The Latest Breaking News from Rwanda

At least ‘350 migrants cross Channel in two days’

At least 350 migrants are believed to have crossed the English Channel in the past two days.

Evening Standard · May 2, 2022

The family of 'Hotel Rwanda' hero files US law suit over his alleged abduction

The family of "Hotel Rwanda" hero Paul Rusesabagina announced at the weekend that they have filed a $400 million lawsuit in the United States over his alleged abduction and torture.

Radio France Internationale · May 2, 2022

Refugee charities say 'draconian' Rwanda plan not deterring Channel crossings

REFUGEE charities said the Government’s plan to send migrants to Rwanda has done little to deter people from making the perilous journey to the…

The National (Scotland) · May 2, 2022

Nationality and Borders Act becomes law: five key changes explained

At almost the last minute before the parliamentary session ended, after months of pushback from the House of Lords and despite vehement protests from those supporting refugees and migrants, the UK government has succeed in introducing the Nationality and Borders Act.

The Conversation · Apr 29, 2022

Priti Patel faces first legal challenges as Rwanda refugee plan branded 'immoral'

Charity Freedom from Torture has warned the Home Office it could pursue a judicial review and demanded documents and risk assessments. Charity boss Sonya Sceats said the Rwanda plan is 'immoral'

Daily Mirror · Apr 28, 2022

War in Ukraine boosts demand for South African coal

Coal producers in South Africa try to recover some of the market share lost by Russia following Europe's sanctions. Some of them last traded with the continent more than a decade ago. Also, the Central African Republic makes Bitcoin its official currency alongside the CFA franc, but the move is…

France 24 · Apr 28, 2022

For many migrants, the view of Rwanda is often far from rosy

Britain’s recent decision to send some migrants to Rwanda is questioned by several people resettled in the tiny East African country who say it is not a suitable refuge

The Independent UK · Apr 28, 2022

Priti Patel urged to disclose documents behind Rwanda deal as second legal challenge launched

Home Office facing two new legal challenges against plan to ship refugees to East Africa

The Independent UK · Apr 27, 2022

Priti Patel facing High Court challenges over Rwanda plan for asylum seekers

Charities and the PCS union have taken the first steps towards legal action over the controversial policy.

The Independent UK · Apr 27, 2022

Can Museveni and Kagame’s renewed bromance inspire regional peace?

Cordial relations between the presidents of Uganda and Rwanda remain crucial to the progress of East Africa.

Al Jazeera · Apr 27, 2022