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Members of Parliament on February 17 began analysing a new healthcare bill, which could legalise surrogacy in Rwanda if it’s voted into law.
Health

There will be no price for surrogacy, minister defends new healthcare bill

Wednesday, February 19, 2025
A community health worker gives instructions to a pregnant woman and her husband in Karongi. file
Health

Family planning: Essential insights for choosing the right contraception method

Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Young girls during a reproductive health course in Gisagara. The Rwandan Ministry of Health on February 17 defended its proposal to lower the age of consent for contraceptive use from 18 to 15. File
Editorial

Supporting teenage access to reproductive health services is securing their future

Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Health Minister Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana addresses members of the Parliamentary Committee on Social Affairs on Monday, February 17. Courtesy
Health

Govt defends contraceptive for teens amid high pregnancy, child mortality rates

Tuesday, February 18, 2025
More than 42 marriages involving people above the age of 18 but below 21 have been officially approved by the government since July last year.
Law

Under 21 marriage: Over 42 couples approved since new law passed

Monday, February 10, 2025
Some of the new female senators. Courtesy
Women

Gender equality in 2024: milestones and the road ahead

Tuesday, January 07, 2025
Members of Parliament approved different bills that raised debates among beneficiaries and officials. Courtesy
Law

Key regulatory milestones that shaped Rwanda in 2024

Friday, December 27, 2024
We should, in theory, all align around shared aspirations to make 2025 a year of progress for all.

A new year’s resolution for progress: Focus on what works

Tuesday, December 24, 2024
People during Kigali Car Free Day mass sports. Olivier Mugwiza
Health

Regular exercise, well-rounded diet reduces dementia risk, says health expert

Saturday, November 23, 2024
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Rwanda

UNICEF urges expansion of school nutrition programmes to improve learning outcomes 

Wednesday, November 13, 2024
The National Union of Disability Organizations in Rwanda (NUDOR) praised a new bill proposing access to reproductive health services, including contraception, for teenagers aged 15. Photo Courtesy
Rwanda

Disability advocacy group backs bill on contraception for 15-year-olds

Monday, November 11, 2024
MP Jean Claude Mazimpaka has suggested that cosmetic surgery in Rwanda needs to be regulated. Courtesy
Health

Lawmaker calls for legislation on cosmetic surgery in Rwanda

Thursday, November 07, 2024