King Faisal Hospital launches affordable cosmetic surgery week in Kigali
King Faisal Hospital has officially kicked off a special Plastic Surgery Week, offering discounted cosmetic and reconstructive procedures to eligible patients from Monday, July 14, to Friday, July 18. The initiative aims to make advanced beauty and corrective surgeries more accessible to Rwandans seeking to reshape or enhance parts of their bodies. Procedures available include […]
Eswatini’s HIV fight: gains, gaps, and the gender divide unveiled at Kigali AIDS pre-conference
The pre-conference to the International AIDS Society (IAS) 2025 has officially commenced at the Kigali Convention Centre, setting the stage for five days of intensive discussions, critical data revelations, and policy debates surrounding the global HIV/AIDS response. As host nation, Rwanda, a country lauded for its own significant strides in combating HIV, welcomes delegates eager […]
‘Sperm killer’ pills in high demand during Gisenyi weekend parties, says anonymous pharmacist
A confidential source within Gisenyi’s pharmaceutical community has revealed a surge in sales of so-called “sperm killer” pills during a recent weekend of concerts and parties in the lakeside town. The pharmacist, who requested anonymity due to professional sensitivities, noted that these pills, often spermicides or unregulated sexual health products, were purchased in unusually high […]
Wings of change: How drones are Redefining Rwanda’s agriculture and healthcare
In Rwanda’s verdant hills, a quiet revolution is taking flight. Farmers like Jean-Paul Uwimana, who once toiled under the sun, praying for rain and fearing crop diseases, now look to the sky, not for clouds, but for drones. These unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are fundamentally reshaping agriculture and healthcare, positioning Rwanda as a continental leader […]
When going viral turns fatal: The hidden dangers of social media trends
In today’s digital world, social media has become a powerful tool for success, creativity, and connection. Platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube are helping millions—especially young people—build careers, share ideas, and even earn money, all from their smartphones. But alongside the rise of this digital lifestyle comes a darker reality: dangerous trends that have cost […]
Mental health struggles on a rise among Rwanda’s youth
New reports confirm that mental health problems are on the rise among Rwandan youth, with social media use, lingering genocide trauma, and academic pressures contributing significantly. A latest study found that 43% of urban social media-users among youth suffer from severe depression, 38% experience anxiety disorders—and 27% experience deep loneliness, Kwizera Rulinda of Lifeline Rwanda emphasizes “Negative comments on social media often diminish self-esteem and foster harmful thought patterns.” In schools and refugee society, UNICEF funded counsellors report the difficulty […]
Royal Crown hotel launches student-friendly skincare service in Kimironko
The Royal Crown Hotel, located in Kimironko, Gasabo District, has introduced a new facial treatment specifically aimed at university students, particularly young women seeking affordable, professional skincare. The service, launched in June 2025, comes shortly after the hotel’s official opening in May, which was presided over by His Excellency Khalid Musa Dafalla, the Sudanese Ambassador […]
Karongi: New HIV infections surge among sex workers and homosexuals
New HIV infections are on the rise in Rwanda’s Karongi District, particularly among female sex workers and men who have sex with men (MSM), according to statistics from the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC). In Rubengera Sector, an area known for its high number of sex workers, including underage girls, an HIV awareness campaign was recently […]
Authorities prosecute over 100 under 20 for drug involvement
The Rwanda National Police (RNP) has announced that in the past six months, 778 people have been arrested for drug-related offenses, with 114 of them being under the age of 20. Rwanda Police Spokesperson, ACP Boniface Rutikanga, shared this information during an interview on the morning program “Waramutse Rwanda,” which aired on RBA on Thursday, […]
From Service to legacy: Angelina Mushimiyimana’s three decades of care
Angelina Mushimiyimana, now 65, recently concluded three decades of dedicated service as a nurse at Kacyiru District Hospital. Known affectionately in the community as “Mama w’Umutsi,” she gained a strong reputation for her skill in identifying veins and administering injections, even during periods when medical supplies were not always abundant. Born and raised in Kacyiru, […]
