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Parents waiting to receive packets of Shisha Kibondo. The nutritious porridge is part of the government’s efforts to address malnutrition and stunting in children. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Health

Gatsibo officials warn against illegal sale of Shisha Kibondo

Tuesday, March 05, 2024
Rwanda Correctional Service (RCS) female personnel during a meeting on Wednesday, February 28. RCS has acknowledged the need for more female prison warders to address specific needs of incarcerated women. COURTESY
Women

RCS seeks more female officers to enhance services for women inmates

Wednesday, February 28, 2024
The week-long campaign steered in diverse districts of Rwanda including Gisagara, Rubavu, Burera, Kirehe, Kayonza, and Rwamagana intended to discuss NTD burdens, local solutions and multi-sectoral actions.Courtesy
Health

From hygiene education to snakebite awareness: Rwanda’s fight against NTDs

Monday, January 29, 2024
Mastitis commonly occurs within the first three months of breastfeeding and up to a third of women breastfeeding may develop it. Photo: Courtesy
Health

Breastfeeding woes: Coping with mastitis

Thursday, January 25, 2024
A woman breastfeeding her baby. Mastitis is an inflammation of breast tissue that sometimes involves an infection.

Better than a Hallelujah: A mastitis story

Monday, January 15, 2024
Embassy of Sweden's National Programme Officer for Democracy and Human Rights, Louis Busingye and the Executive Director of Rwanda NGO Forum on HIVAIDS,Nooliet Kabanyana were on hand to award some of the winners.
Featured

FEATURED: HDI awards nine journalists for reproductive health coverage

Monday, December 18, 2023
Dancing is a great form of aerobic exercise since it works many muscles in the body. Photo credit Meany Center

Dancing away with covered scars

Sunday, November 26, 2023
In Rwanda, mothers exclusively breastfeed their infants during their first six months by 82.8 percent. Courtesy
Editorial

Breastfeeding is a matter of human rights

Monday, November 13, 2023
Inside the newly launched ‘Mother’s Room’ at BK Headquarters on Wednesday, October 4, aimed to foster an inclusive and supportive workplace. PHOTOS by Craish BAHIZI
Health

How is Rwanda boosting exclusive breastfeeding for working mothers?

Friday, November 10, 2023
The exhibition has been taking place from September 29 at Envision Rwanda and will end on October 7. Courtesy
Art

Contemporary artist on portraying messages of hope, women empowerment in his exhibition

Friday, October 06, 2023
Inside the newly launched ‘Mother’s Room’ at BK Headquarters on Wednesday, October 4, aimed to foster an inclusive and supportive workplace. The room has a fully equipped kitchen, a dedicated private breastfeeding area, baby’s cribs, and a pumping booth. Photos by Craish Bahizi
Featured

PHOTOS: Bank of Kigali elevates workplace inclusivity with launch of ‘Mother’s Room’

Thursday, October 05, 2023
NCBA's mothers room. Courtesy photo
Women

Why public places must have breastfeeding areas

Thursday, October 05, 2023