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Joan Mbabazi
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A Rwandan exhibitor (Left) presents some of the country's products to a Chinese individual during a previous CIIE event. Courtesy
Business
Rwanda debuts new coffee brands, honey on Chinese market
Friday, November 08, 2024
Nurses receive training on using the AI-enabled camera in diabetic clinics, learning to capture images and upload them for immediate analysis and results during a session in Kigali on October 25.
Health
New AI-based initiative seeks to transform diabetic eye care in Rwanda
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Participants during Ulinzi Walk at Breast Cancer Awareness campaign in Kigali. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Health
Breast cancer awareness: A guide to self-examination
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Gender-based violence can take many forms such as intimate partner violence, sexual violence, child marriage, female genital mutilation and so-called ‘honour crimes’. Photo by Alice Kayibanda
Law
Where and how to seek help in case of gender-based violence
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Rwanda’s Marburg virus outbreak has recorded a case fatality rate of 24.2%. Courtesy
Health
Rwanda’s Marburg fatality rate drops below global average
Monday, October 21, 2024
Residents undergo a mass testing exercise of Non-Communicable diseases during Car-Free Day. The Global Week for Action on NCDs, runs from October 15 to October 22. Courtesy
Health
Tackling Rwanda’s NCDs epidemic: A call to action
Saturday, October 19, 2024
Women during a mass sports exercise during Kigali Car Free Day. Sam Ngendahimana
Women
Embracing vibrant lives: How senior adults are rediscovering joy, wellness
Saturday, October 12, 2024
Security officers screen a woman before entering CHUK hospital in Kigali on Tuesday, October 8. Photo by Emmanuel Dushimimana
Health
How Marburg prevention measures are being embraced
Tuesday, October 08, 2024
Dr. John Nkurikiye, the Chief Ophthalmologist and Director of Rwanda International Institute of Ophthalmology (RIIO) attends to a patient on April 24, 2024. File
Health
Transforming eye care in Rwanda: Expert sheds light on country’s plans to improve vision health
Saturday, October 05, 2024
Eye care professionals in Peru build sight-saving skills during an on-site hospital training led by Orbis in 2023. Photo: Geoff Oliver Bugbee
Health
Rwanda to host Orbis Flying Eye Hospital in 2025
Saturday, October 05, 2024
Minister of Health Dr Sabin Nsanzimana breifs journaalists on Marburg virus disease (MVD) situation on Sunday. Courtesy
Health
Marburg virus: Vaccine development underway
Thursday, October 03, 2024
Five patients who had been suspected of contracting Marburg virus disease have tested negative. File
Health
Five patients test negative for Marburg virus, 410 contacts under monitoring
Thursday, October 03, 2024
The death toll from the Marburg virus increased to 11 after one person dies from the disease on Wednesday, October 2. Courtesy.
Health
Marburg virus: 11 fatalities reported as seven new cases are confirmed
Thursday, October 03, 2024
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Health
World No Alcohol Day: 10 ways alcohol is destroying your life
Wednesday, October 02, 2024
A community health worker interacts with a pregnant woman with her husband at Mubuga Hospital in Karongi District on December 9, 2022. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
Health
How Rwanda’s family planning methods transformed maternal, child health
Tuesday, October 01, 2024
Two ladies during interact through sign language in Muhanga District. The government is distributing the first-ever comprehensive Rwandan Sign Language Dictionary (RSLD).
Health
Rwanda starts distributing sign language dictionary
Saturday, September 28, 2024
Faculty members of the Rwanda International Institute of Ophthalmology (RIIO) and the graduating class of 2024 (front row) pose for a group photo after completing their four-year residency in Kigali on Friday, September 27. Courtesy Photo
Health
Rwanda’s eye care workforce reaches 30
Saturday, September 28, 2024
A teacher helps people with disabilities who are visually impaired students at Masaka in Kigali. Craish Bahizi
Health
Ten strategies to ensure inclusivity for people with hearing, visual impairments
Saturday, September 28, 2024

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