The article by Xi, also Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission, will be published in this year’s 11th issue of the Qiushi Journal, a flagship magazine of the CPC Central Committee.
The article emphasizes that education serves as the cornerstone for building a strong country and realizing the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, highlighting the strategic objective of establishing China as a leading country in education by 2035.
It urged steadfast efforts to carry out the fundamental task of fostering virtue through education, strengthening the supporting role of education in scientific and technological advancement and talent cultivation, and enhancing the quality of public education services and implementing a national education digitization strategy.
While emphasizing the importance of nurturing high-caliber teachers in the new era, the article also urges efforts to ensure teachers enjoy esteemed social recognition and be regarded as one of the most respected professions in society.
With an aim to build the country into a key education hub with global influence, the article calls for opening the education field wider to the outside world and continuously strengthening its influence, competitiveness, and voice on the world stage.
The article calls for optimizing the layout of higher education and building a contingent of personnel with expertise of strategic importance.
The highly anticipated event united Bralirwa’s partners and football fans for a premium celebration of sport, entertainment, and world-class hospitality.
The high-stakes showdown between Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan unfolded on big screens in a premium setting, as guests enjoyed the full Heineken treatment, from crisp, ice-cold beers to gourmet cuisine, all curated for an unforgettable fan experience.
As the match kept fans on the edge of their seats, the energy reached a peak with the final whistle and trophy presentation, capturing the spirit and emotion of Europe’s biggest club football night.
Paris Saint-Germain’s emphatic 5–0 victory over Inter Milan not only thrilled the crowd but also marked the club’s first-ever UEFA Champions League title, making the moment even more historic. But the night was far from over.
An exclusive afterparty turned the event into a full-fledged celebration, featuring thrilling live performances by the Symphony Band and Moogisha, alongside DJs Lamper and Khizz Beats, who kept the crowd energised late into the night.
The Kigali viewing party was the climax of a series of pre-final activations rolled out by Heineken across key outlets in the city. The consumer engagements gave lucky fans the chance to win exclusive merchandise and coveted invitations to the main event, building up momentum and excitement for the final.
Speaking about the impact of the event, Martine Gatabazi, Marketing Director at Bralirwa, noted:
“The UEFA Champions League is more than just a game. It’s a moment that brings people together. Through unique experiences like this, Heineken continues to reinforce its position as the undisputed international premium beer in Rwanda. We’re proud to deliver moments that matter for our consumers and partners alike.”
From start to finish, the event showcased Heineken’s unmatched ability to blend sport, lifestyle, and premium experiences, raising the bar for branded events in Rwanda — and leaving guests with memories to last well beyond the final whistle.
On the first day of his visit, President Kagame was received by his counterpart and laid a wreath at the Maqam Echahid (Martyrs’ Memorial) in honour of those who lost their lives during the Algerian War of Independence.
During the visit, the two Heads of State will hold a one-on-one meeting at El Mouradia Palace, followed by bilateral talks between their respective delegations. The leaders will also address members of the press during a joint press conference.
Several bilateral agreements between the Governments of Rwanda and the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria are expected to be signed during the visit.
The Head of State is also expected to visit the National School of Artificial Intelligence (ENSIA), where five Rwandan students are currently enrolled in programs specialising in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science.
During the visit, a State Dinner will be held in honour of President Kagame. This is President Kagame’s second visit to the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, following his visit in 2015.
The visit builds on ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral ties and cooperation. For example, on December 9, 2024, President Kagame held talks with Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune to explore ways of deepening collaboration between Rwanda and Algeria.
The meeting, which took place on the sidelines of the Continental Forum on Education and Youth Employability in Nouakchott, Mauritania, focused on enhancing partnerships in key areas such as education, defence, and security.
The two Heads of State also discussed potential cooperation in agriculture and infrastructure development.
Algeria and Rwanda enjoy strong bilateral cooperation in key sectors such as security and education. This partnership includes a student exchange program, with Rwandan students traveling to Algeria for their studies.
In the 2016/2017 academic year, Algeria awarded scholarships to 25 Rwandan students, demonstrating its commitment to educational collaboration.
Since 1982, Rwanda and Algeria have signed several agreements covering areas such as economic development, social welfare, cultural exchange, and institutional cooperation.
The two nations have also committed to enhancing ties in key sectors like health, trade, investment, security, and education.
In December 2023, Algeria opened its embassy in Rwanda, a move that signaled its intention to deepen diplomatic and cooperative ties with Rwanda.
Meanwhile, President Kagame’s visit to Algeria coincides with the presence of Rwanda’s national football team, Amavubi, in the country for a friendly match against the Algerian national team.
The delegation, comprising members of the Radical Movement for Change (MRC), arrived from several countries, including Belgium, Canada, the Netherlands, Germany, and Switzerland.
According to Reconstruire RDC (Rebuild DRC), a social media platform founded by Kabila, the delegation delivered a message from Diongo, affirming the MRC’s readiness to support national recovery and respond to Kabila’s call for unity.
“Carrying a message from the Honourable Franck Diongo, delegates of the Radical Movement for Change (MRC)… were received this afternoon in Goma by President Joseph Kabila,” the platform stated.
“The MRC is committed to playing its part, responding to the call made by President Kabila to all those who passionately love Congo to come to its aid.”
Diongo is a vocal critic of President Tshisekedi. He has in the past strongly criticised Tshisekedi’s regime, calling it ‘bloody’ and accusing it of human rights violations, terror, and corruption.
According to the politician, who obtained political asylum in Belgium in June 2024, Tshisekedi’s government threatens unity and the future of the DRC.
The Monday meeting adds to a growing list of political engagements by Kabila since his return to the DRC from South Africa in late May. In recent days, he has also met with leaders of religious organisations and officials of the M23 rebel movement, which has seized large swaths of territory in eastern DRC.
Kabila also received youth associations from Goma on the same day. Addressing the gathering, he emphasised the critical role of young people in preserving national unity and resisting division in the wake of the security situation in the DRC.
Youth representatives welcomed the message and expressed their desire to be actively involved in shaping the country’s future.
The series of meetings follows a national address delivered by Kabila on May 23, in which he proposed a 12-point roadmap to end violence and rebuild the DRC. His proposals include the withdrawal of foreign forces, disarmament of armed groups, and strengthening of regional cooperation.
The Gates Foundation chairman spoke at the foundation’s event held at the African Union headquarters in Addis Ababa on Monday, June 2. The event was attended by over 12,000 participants, including African leaders, health workers, development experts, and youth.
He reiterated his commitment to donate $200 billion over the next 20 years, most of which will go to Africa, to support health systems and sustainable development.
Gates said that resilient health systems cannot be achieved without African leadership and homegrown solutions. He emphasised that unleashing human potential through health and education should place every African country on a path to prosperity.
“By unleashing human potential through health and education, every country in Africa should be on a path to prosperity – and that path is an exciting thing to be part of,” he added.
He stressed the transformative role AI can play in healthcare, citing Rwanda’s use of AI-powered ultrasound to detect high-risk pregnancies and improve maternal care.
He also highlighted how African youth are embracing AI and thinking critically about how to apply it to solve local problems.
In addition to Rwanda, Gates mentioned Ethiopia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Nigeria, and Zambia as countries where data, technology, and community-based systems are being used to reduce child mortality and combat diseases like malaria and HIV.
“I’ve always been inspired by the hard work of Africans even in places with very limited resources. The kind of fieldwork to get solutions out, even in the most rural areas, has been incredible,” Gates remarked.
In Rwanda, companies such as eFiche are providing AI-powered health services that include disease prediction, health data management, and advanced diagnostics.
Recently, Rwanda’s Ministry of Health launched a new AI-driven platform that allows community health workers to receive training via mobile phones, removing the need for in-person sessions.
During his speech, Gates called for deeper investment in primary healthcare, describing it as foundational to improving well-being and reducing inequality across the continent.
“With primary healthcare, what we’ve learned is that helping the mother be healthy and have great nutrition before she gets pregnant, while she is pregnant, delivers the strongest results,” he said.
“Ensuring the child receives good nutrition in their first four years as well makes all the difference.”
The event also featured remarks from international figures such as WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed, and advocate Graça Machel, who called for sustained partnerships to advance Africa’s development goals.
Machel described Gates’ long-standing collaboration with Africa as a reflection of his respect for African leadership, ideas, and innovation.
“We are counting on Mr Gates’ steadfast commitment to continue walking this path of transformation alongside us,” Machel stated.
Gates committed to giving 99% of his wealth to charity as the Gates Foundation marked its 25th anniversary last month. At the event, he also shared his plan to wind down the foundation by 2045.
He noted that this decision was inspired in part by Andrew Carnegie’s 1889 essay, ‘The Gospel of Wealth,’ which argued that the rich should return their fortunes to society.
Speaking at the Regional Dairy Conference Africa 2025, which focused on topics such as livestock health, milk value addition, and improving market access for dairy products, BK Insurance reaffirmed its commitment to supporting farmers, especially those engaged in professional livestock farming.
Eric Ntaganira, Head of Agribusiness at BK Insurance, highlighted the importance of insurance in mitigating financial losses caused by disasters or unforeseen events.
“When you have insurance, you farm with confidence,” he said. “As livestock farming becomes more professional and capital-intensive, it’s essential that farmers protect their investments to ensure peace of mind and sustainable growth.”
Ntaganira noted that BK Insurance is actively working to expand access to insurance services for farmers while also raising awareness about how these services operate.
“We take time to explain what is covered and what is not. Whether a farmer owns one cow or many, they are eligible for coverage. This service is tailored for professional livestock farmers, and we’ve already registered over 20,000 clients,” he added.
BK Insurance provides a variety of insurance products, including vehicle, fire, construction, agriculture, and livestock insurance.
According to a nationwide survey, more than 50% of farmers and livestock keepers who insure with BK Insurance expressed high levels of satisfaction, with 98% reporting positive experiences.
Since the launch of the “Tekana Urishingiwe Muhinzi Mworozi” (Feel Secure, You are Insured) initiative, BK Insurance has disbursed over Frw2.5 billion in compensation to policyholders in the agriculture and livestock sectors.
The meeting, which brought together defence and security officials, marks a key milestone in regional collaboration on civil-military relations, a cornerstone of humanitarian support, and regional integration within the EAC.
This year, Civil Military Activities Week will feature a series of community outreach initiatives that promote peace, stability, and development with the Rwandan Community, aimed at improving the well-being of local populations.
On behalf of the RDF Chief of Defence Staff, Brig Gen Ronald Rwivanga, the Defence Spokesperson expressed appreciation to all partner states for their active participation in regional initiatives which reflect the EAC’s vision of fostering a strong bond between the Armed Forces and the civilian population.
“It is not only a military engagement, it is a humanitarian commitment and a powerful demonstration of our collective values of Unity, solidarity, and service to community.
“Real security lies primarily in the pursuit of human security solutions to societal problems.” Brig Gen Rwivanga said.
He further urged the participants to engage actively and share their experience to ensure that the outcome of this meeting reflects the aspirations of the defence sectors of EAC.
Lieutenant Colonel Joseph Kimani, representing the Secretary General of the East African Community (EAC), expressed his gratitude to Rwanda for hosting this year’s Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) activities.
He noted that these activities rotate among all EAC partner states. “This initiative is a rotational event bringing the communities we serve as military personnel closer to us, to build trust, and to help address shared challenges among them.
“It also serves to strengthen regional unity and advance the EAC integration agenda.” Lt Col Kimani said.
The EAC CIMIC activities began in 2018 in Uganda and have since been held in various partner States, making a meaningful impact by addressing the needs of local communities.
Turkish Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Oncu Keceli confirmed that the talks, held behind closed doors, “did not end negatively.”
Following the talks, Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, who led the Ukrainian delegation, stated at a press conference that the two sides had reached concrete humanitarian outcomes in the talks.
Umerov said during the talks Ukraine presented its agenda to Russia, proposing a 30-day unconditional ceasefire, alongside the release of prisoners and the return of young soldiers and children.
Moscow will return Ukraine 6,000 bodies of fallen soldiers, said Russian Presidential Aide Vladimir Medinsky after the peace talks.
Moscow and Kiev agreed to exchange all heavily wounded and 18-25-year-old soldiers, while Moscow proposed to declare a ceasefire with Ukraine for two to three days at some areas of the front line, he added.
The two countries last held direct talks on May 16 in Istanbul — their first face-to-face negotiations since March 2022. During that meeting, the two sides agreed to exchange 1,000 prisoners each, marking the largest prisoner swap since the start of the conflict.
The presidential race was triggered by the removal of former conservative President Yoon Suk-yeol from office over his botched martial law bid.
Recent surveys showed that Lee Jae-myung of the Democratic Party continued to have around 50 percent of support, holding a big lead over Kim Moon-soo of the People Power Party with about 30 percent.
Lee lost the 2022 presidential election to Yoon, then candidate of the People Power Party, by the country’s narrowest margin of 0.73 percentage points.
An early voting was carried out between May 29 and May 30. Among over 44 million eligible voters, 34.74 percent cast preliminary votes.
Maize production was estimated at 481,246 metric tons, a 5% decrease compared to Season A of 2024. The area cultivated also declined slightly to 244,095 hectares, down by 2%. Similarly, beans were grown on 327,147 hectares, a 0.6% decrease, resulting in a total production of 230,456 metric tons, which is 1% lower than the previous year.
In contrast, Irish potato output rose by 3%, reaching 475,785 metric tons, with a stable cultivated area of 54,485 hectares. Cassava production increased by 5% to 542,874 metric tons, despite a small drop in cultivated area. Both crops also recorded higher yields compared to cereals and pulses, 13.5 tons per hectare for cassava and 8.7 tons per hectare for Irish potatoes.
While the report does not offer direct explanations for changes in crop performance, it highlights significant differences in yields between small-scale and large-scale farmers. For instance, large-scale maize producers harvested an average of 4.1 tons per hectare, more than double the 1.9 tons recorded by smallholders. Similar yield gaps were observed across other major crops, suggesting structural differences in productivity that may help explain broader production trends.
Input use varied across the farming population. Only 37.3% of farmers used improved seeds, and 63.2% applied inorganic fertilisers. The report notes that the use of inputs such as fertilisers, pesticides, and irrigation systems was much more common among large-scale farmers, contributing to their higher productivity.
Overall, agricultural land use remained stable, with 59% of Rwanda’s total land area dedicated to agriculture. Seasonal crops occupied the majority, followed by permanent crops and pasture. The Eastern and Northern provinces continued to lead in production of maize, cassava, and Irish potatoes.
The SAS 2025A report provides detailed crop estimates, input usage rates, and land use trends to support data-driven planning and policy decisions in Rwanda’s agriculture sector.
