A survivor recounts seeking refuge with thousands of others at the Don Bosco School in Kicukiro during the 1994 Tutsi genocide, describing the terror of militia attacks, the abandonment by foreign troops evacuating only their own citizens, and the subsequent massacre of refugees. The testimony highlights the failure of international forces to protect Tutsi and moderate Hutu civilians and emphasizes the enduring trauma and memory of those killed.

Nigeria leads global cassava production with approximately 34 million tonnes annually, surpassing other major staple crops and providing strong protection against hunger. Production is highest in the North Central zone, especially Kogi and Benue states, which benefit economically from the crop and have remained resilient despite fluctuations in oil prices. Government initiatives have explored expanding cassava-based products such as ethanol, flour, and bread to support future growth and export potential.

A personal account describes an encounter in Limoges with Guillaume, a homeless man denied lodging despite prepaid expenses. The narrative reflects on the lack of fraternity in France, contrasting institutional rejection with individual acts of kindness. After parting, the author later learns of another homeless man who died in Paris during cold weather, underscoring a broader societal failure to protect vulnerable citizens.

A hotel manager in Limoges refuses to allow a homeless man named Guillaume to stay in a room reserved by the narrator, despite prior encouragement from hotel staff. The manager cancels the reservation, cites rules against hosting marginalized individuals and contacts Booking.com to reinforce the refusal. The narrator challenges the treatment as discriminatory and seeks dignity and compassion for Guillaume, emphasizing humanity over reimbursement.

A couple attempts to give their hotel room in Limoges to a homeless person after learning the hotel will not transfer their booking. With help from a taxi driver, they search the city for someone in need while reflecting on the invisibility of homeless people following political changes in local leadership.

A mistaken hotel reservation in Limoges leads the author to reflect on how unused, prepaid hotel rooms could provide shelter for homeless people, introducing the story of Guillaume, a homeless man whose experience highlights social exclusion and poverty in France.

Highlights the shared belief in equality before the law expressed in speeches by Martin Luther King Jr., Barack Obama, and Cyril Ramaphosa, emphasizing their common message of justice, freedom, and collective responsibility to build fairer societies.

The author reflects on his long personal friendship with Patrick Mazimpaka, honoring his role as a key diplomat in the Arusha peace process and his contributions to Rwanda’s unity and post‑genocide political life. He recalls their first meeting in 1993, Mazimpaka’s trusted presence in negotiations, and his influence during discussions on international failures surrounding the 1994 genocide. The tribute highlights Mazimpaka’s humility, integrity, and commitment to Rwanda and Africa, noting the wide respect shown at his memorial and affirming his legacy as a unifying figure dedicated to freedom and dignity for all Rwandans.

The piece predicts Jacob Zuma will resign rather than be removed by Parliament, warning that his reliance on regional popularity could fuel resistance and risk political violence reminiscent of 1994. It argues Zuma’s refusal to step down could destabilize the ANC, especially after losing support from key allies such as Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma.

The report describes the experiences of undocumented migrants living in the United States and their fear of deportation despite efforts by the Obama administration to provide legal status to millions. It highlights the daily realities faced by migrants who remain reluctant to come forward even with proposed policy changes, emphasizing the sense of insecurity and the challenges associated with living without legal documentation.