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  • Son to Rwanda Senate President Stabbed in Stomarch

    {{The son of Rwanda’s senate president is reportedly under intensive care in critical condition at a hospital in Belgium.

    Unknown people attacked and stabbed him in the stomarch severely injuring his intestines.}}

    Roger Ntawukuriryayo was on his way to The United States to resume studies after a two months holiday.

    Dr. Jean Damascene Ntawukuriryayo, the president of Rwanda senate, told IGIHE that his son flew out of Rwanda on August 23 enroute to U.S where he is a university student.

    He said his son had to make a stop over in Belgium to pick some documents before he would continue to U.S. Roger completed his college education in Belgium.

    Roger Ntawukiriryayo was reportedly walking with his two Rwandan friends and one Congolese friend.

    They encountered a group of other people numbering about eight; He was later stabbed in the stomach and severely injured. He was rushed to hospital.

    The attackers have not been identified and the motive of the attack hasn’t been established.

    “Investigations are being conducted,” its possible the attack could be related to the recent attacks against Rwandan citizens by Congolese nationals in Belgium,” Dr. Ntawukuriryayo told IGIHE.

    IGIHE correspondent in Belgium said the Rwandan Embassy in Belgium is also making investigations into the matter.

    It is said the hospital where Roger Ntawukuriryayo is being hospitalized is heavily guarded by Police making it very difficult to access.

  • Man Stabbed, All Teeth Crashed Out

    {{Over the weekend, a man identified as Nduwayezu Felicien in Burera district was severely injured after he was stabbed and his teeth crashed out by a group of young men under the influence of a highly alcoholic illegal substance.}}

    The incidence happened in Gahunga sector of Burera district where multiple murders had occurred including a case where a man killed his one and a half year old child, stabbed his wife and attacking several neighbors before taking his own life.

    The man identified as Nhsimiyimana Emmanuel is reported to have been under the influence of an illegal alcoholic brew locally known as “munini”

    Nduwayezu said,“We were drinking when my friends attacked me. We were drinking that brew called munini.” He explained
    Nduwayezu is now admitted at Gahunda health centre.

    François Xavier Urimubenshi a doctor at the health centre revealed that Nduwayezu was in very bad condition when he was brought in but adding that he is now hopeful he will make a full recovery.

    Burera district mayor Sembagare Samuel commenting on the incident urged area residents to report any illegal activities especially selling and consumption of illegal brews because it has led to serious crimes of assault and murder.

    “I am asking the residents to be their neighbor’s watchful eye. I am laying a lot of emphasis on this; we do not want to hear of these cases of assault again,” The mayor said.

    He warned, “All the bars should operate within the legal hours, when they exceed late into the night, this is when the illegal brews are sneaked in and consequently they start behaving like insane people.”

    The mayor said that the district authorities and security organs have taken strict measures to crack down on the distributors of this illegal brew.

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  • Minister Mushikiwabo Receives Belgian Minister of Foreign Affairs

    {{The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of Rwanda, Louise Mushikiwabo, received H.E Didier Reynders, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and European Affairs of the Kingdom of Belgium.}}

    According to Rwanda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Discussions between the two Ministers focused on the crisis in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and bilateral cooperation between Rwanda and Belgium, where they agreed to enhance cooperation vis-à-vis investment sector and other various sectors in order to enhance development and keep close the already existing relationship.

    “Rwanda is a very important partner in development” said Reynders.

    After discussions, Minister Louise Mushikiwabo and Belgian Minister of Foreign Affairs Reynders hosted a joint press conference with local and international media.

    Reynders told press that the important part of his visit, and the discussions along, was dedicated to the situation in the Region, especially in the eastern part of Democratic Republic of Congo.

    Crisis in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, Aid suspension to Rwanda and violence acts against Rwandans by some Congolese people in Belgium are the most subjects which dominated the press conference.

    Belgian Foreign Minister Reynders said that blaming Rwanda for supporting DRC is not the best solution.

    “It is not the best way to blame one country. But we have to put pressure on all the partners – the Congo, the neighbouring countries, the international community – and now it is urgent to take to the floor [at the UN] for a solution”.

    He said that the task to guarantee a real integrity of DRC is not only from Congo but also from all partners. “We urge all the partners to take any necessary measures to stop the violence” said Reynders.

    He further said he was praised to listen from President Paul Kagame and Minister Mushikiwabo on Rwanda’s commitment and will to participate in stability and peace process in the region.

    Mushikiwabo explained that what happens to M23, or any other rebels in Democratic Republic of Congo, is much more a decision of DRC and the region not a decision of Rwanda.

    “If DRC decides to go a certain way and the region thinks it is the appropriate way of course Rwanda will support it. But Rwanda has no decision to make on behalf of DRC.” Said Minister MUSHIKIWABO.

    The visiting Belgian minister also spoke about recent incidents involving Rwandans in Belgium who have repeatedly been attacked by Congolese nationals, and have faulted Brussels for not doing enough to stop the violence.

    The latest such incident took place on Saturday, with reports indicating that another Rwandan was attacked and reportedly stabbed in the abdomen.

    “We have organised all possible activities for proper prosecution. It is unacceptable – we have the police, the logistics and we will do what it takes,” Reynders noted.

    The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and European affairs H.E Didier Reynders, and his delegation visited the Democratic Republic of Congo before coming to Rwanda via Rubavu border town which Rwanda shares with DRC.

    He also visited displaced Congolese Refugees in Nkamira transit Centre in Rubavu district.

  • Trial of Chad’s former Leader Hissene Habre to Start 2012

    {{The Senegalese government says it intends to start proceedings against Chad’s former leader Hissene Habre before the end of 2012.}}

    Under the deal signed August 22 between Senegal and African Union, an African magistrate will preside over the special court in Senegal and will be assisted by two Senegalese judges.

    “We are one step closer to justice today,” said Alioune Tine, president of the Dakar-based African Assembly for the Defense of Human Rights (RADDHO).

    “We’re counting on Senegal and the African Union to move quickly now and to begin Habre’s trial before even more survivors die.”

    “Through the agreement, we are setting the procedure by which the trial should take place,” said Senegal’s Justice Minister Aminata Toure after signing the agreement with African Union representative Robert Dossou in the capital, Dakar.

    “There are no more obstacles. We are going to start recruiting judges”, she added.

    The International Court of Justice ruled on July 21 that Senegal had breached its international obligations by failing to make immediately a preliminary inquiry into the facts relating to the crimes allegedly committed by Hissène Habré.

    According to the ruling, Senegal must “without further delay, submit the case of Mr. Hissène Habré to its competent authorities for the purpose of prosecution, if it does not extradite him”. The court’s ruling was legally binding.

  • Agaciro Development Fund Launched

    {{About Frw1.2 Billion was raised for Agaciro Development during the official launch on 23rd August. }}

    The fund aims at galvanizing Rwandans to take a more active role in National development and this should be thought in the sense of long term solution.

    President Paul Kagame noted that Rwandans should draw strength to consolidate their progress by taking polite way to fortify them.

    “We the leaders are like shock absorbers,we cushion Rwandans from suffering the consequences of harmful actions. It’s our duty,” said Kagame.

    To donate to Agaciro Development fund SMS test ‘Agaciro [space] 500’ to ‘2020’ using any mobile network and donate RWF500 to the AgaciroFund.

    During the occasion the finance Minister Rwangombwa says the AgaciroFund which starts 23rd August, will live on until Rwandans have achieved the dev’t they want and have financial autonomy.

    Rwangombwa added that achievements of the Agaciro Fund will be presented annually in the Umushyikirano adding that specific projects to be financed by the fund will be clearly earmarked in the national budget.

    Minister John Rwangombwa said that AgaciroFund was not meant to replace aid, explaining it’s supposed to supplement other sources of funds to expedite progress.

    “The priority is to contribute to the socio-economic prosperity of Rwandans and accelerate Rwanda’s financial autonomy,”Said Rwangombwa.

    He explained that the fund will allow flexible voluntary contribution by all Rwandans as well as international friends.

    The Prime Minister Damien Habumuremyi revealed that significant achievements were made during 2011/2012 contracts of performance.

    The Premier said Ministries achieved their targets by 81% whereas districts achieved set goals by 89, 5% on average.

    As results showed best performing Districts including; Kicukiro, Kamonyi, and Bugesera. Kicukiro scored 95.5% of performance, Kamonyi 95.1%, and Bugesera 94%

    Among top ten districts include; Huye (93pc), Nyamasheke(93.1%) ,Burera(92.9%),Ngoma(92.8%),Gisagara(92.2%),Gatsibo (92%) ,Nyarugenge(91.7%) Nyanza,Musanze ,Gicumbi ,Nyaruguru ,Rusizi,Rwamagana,Gasabo&Rutsiro lag behind but scored relatively well at 82% in executing targets.

    Ministries achieved 81% of their Imihigo in 2011, a 9% improvement from 2010.

    The Premier said that Embassies delivered 72% of targets they set for themselves last year; the first time they signed performance contracts
    Prime Minister Dr. Habumuremyi presented the 2012/2013 contracts of performance where he noted that among this year’s Government priorities there will be to increase of ATMs, enhancing tourism, widening the tax base and infrastructure development.

    He said “This year additional 52 Mega Watts will be generated and 90,000 families will be connected to electricity.”

    He added that Rwanda is targeting 55% mobile phone penetration in 2012/2013, 12% internet penetration and 30% access to TV.

    In The education sector the Premier said this year, the government will provide 30.000 laptops to children and 10 000 computers in 12YBE.

    Public universities will be emerged in one university as a way of improving education in Rwanda.

    “Rwanda is targeting a 15% increase in remittances from Rwandans abroad from last year’s usd 166 million to 190.” Said Habumuremyi.

    In commerce, the target was to ensure growth in tea exports from 23,000 tonnes in 2010/11 to 26,000 tones in 2011/12.

    In the health sector, two new district hospitals will be built in Kirehe, Kinihira plus 5 new health centers in different districts.

    Local government Minister James Musoni highlights key sectors that imihigo will focus on: service delivery,agriculture,access to clean water and electricity while at the same time strengthening of good governance, fight against corruption and improved service delivery r at the heart of next Imihigo.

    Throughout presentations, Foreign Affairs Minister Louise Mushikiwabo said Rwanda Embassies from Belgium and Netherlands are committed 2 teach kinyarwanda & Rwandan culture in general .

    Minister Mushikiwabo added that 24 Rwandan Embassies continue to promote our country abroad, bring investments & enhance Rwanda’s image

  • Kenya: 10 year old delivers twins in Kisumu after rape from HIV+ father

    Sunday, August 26, 2012 – A 10 year old class four pupil at a public school in Kisumu is alleged to have delivered twins at a local hospital in the area. The girl is said to have been impregnated by her father who has been using her as his wife after her mother died.

    The young girl has been a subject of ridicule by other children in the area as she stopped going to school to deliver her babies first. Neighbors said that the girl declined to confide in them on the man responsible for her pregnancy when they discovered she was expectant.

    According to a neighbor the family of three lives in poverty and the father works as a construction worker. Since the death of her mother who died out of HIV related illnesses; the girl only identified as Akinyi has been supporting her siblings by doing all the chores at home and being a mother figure.

    The neighbors suspected the father to be responsible but had no proof until she went into labor and they forced her to say who the father of her child was. To their shock and amazement Akinyi confided in them that her father was responsible. [Click to read more->http://www.kenyan-post.com/2012/08/shocking-10-year-old-delivers-twins-in.html]

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  • Belgium Pledges Support to Congolese Refugees in Rwanda

    {{The Belgium Minister of Foreign Affairs Didier Reynders has said that his government will continue to support Congolese refugees currently in Rwanda.}}

    He noted that Belgium support to Congolese refugees will be channeled through international organizations working in Rwanda.

    Reynders pledged the support August 25, while visiting refugees at Nkamira refugee camp in Rwanda. He commended Rwanda for the support given to congolese refugees.

    The Belgian diplomat was shown around the camp including support facilities especially water, electricity health center and other basic services provided by the Rwandan government.

    Congolese refugees at the camp recounted to Reynders how they were mistreated by Congolese forces and other pro government militia that forced them out of their land and property just because they are Kinyarwanda speaking Congolese.

  • Muhanga: More Murder Suspects Arrested

    {{Muhanga district Mayor Mutakwasuku Yvonne has said that two people have been arrested in connection with killings that had been reported in the district in the previous weeks.

    Two men were arrested Friday in Remera, Nyamabuye sector. One of the suspects was arrested after stealing a resident, a telephone and money worth Frw 3000. Another suspect had already broken a window to a kiosk in the area.

    District authorities say the men arrested were responsible for causing insecurity in the area and violently murdering over 11 residents with machetes.}}

  • 80 Arrested Over Fake Currency

    {{Over 80 people in Rwamagana district are under detention found in possession with counterfeited Rwandan currency notes.

    The arrests were made on August 22 during a police operation in the district where money worth Frw 400000 was seized.

    Police Spokesperson Supt. Theos Badege urged citizens to remain alert and be careful about the fake currency in circulation.}}

  • Somalia Cabinet Ready to Hand Over Power to New Government

    {{Somalia Cabinet led by Prime Minister Abdiweli Mohamed Ali held a meeting in the capital Mogadishu on Saturday and agreed to allow a smooth transition of power to a new government.}}

    During the meeting, they also discussed completion of transition process and current political issues including forthcoming presidential and speaker’s election, saying the polls would signify democracy.

    “We are also looking forward to an equally democratic progression running up to the election of a new president of Somalia,” they said in a press statement.

    Prof Ali commended the cabinet members for ensuring a smooth end to the transition period and hailed their commitment to the process.

    He stressed that his cabinet will smoothly hand over power to the new president.

    “My government is ready to hand over power to a new Federal Government when formed,” he said.

    According to a roadmap agreed on by the main political groupings in Somalia, the term of the Transitional Federal Government (TFG) ended on August 20 with the establishment of a federal parliament, which replaced the transitional federal parliament that served for eight years.

    The members of the new parliament are expected to elect a president; the contestants include the incumbent TFG President, Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, Prime Minister Abdiweli Mohamed Ali and parliamentary Speaker Sharif Hassan Sheikh Aden.

    The outcome of the envisaged election will culminate in a process that transforms TFG into a permanent government after more than two decades of chaos and anarchy in the Horn of Africa country.