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Genocide survivor Irma Ihumure has become increasingly open about her own story, providing a platform for women survivors to share their experiences in “Voices of Hope”, a 30-part series. Photos by Christianne Murengerantwari
Kwibuka

Genocide survivor Irma Ihumure on healing power of storytelling

Thursday, May 09, 2024
Pauline Okumu, National Director of World Vision Rwanda delivers remarks as World Vision Rwanda unveiled its Youth Ready program in Kigali on Friday, April 26.. All photos by Craish Bahizi
Featured

FEATURED: World Vision's ‘Youth Ready’ initiative to empower 8,000 agents of change

Monday, April 29, 2024
Specialists on mental health during an outreach program to meet residents upcountry for raising awareness on mental health issues. Courtesy
Health

Coping with miscarriage: Navigating mental health challenges amidst loss

Thursday, April 25, 2024
A volunteer comforts a victim during a past commemoration event at Murambi Genocide Memorial in Nyamagabe District. The 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi caused severe psychological and emotional wounds, leading to depression, anxiety, and social phobia, among survivors. File photo
Kwibuka

Kwibuka: Coping with mental effects as a Genocide survivor

Monday, April 15, 2024
S.A.R.A.H, a Smart AI Resource Assistant for Health. INTERNET PHOTO
Technology

Five things to know about SARAH, WHO’s first AI health promoter

Friday, April 12, 2024
Heritier Bahizi and Patrick Nzabonimpa pose for a photo with representatives of GiZ, UNESCO, MINICT and Afrimedia during the awarding ceremony on March 26 at Hotel Sainte Famille.
Technology

New Times journalists win Rwanda’s first-ever AI journalist challenge

Wednesday, March 27, 2024
The event was organised by Solid Minds, a counselling clinic and independent outpatient centre for mental healthcare, research, and training, based in Kigali.
Featured

FEATURED: Solid Minds, Mastercard Foundation partner to revolutionise mental health support for students in Africa

Friday, March 15, 2024
A content creator employs Adobe Photoshop's AI enhancer to edit basketball photos, transforming them with ease. ALL PHOTOS BY Willy Mucyo.
Technology

Gen AI implementation in Rwanda: Game-changer or cause for concern?

Friday, February 23, 2024
Clinicians, therapists, and researchers indicate that using an AI-powered chatbot can result in higher engagement and adherence compared to traditional methods. For instance, users of Wysa, Photo by Craish Bahizi
Health

Mental health: Can AI-powered chatbots enhance access to care, combat stigma?

Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Female genital mutilation (FGM), also known as female circumcision or cutting, and by other terms, such as Sunna, gudniin, halalays, tahur, megrez and khitan. Internet
Women

Empowerment Over Tradition: The fight against female genital mutilation

Tuesday, February 06, 2024
Some women with disabilities who are beneficiaries of UNABU organization in Bugesera District. Courtesy
Women

A look at healthcare hurdles women with disabilities face

Monday, February 05, 2024
Children with disabilities play at Jordan Foundation in Karuruma, Gasabo District. FILE
Health

Why support is crucial for parents of autistic children

Friday, January 26, 2024