Beyond the rice fields: Bugesera’s battle to stop Malaria before it strikes
By Elias Hakizimana. In the marshlands of Ngeruka, where rice feeds households and fuels the local economy, a silent enemy
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Rwanda starts construction of first BSL-3 laboratory to detect animal-origin diseases
By Elias HAKIZIMANA. Rwanda has begun constructing a state-of-the-art laboratory that will strengthen the country’s ability to detect and respond
Dr. Tedros warns of rising nicotine threat as Rwanda strengthens tobacco control efforts
BY ELIAS HAKIZIMANA. World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has issued a renewed warning on the deadly
The Global Fund needs $18 billion to eradicate HIV, TB, and Malaria by 2029
By Elias HAKIZIMANA. When Isabella Nizeyimana learned she was HIV positive in the year 2000, she thought her life had
New blood test detects more than 50 cancers, promising earlier diagnosis and better outcomes
By The Inspirer. A groundbreaking blood test capable of detecting more than 50 types of cancer could revolutionize early diagnosis
Rwanda Moves to Address Challenges Facing Primary Health Centers
By The Inspirer. KIGALI, Oct. 15— The Ministry of Health has announced a series of interventions to resolve persistent challenges
MINALOC urges Rwandans to care for the elderly
By Prince Boris CYUBAHIRO. The Ministry of Local Government (MINALOC) has called on all Rwandans to take an active role
Rwanda Marks International Day of Older Persons with Renewed Call for Inclusive Healthcare
By Elias HAKIZIMANA. Kigali, October 1, 2025 — Rwanda joined the world in celebrating the International Day of Older Persons,
Inside Rwanda’s Tough New Law on Assisted Reproduction: 25-Year Jail Terms and Rwf 100 Million Fines for Medical Fraud
By The Inspirer. The Government of Rwanda has enacted a new law regulating health services, introducing some of the toughest
Rwanda welcomes affordable HIV prevention drug
By The Inspirer. Kigali, September 25, 2025 – Rwanda has welcomed news that a breakthrough HIV prevention drug, lenacapavir, will