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From left, Logan Joe, Bulldogg, and Bushali are among the performers set to take the stage at this Saturday’s Mic Tribe at Mundi Center. COURTESY
Showbiz

October wraps: Here’s what Kigali is doing this weekend

Friday, October 31, 2025
Participants pose for a group photo during the commemoration of World Stroke Day on Wednesday, October 29.
Health

Experts call for specialised stroke units as cases rise in Rwanda

Friday, October 31, 2025
Kigali citizens during a walk to raise awareness on the Breast Cancer. Courtesy
Women

The fears and myths keeping women from early breast cancer checks

Friday, October 31, 2025
The government is conducting a national study on lead contamination and exposure as part of efforts to eliminate the use of harmful chemicals. Courtesy
Health

Why lead in paints is a threat to public health

Thursday, October 30, 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
A lab expert works at Kacyiru Hospital. Genomics is the study of an organism's complete set of DNA, including all of its genes and their interactions with each other and the environment. Photos by Craish BAHIZI
Health

Genomics could help Rwanda tackle cancer, NCD burden: experts

Monday, October 27, 2025
Fruits fuel your wellbeing

From heart health to weight loss: How fruits fuel your wellbeing

Thursday, October 23, 2025
Dr. Menghis Bairu (L) is President & CEO of biotech company Bio Usawa, whereas Prof. Wanjiku Mathenge (R) is a renowned ophthalmologist in Africa.

Rwanda’s approval of first eye care biosimilar offers hope for millions

Thursday, October 23, 2025
RAB has suspended livestock movement in Kanama, Nyakiliba and Kanzenze Sectors of Rubavu District following a Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak
Agriculture

Foot-and-Mouth disease outbreak confirmed in Rubavu

Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Rwanda has approved BioUcenta™, a lower-cost drug similar to Lucentis® (ranibizumab), to treat diabetic macular edema
Health

Rwanda FDA approves Africa’s first affordable eye drug

Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Following the completion of a water supply project by Water For People, students are now accessing clean water. Courtesy
Health

‘Everyone Forever’: The clean water project keeping girls in school, boosting health

Tuesday, October 21, 2025
A visitor enjoys the calm beauty of Nyandungu Wetland, part of Rwanda’s green vision.
Environment

How Nyandungu is leading Rwanda’s long-term vision to use green spaces for health and well-being

Monday, October 20, 2025