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Joan Mbabazi

Joan Mbabazi

Hantavirus antibody blood test. Detects antibodies to the hantavirus, indicating past or current hantavirus infection. (Photo by Wladimir Bulgar/Science Photo Li / WBU / Science Photo Library via AFP)

Hantavirus: Rare rodent-borne virus linked to severe disease

Thursday, May 07, 2026

South Africa health officials on May 6, confirmed that two passengers from the MV Hondius cruise ship tested positive for the Andes strain of hantavirus.

Hantavirus: South Africa confirms cases

Wednesday, May 06, 2026

Washing hands properly with soap and water is the most effective method.

Experts warn decline in hand hygiene may increase infection risks

Wednesday, May 06, 2026

Louise Kamanyana a midwife practicing in Rwanda. Courtesy

A midwife’s mission to bring new life into the world

Wednesday, May 06, 2026

Saidath Gato, a midwife now with 15 years of experience, currently works for Partners In Health Rwanda. Courtesy

She became a midwife after her neighbour died in childbirth

Tuesday, May 05, 2026

A midwife cares for a premature baby in a neonatal care unit at Kirehe Hospital. Courtesy

Rwanda’s midwifery workforce grows to 2,400 amid high targets

Tuesday, May 05, 2026

Diane Murekatete chose software engineering because of her interest in problem-solving and how technology supports daily life.

How one woman is finding her footing in the tech sector, inspiring others

Saturday, May 02, 2026

Chief Gender Monitor Nadine Umutoni Gatsinzi said many cases of sexual harassment in workplaces go unreported because of fear, stigma, and possible retaliation.

Women still face gaps despite workplace equality gains – official

Saturday, May 02, 2026

Women in Rwanda continue to spend more time than men on unpaid care and household work. Courtesy

What's being done to ease unpaid care burden on women

Thursday, April 30, 2026

The most common names registered for children in Rwanda are Ineza for girls and Ishimwe for boys. Craish Bahizi

Here are 10 most common Rwandan baby names

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

The World Health Organization (WHO) has approved the first malaria treatment made for newborns and very young infants. Courtesy

First malaria drug for newborns gets WHO approval

Monday, April 27, 2026

Community Health Workers supply mosquito nets to residents of Fumbwe Sector, Rwamagana District this month. Photo by RBC media.

Where the malaria fight begins: Inside the community health frontlines

Saturday, April 25, 2026

Grey Crowned Crane population recovery has been driven by a combination of policy decisions, habitat restoration and community action that has gradually changed how wetlands are managed and protected. Net photo

How Rwanda turned the tide for its grey crowned cranes

Saturday, April 25, 2026

Students showcase projects in robotics and artificial intelligence on February 21. Photo: Craish Bahizi.

Women in science, technology push for mentorship, access to resources

Thursday, April 23, 2026

Regional Director for Africa, Professor Mohamed Yakub Janabi.

Rwanda to help shape WHO Africa health strategy — Regional Director

Thursday, April 23, 2026

A worker during an indoor spraying as part of a malaria prevention campaign in Bugesera. File

Malaria response focuses on high-burden districts

Monday, April 20, 2026

Porters carry food commodities in Kigali. Photo by Craish Bahizi.

Experts share tips on ways to navigate rising prices

Monday, April 20, 2026

Workers sort fresh avocados for export at the National Agricultural Export Development Board Warehouse in Kigali. File

China seen as key alternative as Rwanda’s export markets weaken

Saturday, April 18, 2026