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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

The newborns will receive the hepatitis B birth-dose vaccine on time, including babies born at home or outside health facilities. Courtesy

What to know about Hepatitis B vaccine for newborns

Monday, January 05, 2026

Newborns in Rwanda will now get a Hepatitis B vaccine dose within 24 hours of birth, according to RBC.

Newborns to get Hepatitis B vaccine

Saturday, January 03, 2026

A cyclotron, the machine used for producing medical isotopes for nuclear medicine. Rwanda has already acquired one.

Rwanda to start producing key nuclear medicine chemical in 2026

Sunday, December 28, 2025

A client enjoys jollof rice and chicken at a restaurant during lunchtime. Photos by Craish Bahizi.

Food safety alert: RBC flags increased contamination risk during holidays

Saturday, December 27, 2025

Andrew Kulayige, the CEO of Britam Insurance Rwanda and Chairperson of the Association of Insurers in Rwanda (ASSAR) addresses during a past meeting in Kigali

Insurers' body vows to address delays in paying private health facilities

Tuesday, December 23, 2025