other concerned institutions in the Eastern Africa Police Chiefs Cooperation Organization (EAPCCO) bloc, are meeting in Kigali to harness measures against violence…
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) issued an official statement via X, calling for the residents of southern Lebanon, particularly in the South, to remain vigilant and avoid returning to their villages as they continue…
On January 25, 2025, four Israeli female soldiers—Karina Ariev (20), Daniella Gilboa (20), Naama Levy (20), and Liri Albag (19)—were released by Hamas after 477 days in captivity. Their release was part of a ceasefire…
The minimum pension a Rwandan retiree gets is set to more than double from the current Rwf13,000 to Rwf33,710, effective January, Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) said on Friday. This is one of the increments…
The first phase of the Rwanda Premier League, witnessed impressive performances from several players, particularly in scoring goals. A total of 207 goals were recorded, with Rayon Sports leading the tally with 25…
The conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is rapidly intensifying, particularly in North Kivu province, where the M23 rebel group is clashing with government forces (FARDC). The situation has reached a…
Rwanda and Türkiye signed four cooperation agreements on Thursday, January 23, as part of efforts to strengthen their bilateral relations. In Ankara, President Paul Kagame was received by President Recep Tayyip…
The ongoing conflict between the M23 rebel group and the Congolese government forces has escalated in North Kivu, with reports indicating that the M23 may have killed Governor Peter Nkuba Cirumwami. The violence has…
The recent vandalism at Ballarat Botanical Gardens, where two statues were decapitated and nearly two dozen others defaced, has sparked significant concern within the local community. Occurring between 2am and 5am on…
As New South Wales (NSW) prepares for a heatwave during the holiday period, temperatures are expected to reach 30°C, drawing residents to the state’s beaches and waterways for summer activities. However, emergency…
On January 24, 2025, two off-duty police officers were assaulted on Enmore Road in Newtown after attempting to intervene in a public dispute. The officers, aged 25, were leaving a concert when they encountered three…
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has long been plagued by instability, ethnic persecution, and systemic human rights violations. At the heart of this crisis is a troubling nexus between the Congolese government,…
On the afternoon of Thursday, January 23, in Ankara, President Paul Kagame was received by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan of Türkiye, where they will hold a tête-à-tête meeting before a bilateral discussion with…
A dedicated police strike force has been formed to investigate the tragic death of a four-month-old baby boy at a hospital in New South Wales. The incident, which has left the community of Gunnedah in shock, occurred…
The Government of Rwanda and the People’s Republic of China today signed a framework agreement of a concessional financing loan valued at US$47 million (approximately Frw 66 billion) for the construction of the Giseke…
The Queensland government has introduced energy-saving measures to safeguard the state’s power grid as a severe heatwave drives up electricity demand. The measures aim to reduce the risk of power surges and ensure the…
Former Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has criticized the planning and financial management of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games, following reports that the construction of the Olympic villages will cost an…
A dedicated police strike force has been established to investigate the tragic death of a four-month-old baby boy at a hospital in New South Wales earlier this week. The incident came to light on Tuesday when medical…
Prince Harry has called for a thorough investigation by both police and parliament into historic unlawful activities carried out by Rupert Murdoch's News Group Newspapers (NGN). The Duke of Sussex's demand follows…
Defending champion and world No. 1 Jannik Sinner delivered a near-flawless performance at Rod Laver Arena, overpowering Alex de Minaur in straight sets to book his place in the Australian Open semi-finals. The 6-3,…
President Paul Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame arrived in Ankara, the capital city of Türkiye, on Wednesday, January 22, for a two-day official visit. According to the Office of the President, President Kagame…
Federal authorities in Australia are investigating a series of antisemitic attacks that have targeted synagogues, vehicles, buildings, and a childcare center. These acts of hate, which include arson and offensive…
Visit Rwanda, a tourism campaign launched by the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) to promote Rwanda as a premier travel destination, hosted the Basketball Africa League (BAL) Cocktail on Tuesday, January 21, in Paris,…