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Pap smear kit to test for papoloma virus and cervical cancer.

10 things to know about new cervical cancer self-sampling kits

Saturday, January 24, 2026

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Mpox no longer a public health emergency in Africa

Friday, January 23, 2026

The government plans to introduce lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable drug for HIV prevention, in the last quarter of the year.

Rwandans react to planned six-month HIV prevention injection

Friday, January 23, 2026

(L–R) A moderator leads a panel discussion with Bill Gates, the American philanthropist and co-chair of the Gates Foundation, Rwanda’s Minister
of ICT and Innovation Paula Ingabire, and Global Fund Executive Director Peter Sands at the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in
Davos on Wednesday, January 21. Gates announced the $50 million initiative, dubbed Horizon 1000, aimed at deploying AI tools in the health
sector in partnership with African governments and health leaders. Photo: Courtesy.

Why Bill Gates, OpenAI chose Rwanda for $50m AI healthcare initiative

Thursday, January 22, 2026

A construction site where works to upgrade the hospital are currently taking place.

Rwf6bn revamp underway at one of Gatsibo’s oldest hospitals

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

American billionaire Bill Gates and Co-Chair of Gates Foundation announced on Wednesday, January 21, in a blog post that the $50 million initiative, dubbed Horizon 1000.

Rwanda to benefit from Bill Gates' $50m AI healthcare initiative

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

A woman exercises in a gym in Kigali. File

The hidden dangers of weight loss shortcuts creeping up in Rwanda

Monday, January 19, 2026

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Scientists discover previously unknown genetic diabetes in babies

Saturday, January 17, 2026

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What’s driving the decline in new HIV infections?

Saturday, January 17, 2026

A mother shares a warm moment with her children, reflecting how changing policies, economic realities, and personal choices are shaping smaller, planned families in Rwanda. Courtesy

How policy, economics and choice are redefining family size in Rwanda

Friday, January 16, 2026

A teacher assists pupils during an English lesson at Groupe Scolaire Camp Kigali. The National Examination and School Inspection Authority (NESA), on Thursday, January 15, released updated requirements for schools seeking accreditation or authorization to establish new learning pathways and trades.

10 things to know about new school accreditation guidelines

Thursday, January 15, 2026

Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva meets with Leung Chun-Ying, Chairman of GX Foundation, a Hong Kong–based charitable organization providing global medical and public health assistance.

PM Nsengiyumva, GX Foundation boss discuss health sector partnership

Thursday, January 15, 2026

Rwanda plans to introduce lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable drug for HIV prevention, in the last quarter of the year. Courtesy

Six-month HIV prevention injection set for rollout by year-end

Thursday, January 15, 2026

WHO calls for 'health tax' on sugary drinks, alcohol.

WHO calls for 'health tax' on sugary drinks, alcohol

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

A worker conducts an in-house spraying exercise in Bugesera District, as part of a public health initiative. Courtesy

Malaria cases rise as govt scales up spraying drive

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Minister of Education Joseph Nsengimana launches FresheriKuIshuri in Bugesera District. Courtesy

Cleanliness in schools must be culture, says minister

Monday, January 12, 2026

Rwanda recorded 2,555 new HIV infections in 2024, down from 2,922 cases in 2023. File

New HIV infections down 12% amid prevention efforts

Friday, January 09, 2026

A pregnant woman undergoes check-up at Clinique la Medicale in Kigali. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana.

What do we need to attain full antenatal coverage in Rwanda?

Friday, January 09, 2026

A medic administers a Covid-19 vaccine in Bugesera District. Photo by Craish Bahizi.

What to know about Rwanda’s $500 million plan for future pandemics

Wednesday, January 07, 2026

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Nestlé issues global baby formula recall over toxin fears

Tuesday, January 06, 2026