Over 12,000 people visit Nyungwe National Park in six months
Nyungwe National Park, located in southwestern Rwanda and connected to Burundi’s Kibira National Park, has welcomed over 12,000 visitors in the past six months. The park, covering 1,019 km², employs more than 300 residents. Of the visitors, 41% were Rwandans, 5% were residents from other parts of Rwanda, and 49% were international tourists. Among foreign […]
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 […]
Rwanda sets new goal to cut pollution and protect the environment
Rwanda has announced a new and stronger plan to fight climate change. The government now aims to cut its pollution by 53% by the year 2035, compared to the old goal of 38%. This means the country wants to produce much less harmful gas that causes global warming. Officials from the Rwanda Environment Management Authority […]
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, […]
Experts warn of rising mental health issues among children
Mental health specialists have raised concerns over a growing emotional and psychological crisis among children, citing long parental working hours and uncontrolled access to technology as major factors. Many parents spend extended hours at work, limiting emotional bonding with their children. Meanwhile, rapid digital expansion, particularly social media, exposes young people to inappropriate content, affecting […]
Gakenke youth urged to take active role in environmental protection
Youth in Gakenke District, Northern Province, have been called upon to actively engage in environmental conservation and community development activities. Marie Thérèse Uwamahoro, Deputy Mayor in charge of Social Affairs, appealed the closing of the Monthly Community Service (Umuganda) on October 30, 2025. She highlighted that youth participation is crucial for national cleanliness, environmental sustainability, […]
Nyarubuye Health Centre to be upgraded to hospital-level services
The Government of Rwanda, through the Ministry of Emergency Management (MINEMA) in collaboration with the Government of Denmark and the World Bank, has officially launched the expansion of Nyarubuye Health Centre in Kirehe District. The facility will be upgraded to a “Medicalized Health Centre,” capable of offering services similar to those provided in hospitals. The […]
Zaria Court Hotel staff donate blood to support hospitals
On November 4, 2025, the staff of Zaria Court Hotel organized a blood donation drive to support patients in various hospitals, encouraging other institutions to follow their example. Christine Uwera, the Human Resources Director at Zaria Court Hotel, explained that the idea for the blood drive came from recognizing that blood is one of the […]
MINISANTE launches new technology to strengthen epidemic surveillance in Rwanda
The Ministry of Health, through the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC), has officially launched a new digital system known as e-IDSR (Electronic Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response), designed to enhance the country’s ability to monitor and report epidemic-prone diseases. The system will facilitate the collection of real-time information on diseases affecting humans, livestock, and wild animals, […]
