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 […]
Rwanda Fertilizer Company launches three new fertilizer types adapted to local soils
Rwanda Fertilizer Company Ltd (RFC), a local fertilizer manufacturer, has unveiled three new types of fertilizer designed to improve agricultural productivity while reducing the country’s reliance on imported fertilizers. The launch took place on November 10, 2025, and was attended by the Minister of State in the Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources, Dr. Ndabamenye […]
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 […]
Drought challenges farmers in Eastern Province (Nyagatare)
In Nyagatare District, prolonged dry seasons are making life harder for small-scale farmers. The once fertile lands are now experiencing unpredictable rainfall, threatening maize and bean production. “Last year, we harvested only half of what we expected,” says farmer Alphonsine Mukamana. To adapt, the community has started using rainwater harvesting tanks and drought-resistant crops like […]
There is an urgent need for Early Childhood Development
Early childhood development (ECD) is about giving young children the best start in life. It involves providing love, care, and opportunities for play and exploration, which are essential for learning and overall growth. The early years are critical for brain development, and missed opportunities during this time can have lasting effects on a child’s future […]
How weather and climate information is transforming bean farming in Rwanda
Bean farmers across Rwanda are increasingly turning to weather and climate information to guide key agricultural decisions, helping them adapt to unpredictable rainfall and shifting growing seasons. With support from the Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board (RAB) and Meteo Rwanda, working alongside partners such as the International Center for Tropical Agriculture, farmers are […]
AUTO24 supplies 35 eco-friendly vehicles to support green transport
AUTO24, one of Rwanda’s leading importers of environmentally friendly vehicles, has delivered 35 electric-powered cars to Treize Ride, a public transport company, marking a major step toward reducing emissions in the country’s transport sector. Road transport remains the single largest contributor to air pollution in Rwanda, responsible for about 34 percent of greenhouse gas emissions. […]
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 […]
