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Farmers spraying pesticides in a maize plantation in Musanze. File
Agriculture

New agriculture law lays out measures to control pests

Thursday, October 15, 2026
An Ebola virus-positive blood sample, gloved hand, laboratory background, microscope, red fluid.
Health

Kenya confirms second case of Ebola virus

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Dr François-Régis Cyiza, Director of the Health Facilities Programmes Unit in RBC's Maternal, Child and Community Health Division, speaks to the journalists. Courtesy
Health

RBC moves to expand legal abortion services nationwide

Thursday, October 15, 2026
Pupils attend class at Bright Kids school in Nyarugenge District. File
Education

Communities welcome new rules allowing schools in residential areas

Thursday, October 15, 2026
The forum was part of activities marking October as Rwanda’s month dedicated to unity and resilience.
Featured

Unity, resilience forum urges truth-telling to confront Genocide ideology

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Officials and delegates at a three-day international symposium running from October 13 to 15 at Serena Hotel in Kigali. Photo by Elvis Ndateba
Featured

Rwanda’s stunting fight: Experts seek missing ingredients for faster progress

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Trace elements are essential minerals, which are needed by the body in small amounts to support vital functions of the body like metabolism, immune response to infections, repair of damaged tissues

Importance of trace elements in body

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Prof. Joseph Mucumbitsi, Chief Consultant Paediatrician and Cardiologist at King Faisal Hospital (KFH) and Deva Medical Center. Courtesy.
Health

Why some patients shun care for chronic diseases

Wednesday, October 14, 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
The United Nations General Assembly on Monday, October 12, adopted a political declaration calling for stronger health systems. Courtesy
Rwanda

UN adopts Rwanda-backed declaration on pandemic prevention, response

Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Vitamins are organic molecules that help the body in its growth, functioning and metabolism. Internet

Beware of vitamin deficiencies

Tuesday, October 13, 2026
East African lawmakers are calling for coordinated action to improve the diagnosis and treatment of haemophilia
Health

EAC lawmakers seek better access to haemophilia treatment

Monday, October 12, 2026