Author: IGIHE

Given the fact that some public operation has been influenced under the pandemic, instable power supply could be a common bother to families, especially those located in rural areas. However, the alternatives offered by StarTimes can help with such a problem.

StarTimes ON, the streaming video APP applied by over 20 million users in Africa, can serve when your TV set does not work for power blackout. Normally, the interaction between TV and mobile is able to suffice the multiple watching requirements of family members; and the programme on TV can continue on a mobile phone once the TV is power off.

Currently, by linking your smart card with the StarTimes ON application, you can recharge or upgrade your TV bouquet directly with your phone, and all live channels on DVB platform you can receive are also available on the StarTimes ON.

Apart from the APP StarTimes ON, StarTimes Solar Power System can also be taken for a method to solve the blackout problem. The system can support charging for mobile phone and TV set at the same time for daily use, just to deal with the situation that all electric devices are out of power.

“With support in access to accurate information and educational programmes we would like to provide to the public, StarTimes is always here facilitate the normal operation and services,”said XXX, the CEO of StarTimes XXX company, “to build a Healthy Environment needs efforts from everyone, we hope the accesses provided can help for maintaining Healthy Behaviours, keeping a Healthy Body and a Healthy Mindset.”

The App Store, Apple Arcade, Apple Music, Apple Podcasts, and iCloud are now available in 20 more countries, and Apple Music is available in 52 additional countries.

“We’re delighted to bring many of Apple’s most beloved Services to users in more countries than ever before,” said Oliver Schusser, Apple’s vice president of Apple Music and International Content in a statement.

“We hope our customers can discover their new favorite apps, games, music, and podcasts as we continue to celebrate the world’s best creators, artists, and developers,” he added.

The App Store, Apple Arcade, Apple Music, Apple Podcasts, and iCloud are now available in the following countries and regions:

 {{Africa:}} Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Gabon, Libya, Morocco, Rwanda, and Zambia.

 {{Asia-Pacific:}} Maldives and Myanmar.

 {{Europe:}} Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Kosovo, Montenegro, and Serbia.

 {{Middle East:}} Afghanistan (excluding Apple Music) and Iraq.

 {{Oceania:}} Nauru (excluding Apple Music), Tonga, and Vanuatu.

Apple Music is also expanding to the following countries and regions:

 {{Africa: }} Algeria, Angola, Benin, Chad, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mozambique, Namibia, Republic of the Congo, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, and Tunisia.

 {{Asia-Pacific}}: Bhutan.

 {{Europe:}} Croatia, Iceland, and North Macedonia.

 {{Latin America and the Caribbean:}} the Bahamas, Guyana, Jamaica, Montserrat, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Turks and Caicos, and Uruguay.

 {{Middle East:}} Kuwait, Qatar, and Yemen.

 Oceania: Solomon Islands.

The App Store features many ways for developers to build their businesses, and since it launched in 2008, developers have been creating innovative apps that influence culture and change lives.

At a recent meeting in Kigali between the two universities, it was agreed to strengthen the existing partnership between the two institutions and to proceed immediately with the conversion of the first two University of Rwanda programmes for online delivery, namely the Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education and a Master’s degree in health sciences.

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The agreement with [Unicaf->https://www.unicaf.org/?utm_source=Global-DMP-Rwanda-Igihe&utm_campaign=Global-DMP-Rwanda-Igihe-04-20-PR] allows the University of Rwanda to expand its reach to students who do not have access to a physical UR campus. It is also a fast route to bypass disruptions to campus life caused by global disasters such as the current COVID-19 pandemic, which can bring university operations to a halt. By switching fast to online delivery, using Unicaf’s tried and tested infrastructure and procedures, the University of Rwanda has reacted swiftly to the current pandemic, which threatens traditional universities worldwide with closures that can disrupt study times indefinitely, with negative consequences for students, staff and university finances.

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CHOGM 2020 was expected to attract about 10,000 delegates including Heads of State and Government of member states.

“As a result of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, it is necessary to postpone the 26th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) scheduled to take place in Kigali, Rwanda on 22 – 27 June 2020,” reads part of the statement.

President Paul Kagame noted that Rwanda looks forward to welcoming participants of this Summit while COVID-19 is over.

He said: “In the coming months, every Commonwealth nation will be fully focused on combatting COVID-19 and its socio-economic impact on our people.”

He continued to say that: “Our organization’s deep reservoirs of solidarity and expertise will be invaluable tools as we work together globally to ensure no country is left behind,” Adding that: “We look forward to welcoming the Commonwealth family to Kigali for CHOGM once the pandemic has been defeated.”

Commonwealth Secretary-General, Patricia Scotland QC noted the essence of taking heroic decisions amidst the pandemic.

“We must be mindful of the risks large meetings pose to all. The current circumstances require heroic decisions,” she said.

She added: “We stand together with Rwanda, and thank all our member countries for the support and commitment they have shown in these trying times.”
The Commonwealth is a community of 53 countries – mostly former British colonies – with a combined population of about 2.4 billion.

Rwanda joined the bloc in 2009 becoming the second member to be admitted into the Commonwealth club of nations without any direct colonial ties to British, after Mozambique.

At a recent meeting in Kigali between the two universities, it was agreed to strengthen the existing partnership between the two institutions and to proceed immediately with the conversion of the first two University of Rwanda programmes for online delivery, namely the Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education and a Master’s degree in health sciences.

Unicaf is making all its technical resources and expertise including its cloud system available in building and supporting the University of Rwanda’s online capacity. It is expected that by June 2020 University of Rwanda programmes will be available for online delivery through the Unicaf University platform.

The agreement with Unicaf allows the University of Rwanda to expand its reach to students who do not have access to a physical UR campus. It is also a fast route to bypass disruptions to campus life caused by global disasters such as the current COVID-19 pandemic, which can bring university operations to a halt. By switching fast to online delivery, using Unicaf’s tried and tested infrastructure and procedures, the University of Rwanda has reacted swiftly to the current pandemic, which threatens traditional universities worldwide with closures which can disrupt study times indefinitely, with negative consequences for students, staff and university finances.

Unicaf operates one of the largest digital platforms in Africa since 2012. The Unicaf VLE delivers programmes of reputable partner universities in the UK, the USA, and Africa, and provides everything a student needs, from enrolment to graduation.

The Unicaf digital platform offers students the flexibility to study in their own free time from the comfort of their homes, without putting their careers on hold; online delivery provides easy access to study materials and e-libraries 24/7, using any digital device connected to the Internet; online students can network with professionals in 156 countries and can earn internationally recognised academic or professional qualifications at reduced cost.

Those arrested also include people, who were either found drinking in these shops or holding social gatherings like drinking and watching movies in homes.

They were arrested in Kimironko, Kibagabaga, Kicukiro and Kinyinya.

“We were partying and the music was loud. We knew about the directives but thought that since we live in the same neighborhood, it was okay. Now we know that we are here at the Police station for a reason; we violated the rules for this period; we didn’t do the right thing,” said one of the arrested.

Beatrice Niyonshuti said that she repented from inviting people in her shop to drink; at least seven people were arrested in her shop.

Rwanda National Police (RNP) spokesperson, Commissioner of Police (CP) John Bosco Kabera warned of continuous operations to arrest anyone, who disregards and violates the instructions meant to prevent the spread of the pandemic.

“We commend the ownership and high spirit of members of the public, who report such violations in their communities, which facilitates enforcement,” CP Kabera said.

“When you buy your drinks, go home and take it from your house, don’t invite a friend or a neighbor, because that’s prohibited and anyone found in such violations will be arrested. This also goes to owners of shops selling foodstuffs and other basic needs, who turn them into bars,” he warned.

In this period, bars are closed; visits and social gatherings are prohibited and so are unnecessary movements.

Rotary Connects the World. Rotarians are asked to strengthen the many ways that Rotary Connects the World, building the connections that allow talented, thoughtful, and generous people to unite and take meaningful action through Rotary service – Rotary President Mark Daniel Maloney’s theme for 2019-2020.

Through volunteering, our 1.2 million members make lifelong friendships that transcend political and cultural boundaries and foster global understanding and respect.

As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads uncertainty and hardship around the world, Rotary members and participants are innovating, caring for those affected, and showing that even at a distance, there are ways to help. Its members have mobilized their efforts worldwide to promote proper handwashing techniques, to provide guidance on how to stay healthy, and to supply training and vital medical equipment to health care providers. They are helping health authorities communicate lifesaving information about COVID-19 and donating protective gear and other supplies to clinics and hospitals that are under strain.

Looking at the spread of COVID-19 around the world, we appreciate all measures taken by the Government of Rwanda to reduce the spread of the virus and prevent new cases. With the recent lockdown, efforts have doubled to further contain this pandemic. Necessary sanitary equipments were delivered around the Country to protect essential workers on duty and the population.

Rotary Club Kigali has been monitoring closely all recommendations from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Government of Rwanda to sensitise its members and take appropriate actions to respond to the COVID-19 outbreak by providing necessary assistance to our communities.

Rotary Club Kigali following its “Service above self!” motto, was prompt to join Rwandans and Friends of Rwanda in this journey for fighting the spread of the Coronavirus. In collaboration with Kipharma, Rotary Club Kigali made a donation to the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC) – the Government agency which coordinates epidemic preparedness and response in the country with 960 litters of hand sanitizer and 160 handwashing portable stations. This donation is to be dispatched to hospitals and health centres in need.

“We are committed to supporting our communities in these trying times. We are ready to support the Ministry of Health in its mandate to provide the necessary care. We have been doing so through the years in our efforts to eradicate polio worldwide, in bringing medical expertise for complicated cases through various international medical missions, etc.

It was therefore natural and important that we do our part in the fight against this pandemic.” Eddy Sebera, President of Rotary Club Kigali.

Rotary Club Kigali intends to pursue actions contributing to the eradication of the Coronavirus in the coming months and urges everyone to do the same by preventing the spread and giving a helping hand to those in need. #stopCovid19 #gumamurugo

The 30 short videos in 6 languages (English, French, Portuguese, Swahili, Hausa, and Chinese) are produced by African staff of StarTimes currently working away from their hometowns.

They played in the specific scenes to illustrate the right behaviors against possible infection. Follow the guidance and experience from international professional organizations such as the WHO, StarTimes would like to raise public awareness about the virus and to communicate the effective basic advice.

“Although we are overseas now, we are always concerned about our family, our compatriots, and our motherland. Therefore, to help our people through the TV to better understand the COVID-19 virus and to optimize self protection, we have recorded, produced and broadcast the themed videos.” Said Brice from Burundi, one of the main actors played in the videos.

Apart from the DVB broadcasting, these videos are also available on the APP StarTimes ON, official Facebook page and Youtube account of StarTimes for a better exposure to audiences on diverse platforms.

As soon as the outbreak started, rumors have been spreading, fake news has been circulating on social media and people have been acting irrationally. Fear and ignorance are the main dangers for communities. As a leading media group based in Africa, it is StarTimes’ role to disseminate accurate and scientific information to fulfill the social requirement. Alongside with the programme StarTimes Daily —— COVID-19 Report providing viewers with update and data about the pandemic in Africa and in the world every weekday, the series of videos further support African people with scientific knowledge to protect themselves.

Kids in Primary 6 (P6) will learn courses such as Mathematics, Languages, and Science.

The main reason of choosing P6 is that Kids in primary six are required to go through their courses earlier in order to get prepared for the National Exams that take place at the end of their primary level.

Students in primary six can follow their courses on a program that will be passing Live on BTN TV which is found on StarTimes Decoder Monday to Samedi 9:00 am to 10:00 am and from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm, and on StarTimes ON App anytime free of charge when you have data on your smartphone.

Currently, students can follow MATH for Primary 6, on topics such as converting decimals to percentages; SCIENCE for Primary 6, TOPIC: Animal kingdom, where you can learn about vertebrates and invertebrates animals, all in the comfort of your home with StarTimes ON APP.