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Rwanda

How will Rwanda’s new National Biosafety Committee work?

Friday, February 21, 2025
The recent government decision to impose higher taxes on beers and cigarettes sparked public debate. Craish BAHIZI

Higher taxes on beer and cigarettes: A win for public health, not just revenue

Thursday, February 20, 2025
The importance of condom use was reiterated during International Condom Day (ICD) in Nyagatare District on February 13. Courtesy
Featured

FEATURED: Condoms remain top choice for preventing HIV — AIDS Healthcare Foundation

Tuesday, February 18, 2025
According to the Ministry of Finance value-added tax (VAT), that was previously exempted, will be reintroduced on mobile phones in Rwanda. Courtesy
Economy

What new tax reforms mean for businesses, consumers

Thursday, February 13, 2025
The newly constructed housing units which are part of Savannah Creek project under construction at Kangondo. The project is set to be innaugurated on February 14, 2025. Photos by Craish Bahizi
Housing

PHOTOS: Construction of Savannah Creek Estate set to kick off in Nyarutarama

Monday, February 10, 2025
A view of the University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) Butaro Campus. Courtesy
Health

Equity for all: Championing disability inclusion in healthcare

Friday, February 07, 2025
Dr. Cyprien Shyirambere, oncology program director for Partners In Health in Rwanda, records medical information after seeing patients for follow-up visits at PIH-supported Butaro District Hospital.
Health

Top 10 most common cancers in Rwanda

Friday, February 07, 2025
Rwandan long distance runner Robert Kajuga was suspended for four years after failing a drug test in 2016-File

Doping may not be a big issue in Rwanda yet but for how long?

Friday, January 31, 2025
Community Health workers pose for a group photo by Agaciro Legacy Mall. Courtesy
Health

Lawmakers demand action on troubled real estate project for community health workers

Thursday, January 30, 2025
A Community Health Worker educates residents about malnutrition in Karongi District on December 9. Photos by Olivier Mugwiza
Health

Four reasons why community health workers could join Rwanda’s savings and credit cooperative

Saturday, January 25, 2025
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Health

Ditch the salt shaker, protect your heart – experts

Saturday, January 25, 2025
A view of Mombasa Port in Kenya. Africa’s economic growth is forecast to improve from 3.4 per cent in 2024 to 3.7 per cent in 2025 and further to 4 per cent in 2026.
Africa

Africa's economy to improve in 2025 despite global stagnation - report

Tuesday, January 21, 2025