Pogačar’s Dominance, Rwanda’s Power Play, and Sport’s Global Shifts | The Outer Line AIRmail Weekly

This week’s edition of AIRmail from The Outer Line dives deep into the most compelling stories shaping professional cycling and the wider world of sport. From Tadej Pogačar’s historic fifth straight Il Lombardia victory and the debate over whether...

Ericsson to Showcase 5G, AI, and Fintech Innovations at MWC Kigali 2025 under “What’s Next for Africa” Theme

Global technology leader Ericsson has announced its participation in the Mobile World Congress (MWC) Kigali 2025, taking place from October 21–23 under the theme “What’s Next for Africa.” Reaffirming its long-term commitment to Africa’s digital...

LIVE | Bafana Bafana vs Rwanda – FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

All eyes will be on the Mbombela Stadium on Tuesday night at 18:00, as Bafana Bafana host Rwanda in a must-win FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier. Free Spins, Flights, and Bets on Betway The clash marks South Africa’s final group-stage encounter, with...

Inside Rwanda’s Mushroom Revolution: Women, youth and the power of Juncao Technology

KIGALI, Rwanda, Oct 13 — Suzanne Nikuze has come a long way. From a modest experiment in her backyard in the Rwandan capital of Kigali’s Gasabo district, to a thriving agribusiness that is transforming lives, promoting sustainable agriculture and...

Pakistan, Rwanda explore maritime corridors to boost East Africa trade

- Advertisement - ISLAMABAD, Oct 14 (APP): Pakistan and Rwanda have discussed strengthening bilateral trade through maritime-linked corridors connecting Karachi Port with key East African ports in a bid to boost access to regional markets and...

BioNTech's African mRNA vaccine production push gets EU funding boost

As BioNTech works to establish a production footprint for mRNA vaccines in Africa, two EU groups have offered financial backing to the company's efforts. The European Commission pledged a 35 million euro ($40 million) grant and the European...

Morocco Joins Elite Circle of Aircraft Engine Manufacturing Nations

Marrakech – King Mohammed VI inaugurated Safran’s cutting-edge aircraft engine complex in Nouaceur on Monday, marking Morocco’s entry into the exclusive group of countries capable of assembling complete aircraft engines. Accompanied by Crown...

$124 Trillion And Counting... These Are The World's Largest Economies

The 2026 world economy has a cautious outlook, according to the October report put out by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The organization says that global growth is slowing amid fragmentation and rising protectionism. Significant downside...

Rwanda and SpaceX ink deal to expand Starlink internet nationwide

Beyond general connectivity, Starlink’s high-speed satellite internet is expected to support critical sectors, including agriculture, healthcare and rural service delivery. Rwanda has signed a landmark agreement with SpaceX to accelerate the...

Effi & Associés joins ALPi as the Group expands into Francophone West Africa

Effi & Associés, a leading business law firm based in Abidjan, has officially become the tenth member firm of Africa Law Practice International (ALPi), the fast-growing Pan-African legal and professional services network. The onboarding ceremony...

Unlocking the great potential in AI for African youths

Introduction: A generation standing at the edge of possibility Africa’s youth represent the continent’s greatest treasure — a population of over 400 million young minds under the age of 35. This demographic powerhouse sits at the intersection of...

'Rwanda gives inviting energy to live here,' say diaspora living in South Africa

Mehdi Hasan Deletes Tweet Saying Gaza War Is ‘Worse Than a Lot of Previous Genocides’ Like Holocaust, Rwanda

Mehdi Hasan posted and later deleted a tweet in which he compared the tragedies of the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza to other genocides, specifically referencing Rwanda and the Holocaust, calling it “worse than a lot of previous genocides.” “One of the...

Cambodia Celebrates World Standards Day, Success in Joining ISO as Full Member to Boost Competitiveness of Local Industries

AKP Phnom Penh, October 14, 2025 -- The National Standards Council marked Cambodia’s first-ever celebration of World Standards Day under the theme “Shared Vision for a Better World: SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals.” Presiding over the...

EIB, European Commission and BioNTech partner to advance vaccine manufacturing in Rwanda

The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the European Commission are teaming up with BioNTech to help advance a messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccine manufacturing facility in Kigali, Rwanda. To support this project, BioNTech has been awarded a blended...

MKU partners with Imbuto Foundation to boost ECDE in Rwanda

Mount Kigali University (MKU) has stepped up efforts to strengthen early childhood education in Rwanda through a Rwf150 million (KSh13.3 million) donation to the Imbuto Foundation for the construction of new nursery schools in Gasabo District. The...

JSMO Participates in ISO Annual Meeting in Kigali

Ammon News - The Jordan Standards and Metrology Organization (JSMO) took part in the 2025 Annual Meeting of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), held from October 6–10 in Kigali, Rwanda. The global event, themed "Together for...

Juncao tech transforms many lives in Rwanda

Local farmers harvest Juncao, the specially cultivated grass used for growing mushrooms, in Zanzibar, Tanzania, on Sept 20. EMMANUEL HERMAN/XINHUA Suzanne Nikuze has come a long way. From a modest experiment in her backyard in the Rwandan capital...

The nuclear energy agenda in Africa

By Ephraim Audu Africa’s governments are increasing their focus on expanding civil nuclear power to meet growing energy demands in their countries. There is now an urgent need for a nuclear agenda for the continent given its prevailing acute...

Lyle Foster’s fitness sparks hope for Bafana Bafana ahead of Rwanda showdown

Lyle Foster has put injury concerns to rest ahead of Bafana Bafana’s decisive Fifa World Cup 2026 qualifier against Rwanda on Tuesday (kick-off 6pm). The Burnley striker was spotted limping off the field during South Africa’s goalless draw with...