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 […]
Ntwari begins recovery after successful shoulder surgery
Kaizer Chiefs and Rwanda national team goalkeeper Fiacre Ntwari has successfully undergone surgery on his shoulder and is expected to be sidelined for around two months. The 26-year-old shot-stopper, who joined Chiefs at the start of last season, has been one of the standout goalkeepers in South African football in recent years. Before his move […]
REG warns 13-hour power outage in three districts
The Rwanda Energy Group (REG) has announced a planned power outage in the districts of Gicumbi, Nyagatare, and Gatsibo, which will last from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with a four-hour outage in parts of Kigali, aimed at expanding electricity networks. In a statement released on November 11, 2025, REG explained that the outage is […]
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 […]
Ngororero: Woman gives birth inside ‘Coaster’ bus
A 22-year-old woman traveling from Muhanga to Rubavu unexpectedly gave birth inside a passenger Coaster bus. The incident occurred on Monday, November 10, 2025, when the woman went into labor while passing through Kazabe Sector in Ngororero District. According to information obtained by IGIHE, the mother-to-be had left Nyamagabe after marriage and was heading to […]
‘Teacher’ Clement, driving instructor, dies after jumping in Muhazi Lake
The Rwanda National Police announced that Iraguha Clement, widely known for teaching people how to drive via social media, died after jumping into Muhazi Lake. Rwanda National Police spokesperson in Kigali City, CIP Wellars Gahonzire, told IGIHE that news of ‘Teacher Clement’s’ death emerged in the evening hours of November 10, 2025. CIP Gahonzire explained, […]
Rulindo: Concern over children dropping out to work in mining
Residents of Rulindo District have raised concerns over children skipping school to work in gemstone mining. Parents from Cyinzuzi Sector told TV1 that their children leave school thinking that the money they earn from mining will make them rich. However, they warned that in the future, these children will need formal education and skills to […]
Amavubi calls up players for training camp including goalkeeper Kwizera Olivier
The Rwanda national football team coach, Adel Amrouche, has called up players to attend a training camp scheduled for this week, including goalkeeper Kwizera Olivier. The 25-player squad was released by the Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Among the three goalkeepers called for the technical camp is Kwizera Olivier, who was […]
Southern Province recorded 53 deaths in three months due to road accidents
The Rwanda National Police has reported that 65 road accidents occurred in the Southern Province over the past three months, claiming the lives of 53 people. Kamonyi District accounted for the highest number of accidents and fatalities during this period. The figures were shared during the launch of the “Turindane Tugereyo Amahoro” (Protect Each Other, […]