The event brough together over 120 people, including Kenneth Viagem Marizane, the Minister of State in the Ministry of Labor, Gender, and Social Affairs; Dr. Anabela Inguane, who represented the President of the Maputo City Council; and Rwanda’s Ambassador to Mozambique, Col (Rtd) Donat Ndamage.
Sangwa Aline, the Commissioner responsible for women’s development within the Rwandan community in Mozambique, emphasized that celebrating this day reaffirms the value women hold in the country’s development.
“Let us make the most of the opportunities granted to us by our country, build our self-confidence, and empower ourselves,” she stated.
Ambassador Col (Rtd) Donat Ndamage underscored that Rwandans have a duty to continue developing a nation that prioritizes gender equality, where women and girls play a full and active role in the country’s social, economic, and political life.
He remarked, “We must continue to build a country marked by equality, justice, and sustainable development, where women and girls are fully involved in the governance and life of the country. Women, do not hesitate, you are capable. In partnerships, you are no longer merely helpers.”
Ambassador Ndamage further stated, “Women have a significant role in the governance of the country. In the National Assembly, 63% are women, 28% of local government leaders are women, and 15% are deputy leaders of local governments. Although these numbers remain low, there is hope that they will continue to rise.”
He also expressed gratitude to President Paul Kagame and President Francisco Daniel Chapo of Mozambique for their continuous efforts in promoting women’s rights, gender equality, justice, and their inclusion in decision-making positions, reiterating that the citizens of both countries are one family.
Kenneth Viagem Marizane praised Rwandan women in Mozambique, saying, “Rwandan women are hardworking, intelligent, ethical, and truly beautiful.”
The Rwandan Embassy’s dance troupe in Mozambique entertained the attendees with traditional Rwandan songs and dances, particularly those celebrating the accomplishments of women. Following this, the event continued with social interaction and networking.
“A Woman is of Value” is the Theme for This Year’s International Women’s Day.The Rwandan Embassy’s dance troupe entertained the attendees at the event.The event also included a socializing session.Ambassador Col (Rtd) Donat Ndamage thanked the Presidents of Rwanda and Mozambique for their efforts in promoting women’s rights.Kenneth Viagem Marizane highlighted that Rwandan women are hardworking, intelligent, and ethical.The leaders gathered for a commemorative photo with Rwandan women living in Mozambique.It was an exciting atmosphere at the Polana Serena Hotel, where the event took place.Everyone danced to the best of their ability.
In the experiment, mice were shown 10‑second video clips that included scenes of activities like horse riding and wrestling. While the mice watched, scientists used infrared lasers to record electrical signals from the animals’ visual cortex, the part of the brain that processes sight.
Using this data, they trained an artificial intelligence (AI) program to predict how neurons responded to what the mice saw. Then, the AI was used to generate images that matched the mice’s brain activity. The result was a series of grainy reconstructed video clips that give a glimpse of what the animals were seeing.
Although the recreated clips are still blurry compared with normal video, this research marks a major step toward understanding how brains interpret visual information. Scientists say that as technology improves, this technique might one day reveal even more detailed visual experiences and help answer questions about how animals think and dream.
However, lead researchers also warn that if similar techniques are used on humans in the future, it could raise privacy concerns especially if it becomes possible to reconstruct imagined thoughts, not just what someone sees.
Scientists decode mice’s visual perception using brain activity.
The ruling had been delivered by Kicukiro Primary Court on February 27, 2026.
The court explained that Ishimwe François Xavier had videos on his phone showing Yampano and his wife engaging in sexual activity, which he distributed in WhatsApp groups. This act was considered a crime of distribution.
The court also stated that Kwizera Nestor, who had requested the videos from Yampano and then shared them with Kalisa John, was guilty of distribution as well.
As for Kalisa John, the court ruled that, although he only requested the videos and showed them to others without directly distributing them, his actions still constituted a crime.
Meanwhile, the judge noted that Djihad owned a platform with 989 people, where the videos of Yampano were shared. Although Djihad was not the original source of the videos, he provided the platform through which the crime was facilitated.
The court further emphasized that Djihad had taken a screenshot of a portion of the video and posted it on his WhatsApp status, using it in conversations, which further indicated his intent.
The court ruled that Djihad, Nestor, and K John were guilty of distributing pornographic material.
The judge reminded the accused that they had 30 days to appeal the decision.
Djihad and Nestor, currently held at the Nyarugenge Correctional Facility, have already appealed the decision, seeking acquittal of the charges.
The Nyarugenge Intermediate Court has accepted their appeal, but no date has yet been set for the hearing of their appeal.
Djihad and co-accused have appealed three-year sentences.
Authorities say the suspect, 35-year-old Ivanna Lisette Ortiz, was apprehended nearby shortly after the incident and is currently in police custody with a $10.2 million bond. Formal charges are expected to be filed by prosecutors.
The Los Angeles Police Department reported that multiple gunshots were fired at the couple’s residence in the upscale Beverly Crest neighbourhood around 1:15 p.m. local time on Sunday. Fortunately, Rihanna, 38, A$AP Rocky, 35, and their children were unharmed. Initial reports indicate that the shots may have been fired from a parked vehicle.
Police recovered an AR-15-style rifle and several shell casings at the scene. While authorities have not yet disclosed a clear motive, Ortiz’s arrest followed a swift investigation by local law enforcement.
Representatives for Rihanna and A$AP Rocky confirmed that the couple is safe and focusing on their family. The incident has sparked renewed discussions about the security of high-profile individuals in affluent neighbourhoods.
The Los Angeles Police Department has vowed to continue its investigation and will provide further updates as new information becomes available.
The Los Angeles Police Department reported that multiple gunshots were fired at the couple’s residence in the upscale Beverly Crest neighbourhood around 1:15 p.m. local time on Sunday. Fortunately, Rihanna, 38, A$AP Rocky, 35, and their children were unharmed.
Only one day after King James released “Ndi Uwawe,” Bolingo Paccy, who produced the track and also contributed to writing it, reported the song to YouTube, requesting its removal. He said the decision was made because some of the agreements reached during the production of the song were not respected.
The dispute also affected another song, “Ndagushaka,” which King James had recently released in collaboration with Muttima. Bolingo Paccy used his studio, UB Studio Rwanda, to file a complaint about this song as well.
Although Bolingo Paccy has not publicly detailed the exact nature of the disagreement with King James, he told IGIHE that the songs were removed because they were released without respecting the terms previously agreed upon.
“It’s true that I am the one who had them removed. There were things we had agreed on that were not respected. I kept trying to remind them that those agreements needed to be followed, but they didn’t do so. So I relied on the copyright protection rules on YouTube to have the songs taken down,” he said.
When asked whether he had discussions with King James’ team before the songs were removed, Bolingo Paccy explained that they contacted him only after the songs had already been taken down.
“They called me, and I connected them with people from the team I work with because I was very busy. I will try to find time to talk with them so we can see what can be done,” he added.
Meanwhile, as King James’ management team works on finding a solution to the issue, the artist is continuing preparations for a major concert scheduled for August 1, 2026, where he plans to celebrate 20 years in the music industry.
When attempting to play the song “Ndi Uwawe,” a notice appears indicating that the video has been removed following a claim filed by Bolingo Paccy.For the song “Ndagushaka,” a notice indicates that the video was removed following a copyright claim filed by UB Records Studio Rwanda, the studio owned by Bolingo Paccy.The latest development comes as King James prepares to celebrate 20 years in the music industry.
According to media reports, the incident happened on Sunday afternoon when a woman allegedly fired several gunshots toward the singer’s home while Rihanna was inside the property.
Authorities said the suspect fired multiple rounds from a vehicle parked across the street from the house. Reports indicate that between seven and ten shots were fired, with at least one bullet striking a wall of the mansion.
Police officers quickly responded to the scene after receiving reports of gunfire and later arrested a 30-year-old woman in connection with the shooting. However, authorities have not yet released the suspect’s identity or revealed the motive behind the attack.
Rihanna, whose real name is Robyn Fenty, was reportedly inside the house at the time of the incident but was not harmed. It is still unclear whether other members of her family were present.
“No injuries were reported in the incident… Officers responded to an ‘assault with a deadly weapon’ call and were able to locate a suspect and take them into custody without further incident,” Police Sgt. Jonathan de Vera, a spokesperson for the LAPD, told reporters.
The mansion is located in the upscale Beverly Crest area of Los Angeles, where the singer owns property. Police say investigations are ongoing as detectives work to establish the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Gunshots were fired at Rihanna’s residence in Los Angeles, but the singer was not injured.Police quickly arrived at Rihanna’s residence and secured the area.
The forum, themed “Your Health. Your Choice. Your Future,” was held on Saturday, March 7, at BK Arena and brought together students aged 15 to 20.
The event focused on discussions about health, consent, and responsible decision-making.
It was organized by Global Citizen in collaboration with the Rwanda Development Board, the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Youth and Arts, Imbuto Foundation, Health Development Initiative (HDI), and other stakeholders.
Designed as an interactive session, the forum aimed to equip young people with accurate information on sexual and reproductive health while encouraging open conversations in a safe and non-judgmental environment.
Batamuriza spoke about the importance of recognizing the value of their current stage in life and using it wisely.
“You must first be a child before becoming an adult. Life has stages, and young people should recognize the opportunities they have today while they are still young. A time will come when they are no longer young, so they must make the most of the opportunities available to them now,” she said.
She also emphasized the importance of making wise choices early in life.
“Young people must understand that the choices they make today will follow them into adulthood and shape the kind of parents and elders they become. They should reflect on the temptations that may mislead them, set clear values, and make decisions that guide them toward a better future,” Batamuriza added.
She noted that the lack of safe spaces for young people to access accurate information often drives them to rely on social media and other unreliable sources, exposing them to misinformation and increased vulnerability.
Batamuriza stressed that platforms like the youth forum provide reliable information, empowering young people to make informed decisions about their health and relationships.
“Dialogue about consent, boundaries, and healthy relationships empowers young people to make informed and responsible decisions. Knowledge builds confidence, and confidence helps young people protect their health, respect one another, and pursue their ambitions,” she concluded.
The forum is part of the activities surrounding Move Afrika, an initiative by Global Citizen aimed at promoting the creative economy and creating jobs through large-scale music events across Africa.
Ifeoma Chuks-Aduzeo, Managing Director for Africa at Global Citizen, thanked Rwanda for its key role in bringing the initiative to life.
“We want to thank the Rwanda Development Board for their continued support in bringing the Move Afrika vision to life,” she said.
This year’s edition will be headlined by Grammy Award-winning artist Doja Cat and will begin in Kigali on March 17 before heading to Pretoria on March 20.
According to Chuks-Aduzeo, Move Afrika is part of a broader effort to strengthen Africa’s creative economy and create employment opportunities for young people.
Since its start in 2023, the initiative has created about 2,500 jobs, with that number expected to grow as the concept expands to more countries.
She added that Move Afrika aims to position African cities as part of the global touring circuit, potentially stimulating tourism, entrepreneurship, and cultural exchange.
During the forum, participants engaged in panel discussions on consent, healthy relationships, and emotional well-being.
Health professionals and youth representatives answered questions about recognizing pressure in relationships, setting boundaries, and accessing youth-friendly health services.
Bernice Ineza, a 19-year-old student and one of the panelists, emphasized the importance of consent in everyday life.
“One of the key lessons we learned is that consent is something we should apply in everyday situations. For example, if someone asks for a picture or asks to do something you are not comfortable with, you should feel confident to say no, and that no really means no,” she said.
The event also featured a musical performance by Kivumbi King.
Organizers stated that such youth-focused engagements aim to reduce stigma around health conversations, improve awareness of sexual and reproductive health rights, and encourage responsible behavior among young people.
Panelists share valuable insights on youth health, relationships, and empowerment at the Global Citizen Move Afrika eventLeaders and youth unite at the Global Citizen Move Afrika event, empowering the next generation.Kivumbi King brings the energy, entertaining the youth at the Global Citizen Move Afrika eventIphie Chuks-Adizue, Global Citizen’s Managing Director for Africa, praised efforts to empower young people in Rwanda during the Global Citizen Move Afrika event
Holding a PhD from the University of California, Berkeley, Faraj first moved to Tanzania for dissertation research, where he ended up living for about 12 years before eventually relocating to Rwanda, where he established the African Olympiad Academy.
The latter is a unique school dedicated to training the continent’s next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and leaders.
In an exclusive interview with IGIHE reflecting on the decision to set up his school in Rwanda, Dr. Faraj explained that the country offers a unique environment for building impactful institutions.
“Both my wife and I have a very strong commitment to Pan-African institution building. We chose Rwanda as our base, but it’s not just to do work in Rwanda or just to impact Rwanda. Rwanda is almost like a sandbox where you can operate within a very safe and disciplined environment to build institutions and structures that have broader impact beyond the borders of Rwanda,” he said.
Dr. Faraj’s journey into education deepened after working in Tanzania’s private sector during a period when the country’s economy was opening up and undergoing rapid change.
“Education is my real passion. I believe in the transformative power of education,” he said.
His academic path led him to the African Leadership University (ALU), where he first worked in Mauritius before being asked to move to Rwanda to help launch the institution’s campus in 2018.
During his time in Rwanda, Faraj came to see the country as an example of how strategic planning and discipline can rebuild a nation and create an environment that supports innovation and institution building.
“One of the things that I really appreciate about Rwanda is that it is a proof of concept. Rwanda has been able to rebuild itself through focus, discipline, strategic planning and a real commitment to institution building,” he explained.
Inspired by this environment, Dr. Faraj later co-founded the African Olympiad Academy (AOA) in Kigali, a Pan-African residential high school dedicated to nurturing Africa’s most talented students in mathematics, science, and technology.
The academy, launched in November 2025, offers full scholarships and uses an Olympiad-based learning approach to prepare students for international competitions and careers in advanced technology.
Dr. Faraj and his wife are both committed to Pan-African institution building, using Rwanda as a foundation to impact the continent and beyond.
According to Dr. Faraj, the school also aims to challenge common misconceptions about Africa’s intellectual history.
“We want our students to understand that they come from a rich tradition of doing mathematics and STEM on the continent. Too often Africans get pigeonholed as only doing culture, but the reality is we built the pyramids, and the pyramids required a great amount of math,” he said.
The academy is located in Kanombe, Kigali, on the renovated campus of a former primary school. At the entrance stands a large mural illustrating the history of science and technology in Africa, linking ancient achievements with modern landmarks like the Kigali Convention Centre and an imagined Afro-futurist future.
“This is our Afro-futurism mural. We want to inspire our students to think about themselves as the architects of Africa’s future,” Dr. Faraj said. “If we ever achieve the Africa we want, it will be because our students have been able to imagine and build what that future looks like.”
Currently, the academy hosts 30 students from eight African countries, with plans to expand gradually to about 120 students. Admission is highly competitive, and unlike traditional schools, students do not apply.
Students are selected through competitions, mathematics camps, and the Rwanda Olympiad program, which attracts tens of thousands of participants across the continent. In one recent competition, more than 60,000 students participated before the selection process narrowed down to a small group of finalists.
At AOA, the curriculum is built around three core subjects: foundational mathematics, applied mathematics, and global perspectives. The emphasis on mathematics is particularly important in the age of artificial intelligence.
“You can’t really have AI if you don’t have strong foundational math,” Dr. Faraj said. “If Africa does not develop its own AI developers, we will simply remain consumers of technologies created elsewhere.”
The applied mathematics courses include physics and computer science, while the global perspectives program ensures students understand history, geopolitics, economics, and African identity.
“We want our students to understand the world around them and have a strong sense of African identity so that when they apply their skills, they are solving real problems facing the continent,” he said.
Students at the African Olympiad Academy (AOA) are mastering applied mathematics, equipping themselves with the skills needed to innovate in AI and technology.Some of the dedicated staff at the African Olympiad Academy (AOA).
Life at the academy extends beyond the classroom. The campus features murals celebrating African scientists and innovators, residential facilities for students, and spaces where learners interact through activities such as games, movie nights, and discussions.
The academy also runs an online initiative called Rising Stars, which provides mathematics training for talented students across Africa in both English and French.
Rwanda’s supportive environment played a crucial role in the academy’s rapid development. According to Dr. Faraj, the country’s stability, openness to African diaspora professionals, and ease of establishing institutions allowed the school to launch in just one year.
Looking ahead, the academy aims to prepare students to compete in prestigious competitions such as the International Mathematical Olympiad and other global science contests. Dr. Faraj believes that such programs can help African students gain entry to the world’s top universities and become innovators shaping the continent’s future.
“Our mission here is really about scaling impact,” he said. “Research shows that students who participate in math Olympiads often go on to achieve extraordinary things. We want our students to be AI creators and developers so that Africa is not dependent on technologies built elsewhere.”
Through the African Olympiad Academy, Dr. Faraj hopes to build a Pan-African educational ecosystem capable of transforming Africa’s youngest generation into global leaders in science, technology, and innovation during the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
Outside the classrooms of the African Olympiad Academy.The academy is located in KanombeDr. Gaidi Faraj, an educator hailing from California.
The dangerous extensions were designed to look like helpful productivity tools that integrate artificial intelligence into the browser, offering features such as AI chat, writing assistance, or summarization.
Instead of performing useful tasks, the add‑ons collected sensitive data from interactions with popular AI platforms like ChatGPT and DeepSeek, including full conversation histories, prompts, responses, and even visited web page URLs.
These malicious extensions reached users through the Chrome Web Store, where they mimicked the branding and descriptions of legitimate AI tools to avoid suspicion.
Because browsers like Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge are built on similar Chromium architecture, the extensions were easily downloadable across both browsers, exposing individuals and organizations alike.
Once installed, the extensions operated quietly in the background, monitoring user activity. They logged browsing data and segments of AI chat content and then periodically uploaded that information to remote servers controlled by attackers. Researchers found that data was transmitted to suspicious domains making it appear like normal internet traffic and harder to detect.
Microsoft’s telemetry also showed that this malicious campaign extended beyond individuals to the corporate world, impacting more than 20,000 enterprise tenants whose employees regularly interact with AI tools using sensitive inputs.
The risk is significant: companies often paste proprietary code, internal workflows, strategic discussions, and other confidential material into AI chatbots, and these extensions can expose that material to attackers without users realizing it.
Unlike typical malware that tries to hide aggressively, these extensions behaved like ordinary add‑ons. Once installed, they automatically reloaded with every browser session and continued collecting data over extended periods without clear signs of malicious behavior.
To mitigate the threat, Microsoft urged organizations to take several defensive steps; audit and remove unverified browser extensions, enforce restrictions on extension installations through enterprise policies, monitor network traffic for connections to known malicious domains, and educate employees about the risks of installing untrusted AI tools.
Microsoft warns that 900,000 Chrome AI extensions are monitoring ChatGPT conversations.
This annual event, now in its 47th edition, will bring together top-tier volleyball teams from across Africa, with additional strong teams from various nations expected to participate.
The agreement was signed in a ceremony held at the Kigali Convention Centre on Thursday, March 5, 2026.
FRVB was represented by its president, Raphaël Ngarambe, while CAVB was represented by its president, Bouchra Hajij.
Ngarambe expressed excitement about Rwanda hosting this major event, highlighting that the championship would provide valuable opportunities, including qualification for the World Cup for the participating teams.
Bouchra Hajij, president of CAVB, thanked Rwanda for agreeing to host the competition, expressing confidence that the event would be well-organized and stand out.
She noted, “Rwanda is a key partner for us. The country’s streamlined visa process for Africans is one of the factors that makes its events successful. Rwanda has demonstrated its capability to host international tournaments, and I am optimistic that the 2026 competition will be a resounding success.”
She further added, “I believe that the leadership of President Paul Kagame has played a pivotal role in nurturing talent and providing clear direction, which has significantly contributed to the country’s economic growth and sporting success.”
The Minister of Sports, Nelly Mukazayire, who was also present at the signing ceremony, expressed her gratitude to CAVB for placing their trust in Rwanda to host this important event. She reassured that the country’s facilities and commitment to sports excellence would leave a lasting impression on participants.
“It is an honor for us to host the African Championship for the first time, which will see 24 top teams compete. As the hosts, we are determined to demonstrate that Rwanda is well-equipped to showcase the talents of all athletes and provide them with world-class facilities,” she stated.
The signing ceremony was preceded by the unveiling of the official logo for the CAVB Men’s Club Championship to be held in Kigali.
The previous edition of the championship, held in 2025 in Misurata, Libya, saw Swehly Sports Club from Libya claiming the title, with APR VC from Rwanda finishing in fourth place.
As per the competition’s format, the host country is represented by the top four teams based on their performance in the previous year’s championship. This year, Rwanda will be represented by teams including; APR, Police, REG, and Kepler VC.
In a historic achievement, Gisagara VC made history in 2022 as the first Rwandan team to win a medal in this competition, securing third place by defeating Port de Douala 3-1 in the event held in Kelibia, Tunisia.
The officials attending the event observe the logo of the competition.The logo of the African Men’s Club Championship to be held in Kigali.The President of the Rwanda Olympic Committee, Alice Umulinga, also attended the signing of the agreement.FRVB President, Ngarambe Raphaël, and CAVB President, Bouchra Hajij, sign the agreement to host the African Men’s Club Championship.The Minister of Sports, Nelly Mukazayire, assured that the competition to be held in Kigali will be a success.
