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A health worker administers a vaccine. American pharmaceutical company Gilead Sciences will donate thousands of vials of its antiviral drug remdesivir to Rwanda. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Health

Marburg virus: Gilead confirms remdesivir drug donation to Rwanda

Friday, October 04, 2024
Girls in Gisagara show free pads that they got from an activist. In 2019, the Rwandan government added sanitary pads to the list of goods that are VAT exempted in a bid to ease their affordability. Photos: Courtesy
Health

Beyond the pad: Breaking barriers to menstrual health and equality

Wednesday, October 02, 2024
Residents undergo a screening exercise for Non-Communicable Diseases in Kigali. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Health

Heart disease in children tied to preventable factors – medical officer

Wednesday, October 02, 2024
The adoption of the United Nations’ “Pact for the Future” is a landmark moment in global governance.

A critical analysis of the UN’s Pact for the Future and its impact on Africa

Tuesday, October 01, 2024
Christella Muhayeyesu during the interview with The New Times. Photo by Willy Mucyo
Society

Fathered by a UNAMIR officer, Muhayeyesu struggles to discover her identity

Tuesday, October 01, 2024
Faculty members of the Rwanda International Institute of Ophthalmology (RIIO) and the graduating class of 2024 (front row) pose for a group photo after completing their four-year residency in Kigali on Friday, September 27. Courtesy Photo
Health

Rwanda’s eye care workforce reaches 30

Saturday, September 28, 2024
Many people in Pakistan get antibiotics without a prescription, despite it being illegal to give the drugs out this way. And doctors often prescribe antibiotics when they aren’t required.

World leaders commit to action to ensure future of modern medicine

Friday, September 27, 2024
Thousands of youth attend Our Past event, the annual commemoration event to pay tribute to youths that were killed during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi

Addressing inter-generational trauma among Rwandan youth, 30 years after Genocide

Thursday, September 26, 2024
Rwanda Revenue Authority has reminded taxpayers who have yet to declare their second income tax quarterly prepayment to do so early. Courtesy
Featured

FEATURED: RRA urges taxpayers to avoid last-minute filing of 2nd income tax quarterly prepayment

Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Health worker conducts Mpox vaccination activity in Rubavu District. According to RBC, Rwanda has confirmed six cases of mpox to date. Courtesy
Featured

How is Rwanda faring in fight against mpox?

Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Showgoers at a SONARWA stand during a past trade fair. Sonarwa General Insurance Company Ltd experienced a significant decline in profitability in 2023, reporting a loss of Rwf879 million. File
Business

Sonarwa General posts Rwf879m loss in 2023

Monday, September 23, 2024
Dr. John Nkurikiye, the Chief Ophthalmologist and Director of Rwanda International Institute of Ophthalmology (RIIO) during an eye screening exercise in Kigali. Photo by Emmanuel Dushimimana
Health

The evolution of Rwanda’s eye care system

Monday, September 23, 2024