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

Malaria cases rise as govt scales up spraying drive

Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Rwanda has begun discussions on introducing a malaria vaccine into its national immunisation programme.
Health

Malaria surge triggers assessment of vaccine options

Saturday, December 06, 2025
According to RBC, more than 2,000 people are treated for animal bites each year across the country, and at least one person dies annually. File
Health

Missing dog data stalls rabies elimination efforts

Friday, November 21, 2025
Participants pose for a group photo at Zipline Centre in Muhanga District. Courtesy
Featured

A dive into Rwanda’s drone-powered vaccine distribution system

Wednesday, November 19, 2025
People use a public washroom at Nyirangarama. Rwanda will join the world to marks World Toilet Day on November 19.
Rwanda

What will it take to have communal toilets in Kigali's public buildings? 

Wednesday, November 19, 2025
A student carefully arranges a mosquito net on his bed before heading to class. The country has recorded more than 91,000 malaria cases, with 87 percent concentrated in 15 districts. Courtesy
Health

Schools strengthen malaria prevention as cases rise

Saturday, November 08, 2025
A worker conducts a spraying exercise a house in Bugesera. RBC has started spraying homes in 28 sectors most affected by the disease, including areas in Gisagara, Bugesera, Nyagatare, Rwamagana, and
Health

How Rwanda is managing malaria surge amid rainy season

Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Children follow instructions on how to better wash your hands during a campaign on the fight against neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) in Bugesera. Photo courtesy

Youth-driven research and innovation can boost efforts to eliminate NTDs in Africa

Saturday, September 27, 2025
Rwanda Biomedical Centre health experts conduct mosquito research during an outreach program in Bugesera District. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Health

Inside govt plan to curb rising malaria cases

Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Wetlands serve as a habitat for snails that host the parasites that cause bilharzia. People working is such areas are encouraged to always wear protective gear like long rubber boots.

How Bilharzia is still a concern for rural children in Rwanda

Saturday, August 16, 2025
Officials recognize residents and students during the campaign on the neglected tropical diseases in Rwanda

Eliminating neglected tropical diseases in Rwanda: Why community voices matter?

Thursday, July 10, 2025
A women sleeping in mosquito net as a way to prevent Malaria in her family. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Health

Rwanda’s new malaria control strategy detects 30% more unreported cases

Monday, June 23, 2025