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Uganda's health ‌minister declared the country Ebola-free on Tuesday, July 28. Courtesy

Uganda announces end of Ebola outbreak

Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Some patients wait for services at Masaka Hospital on n October 13, 2022. More older Rwandans are seeking medical care for memory loss. Photo by Craish BAHIZI

More older Rwandans seek care for memory problems linked to dementia

Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Dr Emmanuel Nshimiyumuremyi screening a pregnant woman. File

Why eight prenatal visits matter for mothers and babies

Tuesday, July 28, 2026

A scientist sorting some medical marijuana leaves in a plantation farm. File

Cabinet approves concession agreement for high-value therapeutic crops project

Monday, July 27, 2026

AI-generated illustration depicting four young people engaged in different digital activities: one watching a film with headphones, another playing an online game, a third scrolling through social media, and a fourth browsing online betting websites.

Can a digital detox improve your health?

Monday, July 27, 2026

First Lady Jeannette Kagame delivers her remarks at Solid Africa's 15th anniversary celebration on Friday, July 24, in Kigali. She called for greater recognition of nutrition as a cornerstone of healthcare. All photos by Olivier Mugwiza

PHOTOS: 'Medicine alone is not enough': First Lady calls for nutrition at the heart of patient care

Saturday, July 25, 2026

Children who undergo mental health treatment at CARAES Ndera Neuropsychiatric Teaching Hospital's child mental health unit. Courtesy

Family disputes fuelling children's mental health crisis - experts

Thursday, July 23, 2026

American philanthropist Bill Gates addresses delegates during the inaugural Paul Farmer Butaro Dialogues on Health Equity and Innovation on Wednesday, July 22. Courtesy

Bill Gates urges early AI rollout in Africa to narrow health gap

Thursday, July 23, 2026

First Lady Jeannette Kagame delivers remarks during the inaugural Paul Farmer Butaro Dialogues on Health Equity and Innovation held at the University of Global Health Equity (UGHE), on Wednesday, July 22.

First Lady says solutions to maternal deaths exist, delivery is the problem

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Bill Gates and other delegates at the inaugural Paul Farmer Butaro Dialogues on Health Equity and Innovation held at the University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) in Butaro on Wednesday, July 22. RBA

Bill Gates in Butaro for dialogue on maternal, child health

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Delegates during the inaugural Paul Farmer Butaro Dialogues on Health Equity and Innovation on Wednesday, July 22. Courtesy

Paul Farmer remembered for expanding healthcare in Rwanda

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Dr Eulade Rugengamanzi, a clinical oncologist and Director General of Butaro Level II Teaching Hospital

Oncologist warns of rising stomach cancer in young people

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Chinese Ambassador to Rwanda Gao Wenqi speaks at the launch of a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) clinic at Kibungo Hospital in Ngoma District. Courtesy

China-Rwanda medical partnership expands access to specialised care

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

American philanthropist and billionaire Bill Gates visited TKMD Syringes Manufacturing to on Monday, July 20.

Bill Gates tours Rwamagana projects expanding access to healthcare

Monday, July 20, 2026

Last week, the government released new guidelines on homemade beverages, requiring village approval for those who make them. File

Why homemade beverages now require village approval

Monday, July 20, 2026

Experts say that prolonged loneliness and social isolation can trigger chronic stress, which increases the body’s production of stress hormones that are harmful to the cardiovascular system.

How loneliness increases risk of heart disease

Saturday, July 18, 2026

The City of Kigali and Rotary Club officials pose for a group photo during the launch of the Kigali Cancer Walk 2026 on July 15.

City of Kigali, Rotary launch $5m drive for SPECT cancer scanner

Thursday, July 16, 2026

Global cancer cases could reach nearly 35 million a year by 2050.Courtesy

Cancer cases could reach 35 million a year by 2050, WHO says

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Production of homemade beverages such as traditional beer urwagwa will now have to be approved by village health committees. Courtesy

Homemade beverages now require village approval under new rules

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

A medic conduct eye screening at Gira ubuzima Health Post in Burera District. Photo File

Health posts to offer more services, officials say

Sunday, July 12, 2026