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A medical team posing for a photo at Kibagabaga Hospital. Photo by Jesca Mutamba
Health

Fistula: Why prevention must start before childbirth

Sunday, October 18, 2026
Winners of the All African Independent Film Festival (AAIFF Africa) which concluded at the Centre Culturel Francophone du Rwanda in Kigali on Saturday, October 17. Courtesy

Nigerian film Òkolà lands top prize at Kigali festival

Sunday, October 18, 2026
Jean de la Croix Uwimanimpaye in his farm together with his wife. Uwimanimpaye uses the skills he acquired after he became blind
Education

How hands-on skills are transforming lives of people with visual impairment

Friday, October 16, 2026
Delphine Umurutasate, a mother from Gicumbi District, gave birth to a child who was unable to see but can see today thanks to early treatment
Health

Parents welcome Rwf1bn disability rehabilitation centre

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Healthcare providers, law enforcement, local leaders, and community advocates gathered for a group photo after an impactful discussion focused on harm reduction for people who use drugs. PHOTO/COURTESY.
Featured

Harm reduction can close critical gaps in healthcare for people who use drugs

Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Kigali residents take part in a breast cancer awareness campaign in Kigali. Photo by Craish Bahizi.

Breast cancer: Why women still reach care too late

Monday, October 12, 2026
A display of various habit-forming substances, including alcohol, cigarettes, prescription medications, and illicit drugs.
Health

How early support can protect young people from substance abuse

Monday, October 12, 2026
Participants pose for a photo during the celebration of World Mental Health Day on October 10. Courtesy
Health

People with psychosocial disabilities calls for support as most face loneliness

Sunday, October 11, 2026
Delegates tour an exhibition at the Africa HealthTech Summit in Kigali on Thursday, October 1. Photos by Craish BAHIZI
Health

Mental health care must reach young people where they are: experts

Friday, October 02, 2026
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Health

AI can open door to mental health care, but human support remains vital – psychologist

Thursday, October 01, 2026
Early exposure to substance abuse can have lasting consequences. AI-generated photo.
Health

Experts highlight dangers of early exposure to substance abuse

Monday, September 28, 2026
More than 600,000 women have been screened for cervical cancer as Rwanda expands early detection efforts toward 2027. NetPhoto   
Women

Over 600,000 women screened in cervical cancer drive

Friday, September 18, 2026