The complex history behind Rwanda’s decision to cut ties with Belgium

Rwanda has given the Belgian ambassador 48 hours to leave the country, citing Belgium's meddling in Rwanda's internal affairs and its role in the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)

Belgian colonialists introduced ethnic-based identity cards and political ideology as part of their divide-and-rule policy, even measuring the size of ...

Mike Omuodo is a pan-African Public Relations and Communications expert based in Nairobi, Kenya.

MIKE OMUODO: Perennial War in DRC is a Scorn at Africa’s sovereignty

by UG STANDARD EDITOR | UG STANDARD EDITORIAL

28/01/2025

Mike Omuodo is a pan-African Public Relations and Communications expert based in Nairobi, Kenya. NAIROBI —A phone vibration drew my ...

The resilient legacy of Buganda: A Kingdom’s enduring strength

by Ronald Mayega | Reporter

02/01/2025

Kabaka Mutebi waves at his subjects KAMPALA —In the heart of East Africa lies a kingdom that has stood the ...

President Yoweri Museveni arrives at the 62nd Independence Day celebrations in Busia, Uganda, where he addressed the nation and marked the country's significant milestone. The President's presence underscored Uganda's progress and resilience.

FULL SPEECH: President Yoweri Museveni’s 62nd Independence Day Address

by UG STANDARD EDITOR | UG STANDARD EDITORIAL

09/10/2024

President Yoweri Museveni arrives at the 62nd Independence Day celebrations in Busia, Uganda, where he addressed the nation and marked ...

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