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Vaccines and biologics need to be stored within a narrow temperature range, typically between 2°C and 8°C, from production to administration. File

The cost of cold chain failures in global health delivery

Friday, April 17, 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
Doctors at CHUK perform Rwanda’s first surgery on epilepsy patient on February 8. Courtesy

Epilepsy caregivers need care too

Thursday, March 26, 2026
Traffic jams are becoming an increasingly problematic issue in Kigali. Photo by Craish BAHIZI

What is the outlook for urban mobility in Kigali?

Wednesday, March 25, 2026
BNR Chief Economist Thierry Kalisa. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Business

Banks report improved loan repayments across major sectors

Monday, March 23, 2026
Vivens Uwizeyimana, the founder of Umurava, was among the finalists in Hanga Pitchfest 2023.
Business

How Rwanda’s startups are overcoming barriers to grow

Monday, March 23, 2026
Children at Ihumure Houses initiated by SOS Children’s Villages Rwanda. Photos by Craish BAHIZI
Featured

Ihumure Houses: Therapeutic spaces helping street-connected children rebuild their lives

Wednesday, March 18, 2026
The 2025 survey indicates that 8% of girls aged 15–19 have ever been pregnant, compared with about 5% reported in the 201920 survey. File
Health

Teen pregnancy rises to 8% as experts warn of growing risks

Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Jean-Guy Afrika, the Chief Executive Officer of the Rwanda Development Board (RDB), speaks during a panel discussion at the forum on March 11. Courtesy
Business

Outdated risk narratives still haunt Africa’s investment appeal - experts

Sunday, March 15, 2026
Vestine Hategekimana
Health

Inside Gicumbi’s struggle to break cycle of child stunting

Thursday, March 12, 2026
Chief Executive Officer of the Kigali International Financial Centre, Hortense Mudenge, during her presentation at the openining session of at the Inclusive FinTech Forum, on March 11. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Finance

Africa seeks financial sovereignty amid global shifts

Thursday, March 12, 2026