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Farmers spraying pesticides in a maize plantation in Burera District. Irish potato and maize farmers have warned of a likely decline in production as the prices of pesticides and fungicides continue to rise.
Agriculture

New biotech maize trials offer hope against fall armyworm devastation

Monday, August 11, 2025
It is now seven months after Rwanda introduced injectable PrEP, a preventive drug for people without HIV.
Health

Rwanda to expand access to HIV preventive injection

Sunday, August 10, 2025
In Rwanda, mothers exclusively breastfeed their infants during their first six months by 82.8 percent. Courtesy
Health

Why breastfeeding support is crucial for working mothers

Friday, August 08, 2025
Doctors conduct a screening exam at Legacy Clinic in Kigali. File
Health

What new health law means for patients, doctors and families

Wednesday, August 06, 2025
Teenagers follow some advice on how to use contraceptives during a campaign to raise awareness on AIDS. Photos by Emmanuel Dushimimana
Health

What next after MPs pass health services bill?

Tuesday, August 05, 2025
A neonatal health professional attends to a new-born baby at Kirehe District Hospital. In a bid to give more people opportunity to have children, Rwanda has expanded access to surrogacy. Photo by Ministry of Health.
Health

Rwanda expands surrogacy access: Who is eligible now?

Monday, August 04, 2025
Panelists engage in a discussion during the National Dialogue with Teachers in Kigali on July 31. Photo by Titus
Education

REB addresses teachers' concerns about transfer, placement system

Friday, August 01, 2025
Patients at Munini Hospital in Nyaruguru sit waiting to be assisted. In July 2025, the government introduced a new pricing structure for medical services in private healthcare facilities the first major tariff revision since 2014. File Photo.
Health

How revised medical tariffs are reshaping healthcare access

Friday, August 01, 2025
Participants of the 2024 World AIDS Day. Rwanda has cut new HIV cases by 82% and AIDS deaths by 86%, reaching global health targets years before the 2030 deadline. File
Health

How Rwanda met global HIV targets ahead of schedule

Thursday, July 31, 2025
The Orbis Flying Eye Hospital landed in Kigali on July 18. The government has partnered with Orbis International to strengthen specialized eye care services in Rwanda.
Health

In a first, training is a key focus as mobile eye unit arrives in Kigali

Tuesday, July 29, 2025
The New Times

FfD4: Some saw hope, others disappointment but there are hints of success

Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Rwanda’s Health Minister, Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana, and Kigali City Mayor, Samuel Dusengiyumva, join other participants during a Car Free Day walk.
Health

Walking 7,000 steps prevents heart diseases, cancer and diabetes, study finds

Monday, July 28, 2025