RBC warns that one in two people with diabetes is unaware of their condition
The Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC) has reminded Rwandans of the importance of regular health checkups after new research revealed that 44% of people living with diabetes globally are unaware of their condition. The study, conducted by Lauryn Stafford from the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington and published in September […]
Kigali to open modern heart treatment and research center by 2026
Rwanda and Egypt have announced plans to launch a state-of-the-art heart treatment and research center in Kigali by 2026, which is expected to become a regional hub for advanced cardiovascular care. The Magdi Yacoub Heart Centre (MY Heart Centre) began construction in late 2021, following the groundbreaking ceremony officiated by First Lady Jeannette Kagame at […]
Non-Communicable diseases accounted for 47.7% of deaths in Rwanda in 2024
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) have continued to be the leading cause of death in Rwanda, accounting for 47.7% of all registered deaths in 2024, according to the latest data from the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR). The figure represents an increase from 46% in 2023, highlighting a growing health burden from diseases such as […]
Residents of Bugaragara praise new ultrasound service for expectant mothers
Residents of Bugaragara in Rwimiyaga Sector, Nyagatare District, have expressed excitement over the introduction of a new ultrasound service that allows expectant mothers to determine the sex of their unborn babies. According to Imvaho Nshya, many residents described the service as a remarkable sign of progress and modernity—something they had only heard about in urban […]
New veterinarians urged to speed up service delivery
The Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources, in partnership with the Rwanda Veterinary Council, has called on newly registered veterinary professionals to accelerate service delivery through the government-led initiative known as the “Veterinary Sanitary Mandate,” which aims to improve collaboration between livestock farmers and private veterinary practitioners. This call was made during a ceremony held […]
ISANGE service seceives over 700 survivors of abuse annually
Staff at ISANGE One Stop Center at Kabgayi Hospital told Members of Parliament that over the past three years, the service has assisted 2,271 survivors of abuse. This information was shared during a visit by members of the Rwandan Women’s Parliamentary Forum (FFRP) and the Parliamentary Forum on Social Welfare and Development (RPRPD) to Muhanga […]
King Faisal Hospital to begin offering dental implants in Rwanda
King Faisal Hospital (KFH) announced that it will start providing dental implant services, marking a major advancement in oral healthcare in Rwanda. Dr. Madeleine Uwamahoro, a dental specialist at KFH, explained that dental implants differ from traditional dentures, as they replace the tooth starting from the root, providing a permanent solution. The procedure involves placing […]
Huye: More than 300 people with visual impairments receive white canes
In Huye District’s Tumba Sector, Rwanda joined the rest of the world on Friday, November 7, 2025, to celebrate International White Cane Day at the national level, where more than 300 visually impaired people were provided with white canes, an essential tool that helps them navigate daily life independently. The event brought together visually impaired […]
The Illusion of Connection: How social media shapes identity
In modern society, social media has become one of the most influential communication platforms. It connects people across the world within seconds, allowing users to share thoughts, images, and daily experiences instantly. Yet the connection it creates is not always real or meaningful. While social media appears to bring individuals closer, it often creates distance […]
Aline Gahongayire launches campaign to fight diabetes after personal diagnosis
Rwandan gospel artist Aline Gahongayire has launched a campaign to raise awareness about diabetes, a disease she was recently diagnosed with and warned could lead to severe complications, including amputation. The campaign, which began in November 2025—the month dedicated globally to diabetes awareness—coincides with World Diabetes Day on November 14. In an interview with IGIHE, […]
