Ex-Rwandan lawmaker detained for illegal weapon possession
Authorities did not provide further details when pressed by media outlets for additional information on the case
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DR Congo minister confirms death toll rises to 35 in camp raid
The M23 rebel group, predominantly led by Tutsis, recommenced its armed activities in the DRC in 2021 and has gained control over extensive areas
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DRC, EU look to boost transparency in mineral supply chain
The EU and DR Congo are working together to improve the traceability of the African nation’s minerals, despite tensions arising from a separate EU deal with Rwanda.
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US urges Rwanda to hold DRC assault forces accountable
Tensions rise between the US and Rwanda after the US accuses Rwandan forces of joining M23 rebels in an attack on a camp for displaced people in DR Congo.
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Rwanda rejects accusation for deadly blast in DRC camp
The US accuses Rwanda of being behind a deadly explosion at a camp for displaced people in eastern DR Congo.
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Rwanda denies attacking DR Congo displaced persons camp
According to the U.S., the attack originated from positions held by the Rwandan Defense Forces (RDF) and the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group
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UK starts detaining migrants for deportation to Rwanda
The Parliament passed legislation in April to facilitate the transfer of asylum seekers to Rwanda if they entered Britain without authorization
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UK’s Sunak says Rwanda policy will proceed despite opposition
The government’s push to deport migrants to Rwanda faces ongoing legal challenges from charities, campaigners, and unions
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UN urges UK airlines: Stop unlawful removals to Rwanda
Warn that removing asylum-seekers to Rwanda or any other country would ‘violate the right to be free from torture or other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment’
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Controversial NGO legislation advances in Rwanda
Rwanda’s draft NGO law advances amid criticism, stirring concerns over its effect on civic space ahead of the July polls.
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