[New Times] Imported goods packaged in plastic materials and single-use products will pay an extra tax starting in July, Yusuf Murangwa, the Rwanda's Minister of Finance and Economic Planning, said on Tuesday, February 11 a day after the government approved new tax reforms.

[New Times] Rwanda's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Olivier Ndungirehe, held talks with Amb. Troy Fitrell, the Acting U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, on February 12, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations, the security situation in eastern DR Congo, and the outcomes of the extra-ordinary joint EAC-SADC Heads of State and Government meeting held in Tanzania, on February 8.

[UN News] Despite significant challenges, humanitarians «plan to stay and deliver» in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) as fighting between the Rwandan-backed M23 Movement and national forces continues, a senior UN aid official said on Tuesday.

La Première Dame, Zita Oligui Nguema, a honoré de sa présence, hier mardi 11 février, le jubilé 2025, placé sous le thème « Pèlerins d'espérance », à la Cathédrale Notre-Dame de l'Assomption de Libreville. Cette messe, qui coïncidait avec la 33ème journée mondiale des malades, était dédiée aux personnels de santé et aux acteurs sociaux engagés dans des actions de solidarité. Outre la Première Dame, cette célébration a réuni le Vice-Premier ministre de la Transition ainsi que plusieurs (...) - SOCIETE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Je tiens à apporter ma perspective sur la situation actuelle au Gabon et sur les préoccupations exprimées à propos du rôle des militaires dans la gouvernance du pays. L'histoire politique du Gabon a été marquée par des décennies de gouvernance civile sous les présidences de Léon Mba Minko, Omar Bongo Ondimba et Ali Bongo Ondimba. Malgré les ressources naturelles abondantes dont dispose notre pays, le développement attendu par les Gabonais n'a pas toujours été à la hauteur des espoirs (...) - LIBRE PROPOS / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Earlier on Wednesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin and his US counterpart Donald Trump have held a telephone conversation

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«We discussed a variety of topics having to do with the war,» the US president wrote

Zelensky expressed hope that the agreement would be signed at or before the Munich Security Conference, which will take place from February 14-16

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Bosaso (HOL) — Puntland intelligence officials have uncovered a systematic effort by the Islamic State (ISIS) to forcibly recruit foreign migrants, using deception and coercion to expand its foothold in the region.

Tensions erupted in Hyderabad’s old city when meat was found inside the Lord Shiva Temple within the Hanuman Temple complex. Protests ensued, leading authorities to investigate. CCTV footage later revealed that a cat had brought the meat, quelling potential unrest after police clarified the situation.

A theft suspect from Madhya Pradesh, Suresh Anuragi, died at Jammu’s government medical college after complaining of chest and abdominal pain while in police custody. The police, under scrutiny for custodial practices, clarified all procedures were followed, and an inquiry and postmortem had been ordered to rule out any foul play.

Two soldiers, Captain Karamjit Singh Bakshi and Naik Mukesh Singh Manhas, were killed in an IED blast while on patrol near the LoC. Both were set to marry in April, leaving their families mourning their tragic loss. The articles detail their planned celebrations turned into sorrowful events.

Pakistani soldiers violated the ceasefire by firing in J&K's Poonch district, aiming to push terrorists into India. The Indian border guards responded effectively with equal force, and there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage from the Indian side. Recent incidents indicate increasing infiltration attempts and hostilities along the LoC.

Hargeisa (HOL) — Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro met with UAE Vice President and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum on Tuesday to discuss economic cooperation and regional security, focusing on the Red Sea.

Three decades after the Somali civil war, the Somali Studies International Association (SSIA) returned to Mogadishu and held its 15th triennial congress under the stewardship of the Somali National University (SNU) in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, Culture, and Higher Education of the Federal Government of Somalia.

Hargeisa (HOL) — Somaliland authorities have revoked Universal TV's broadcasting license, accusing the station of violating the self-declared republic's sovereignty. This move signals tighter controls over media in the region.

The Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) has intercepted MK85 million worth of smuggled goods in Lilongwe, marking a major breakthrough in enforcing the Kalondola Digital Tax Stamp system. Acting on a tip from a patriotic citizen, MRA and police raided a warehouse in Area 4, Lilongwe, where illicit goods – including body care products, diapers, and […] The post MRA Seizes MK85 Million in Smuggled Goods as Digital Tax Stamps Tighten Compliance appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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Jaysley Beck, 19, a Royal Artillery Gunner, was found dead in her barracks at Larkhill Camp, Wiltshire, on December 15 2021 after a work party.

Wynne Evans believes he has been 'unfairly treated' by the BBC after his spit-roast joke was reportedly a 'known nickname for a co-star and taken as banter within his Strictly circle

BBC Morning Live regular Dr Xand Van Tulleken said people taking certain drugs needed to be cautious about eating a specific type of fruit, as well as its juice or jam.

NAIROBI, Kenya (HOL) — President William Ruto's decision to eliminate a six-decade-old verification process for obtaining national identification cards in Kenya's northeastern region has ignited political and security debates across the country.

NAIROBI, Kenya (HOL) — Somalia has signed contracts with four construction firms to upgrade key roads in Mogadishu, marking a significant investment in the capital’s infrastructure and economic development.

Kiev’s membership in the US-led bloc is not a “realistic outcome” of any peace deal, according to US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Read Full Article at RT.com

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Former Democratic congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard has been confirmed as the US Director Of National Intelligence Read Full Article at RT.com

The Times of India's Right to Excellence Online School Summit, held in New Delhi, gathered education stakeholders to discuss the future of online education. Key topics included improving digital infrastructure, enhancing learning experiences, and addressing parental concerns.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted a handcrafted wooden alphabet set to the daughter of US Vice President JD Vance during a meeting in Paris. Modi joined the Vance family in celebrating their son's birthday, and the encounter followed the AI Action Summit, which Modi co-chaired with French President Emmanuel Macron.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticised the Uttar Pradesh government for allegedly hiding the true extent of the Maha Kumbh Mela tragedy, claiming higher fatalities and inadequate safety measures. She further alleged that the bodies of Bengal residents who died in the stampede were returned without proper documentation, complicating the compensation process for grieving families.