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Joan Mbabazi

Joan Mbabazi

For those looking to take a taste of Rwanda, top coffee brands like Question Coffee, Gorillas Coffee, Rubia Coffee Roasters, Kivu Noir, and Bourbon Coffee offer premium, 100 percent Arabica beans.

Africa CEO Forum: Souvenirs visitors can buy in Kigali

Friday, May 15, 2026

DR Congo confirms new Ebola outbreak with 65 deaths reported.

DR Congo confirms new Ebola outbreak with 65 deaths reported

Friday, May 15, 2026

Minister of State for Health Yvan Butera and Dr. Claus Runge, Chief Health Equity Officer at Bayer AG during the signing ceremonin in Kigali on Thursday, May 14. Courtesy

Rwanda, German drug maker sign deal to boost access to health products

Thursday, May 14, 2026

A visitor during a tour of Kigali Genocide Memorial. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana.

Must-visit spots in Kigali for Africa CEO Forum delegates

Thursday, May 14, 2026

CLOCKWISE: Enock Luyonza, Frank Mugarura, Gloria Kamanzi Uwizera, Pierre-Célestin Rwabukumba, Pacifique Nshimiyimana, and Marie-Magnificat Uwikuzo.

Africa CEO Forum: What people say, expect

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Emery Habumugisha of Kibagabaga Level Two Teaching Hospital is among six Rwandan nurses and midwives who received the DAISY Award for excellence in clinical skill and compassionate care. Courtesy

Six Rwandan nurses, midwives receive international recognition

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

The 2026 edition of the Africa CEO Forum will be held on May 14 and 15 at the Kigali Convention Centre. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi

What to know about the Africa CEO Forum

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

The Rwandan government has stepped up surveillance, border screening and public awareness efforts about hantavirus. COURTESY.

Hantavirus: Rwanda tightens surveillance, urges public vigilance

Sunday, May 10, 2026

Mothers feed their children during a campaign to raise awareness about fighting stunting in Western Province. Courtesy

Mother's Day: What does a supportive home, workplace look like?

Sunday, May 10, 2026

Mother’s Day is a special moment to surprise mothers and make them feel appreciated. The gifts do not need to be expensive, but they should be thoughtful and meaningful. Net photo

Thoughtful Mother’s Day gift ideas to make her feel truly special

Saturday, May 09, 2026

A test tube labelled "Hantavirus positive" is held in this illustration taken May 7, 2026. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration

Three dead as WHO ramps up response to cruise ship Hantavirus outbreak

Saturday, May 09, 2026

According to the Rwanda Development Board’s 2025 Annual Report, 58,042 individual businesses are owned by women, representing 55 percent of all sole proprietorships. File

Women own 55% of Rwanda’s individual businesses - report

Thursday, May 07, 2026

President Paul Kagame and his Botswana counterpart, Duma Boko, witnessed the signing of six bilateral agreements to strengthen cooperation across key sectors, including taxation, aviation, and health. Village Urugwiro

What does Rwanda-Botswana visa-free travel mean?

Thursday, May 07, 2026

Hantavirus antibody blood test. Detects antibodies to the hantavirus, indicating past or current hantavirus infection. (Photo by Wladimir Bulgar/Science Photo Li / WBU / Science Photo Library via AFP)

Hantavirus: Rare rodent-borne virus linked to severe disease

Thursday, May 07, 2026

South Africa health officials on May 6, confirmed that two passengers from the MV Hondius cruise ship tested positive for the Andes strain of hantavirus.

Hantavirus: South Africa confirms cases

Wednesday, May 06, 2026

Washing hands properly with soap and water is the most effective method.

Experts warn decline in hand hygiene may increase infection risks

Wednesday, May 06, 2026

Louise Kamanyana a midwife practicing in Rwanda. Courtesy

A midwife’s mission to bring new life into the world

Wednesday, May 06, 2026

Saidath Gato, a midwife now with 15 years of experience, currently works for Partners In Health Rwanda. Courtesy

She became a midwife after her neighbour died in childbirth

Tuesday, May 05, 2026