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Tea pickers work in Nyabihu based tea plantation. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana
People

Do workers in Rwanda know their rights?

Friday, May 01, 2026
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition that affects hormones.

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: The overlooked cause of infertility in women

Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Medics conduct chronic kidney disease (CKD) screening at Butaro Hospital. Photo: Germain Nsanzimana.
Health

Herbal medicine linked to rising kidney cases in Burera

Monday, April 27, 2026
The New Times

Just lace up: How jogging boosts your body and mind

Saturday, April 25, 2026
A woman in consultation. Doctors say couples planning for a child should have preconception care to ensure a healthy start to pregnancy. Net photo.
Health

Why preconception care is essential before starting a family

Saturday, April 04, 2026
Regular alcohol consumption significantly increases the risk of developing PVD. Alcohol enhances oxidative stress and inflammation in the inner lining of blood vessels.

How alcohol affects blood vessels: The link to peripheral vascular disease

Sunday, March 29, 2026
PM Nsengiyumva said Rwanda has saved an estimated $800,000 (approximately Rwf1.17 billion) since 2022 by introducing local kidney transplant services. Courtesy
Health

Over Rwf1bn saved through local kidney transplants

Thursday, March 26, 2026
L-R: Elias Nambaje, a kidney transplant recipient and advocate for kidney health awareness; and Dr. Florence Sibomana, a senior programme officer on non-communicable diseases (NCDs) at PATH, an NGO promoting health equity.
Health

How a kidney transplant saved Nambaje’s life

Saturday, March 14, 2026
RSSB CEO Regis Rugemanshuro and Joanna Bichsel, KASHA’s Founder sign the agreement in Kigali on Wednesday, March 11. Photos by Craish Bahizi
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RSSB partners with KASHA to enable digital access to medicines for RAMA members

Friday, March 13, 2026
Carbohydrates are considered as macronutrients, mainly composed of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen and are the main source of energy for the body, right down to cellular level. 

Know about healthy carbs

Monday, March 09, 2026
Officials launch the new initiative that targets at least 100 people per day to access free early screening for non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Courtesy
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Featured: Mobile clinic targets 30,000 with free diabetes, cancer, HIV screening annually

Wednesday, March 04, 2026
Residents undergo a mass screening exercise for non-communicable diseases during the bi-monthly Kigali Car Free Day mass sports event. Photo by Craish Bahizi.

When high blood sugar attacks the blood vessels

Saturday, February 21, 2026