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Sam Tuzabonimana is soft-spoken but focused. He is on his way to fulfilling his dream of becoming a dental surgeon. (Photo/Evan Frilingos)

A student’s freedom to dream benefits his country

Friday, August 14, 2026
Health Minister Dr Sabin Nsanzimana interacts with doctors at the University Teaching Hospital of Butare (CHUB).
Health

CHUB: How new cancer centre is bringing care closer to patients

Thursday, August 13, 2026
Veterinarians treat a dog at New Vision Veterinary Hospital in Nyarutarama, Kigali. Courtesy
Health

Inside Kigali’s specialised hospital for dogs and cats

Monday, August 10, 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
Health

China-Rwanda medical partnership expands access to specialised care

Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the final before a crowd of 80,663 fans, securing their second FIFA World Cup title. Photo Courtesy

How football world reacted to Spain's World Cup triumph

Monday, July 20, 2026
The procedure was carried out on a Rwandan man on Wednesday, July 8, by surgeons Dr. Fan Guidong and Dr. Yin Tao, alongside other members of their surgical team.
Health

Chinese doctors perform advanced hernia surgery at Masaka Hospital

Wednesday, July 08, 2026
Doctors conduct free heart surgery for children at King Faisal Hospital in Kigali on June 15. Photo by Craish BAHIZI

What Rwanda’s health system has become after three decades

Tuesday, July 07, 2026
Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) medical personnel conduct eye screenings at Nyagatare Hospital during the nationwide free medical outreach campaign under the Defence and Security Citizen Outreach Programme 2026. The initiative concluded on July 4 at Munini Hospital in Nyaruguru District as Rwanda marked the 32nd Liberation Day (Kwibohora 32). According to the statistics, more than 30,000 people across the country received free treatment for various illnesses, including over 8,000 patients who benefited from services at Munini Hospital. Courtesy.
Rwanda

The meaning of liberation, rewritten in sight and dignity

Monday, July 06, 2026
Medical experts caution that prolonged hospital stays and extensive diagnostic investigations are not always necessary. File.
Health

Questions mount over hospital admissions, prescriptions and rising healthcare costs

Tuesday, June 30, 2026
President Kagame meets with Garreth Wood, Chairman of The Wood Foundation, and David Knoop, CEO of The Wood Foundation Africa at Village Urugwiro on Wednesday June 24. Photo by Village Urugwiro.
Economy

Kagame, Wood Foundation leaders discuss investments in tea sector

Thursday, June 25, 2026
Doctor Jean de Dieu Nsanzimana is a Rwandan general surgeon undergoing specialised training in Israel. Courtesy
Health

Meet Rwandan surgeon preparing to bring specialised heart care home

Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Rwanda Defence Force officers donate cows to residents of Kirehe District as part of the 2026 Defence and Security Citizen Outreach Programme. According to officials, more than 900 vulnerable families in Eastern Province are set to benefit from livestock donations. Courtesy
Rwanda

Defence outreach: Kirehe residents welcome livestock donations

Monday, June 22, 2026