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Fibroids, non-cancerous tumors that grow in or on the uterus, affect an estimated 20 to 30 per cent of women of reproductive age globally.
Women

Why many women live with uterine tumors without knowing it

Friday, June 26, 2026
Providence Umurungi, Rwanda's National Commission for Human Rights Chairperson delivers his remarks at the opening of the Fourth Conference of the African National Preventive Mechanisms Network in Kigali, on Wednesday, June 24.
Women

Experts urge detention reforms to protect women, children

Thursday, June 25, 2026
Girls receive sanitary pads donated by Jeannette Kawera and Brian Natete as part of their initiative to support girls from underprivileged families in accessing menstrual hygiene products in Gisagara District. Courtes

A dignified period should be part of every girl’s school day

Friday, June 19, 2026
Kosmotive founder Blandine Umuziranenge (second right) receives the Girls Innovation Award during the YouthConnekt summit in October 2019. Courtesy.
Business

Inside Rwandan enterprises shortlisted for Africa’s Business Heroes

Thursday, June 18, 2026
The Mama Guide, a new book published by Umubyeyi Elevate, explores women's health beyond major milestones, showing how wellbeing evolves through every stage of life.
Education

Book review: The Mama Guide connects the dots in women’s health

Saturday, June 13, 2026
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition that affects hormones.

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: The overlooked cause of infertility in women

Tuesday, April 28, 2026
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Actress Bazongere walks 160 kilometers to raise awareness about menstrual health

Monday, April 13, 2026
Liliane Ingabire Ntwali, the founder of Ling Pads, a local firm that produces approximately 100,000 packs every six months in Rwanda. Courtesy
Featured

[Featured] Ingabire’s Ling Pads: turning personal pain into menstrual innovation

Monday, March 02, 2026
Actress Rosine Bazongere was received by Vice-Mayor of Nyagatare District Juliet Murekatete as she concluded her 160km walk from Kigali on Sunday, February 16. Photos by Olivier Mugwiza
Women

PHOTOS: Actress Bazongere completes 160km walk in menstrual health campaign

Monday, February 16, 2026
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Women

VIDEO & PHOTOS: Actress Bazongere walks 160 kilometers to raise awareness about menstrual health

Friday, February 13, 2026
Old women during physical exercise in a gym in Kigali during Grandma club. File

Women’s health: Your body does not follow your age plan

Friday, February 06, 2026
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) testing allows women to collect a vaginal sample and submit it for laboratory testing to detect high-risk strains.
Health

HPV self-testing is helping women catch cervical cancer early

Saturday, January 24, 2026