Rwanda: Is a Lockdown Possible? Eight Key Questions About the Marburg Virus Answered

As Rwanda continues to strengthen measures to tame the Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) outbreak, several questions about the deadly Viral Haemorrhagic Fever (VHF) remain on the minds… Read more »

Rwanda: 80% of Marburg Cases Are Healthcare Workers, Says Minister

Healthcare workers account for more than 80 percent of the confirmed cases of the Marburg virus disease, Minister of Health Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana said during a press briefing on… Read more »

Rwanda: Marburg Outbreak - School Visits Suspended

The Ministry of Education has temporarily suspended monthly visits to students in boarding schools as part of measures to prevent the spread of the Marburg virus disease (MVD), a… Read more »

Rwanda: How Rwanda's Family Planning Methods Transformed Maternal, Child Health

Rwanda's family planning use increased from 10 percent in 2000 to 64 percent by 2020, according to latest statistics from the Rwanda Demographic and Health Survey. Read more »

Rwanda: Marburg Virus - Dealing With Misconceptions, Myths and Misinformation

Any outbreak of an epidemic is likely to cause panic in society and fear within the population - driven by a barrage of information shared across digital platforms, some of which… Read more »

Rwanda: Handwashing Stations Activated in Public Spaces to Prevent Marburg Virus Spread

Handwashing facilities have been activated and new ones set up at the entrances of main buildings, markets, shops, restaurants in Kigali to contain the spread of Marburg virus… Read more »

Rwanda: Death Toll From Marburg Virus Reaches Nine

The Ministry of Health has reported that the death toll from the Marburg virus has increased to nine on Monday, September 30, up from eight fatalities reported on Sunday. Read more »

Rwanda: Marburg Outbreak - Correctional Facilities Adhering to General Guidelines, Says Official

Rwanda Correctional Services (RCS) issued no special guidelines for prisons countrywide besides those already issued by the Ministry of Health after the confirmation of an outbreak… Read more »

Rwanda: WHO Readies Critical Response to Help Halt Marburg Spread in Rwanda

The World Health Organisation (WHO) is readying medical support to Rwanda to help the country halt the outbreak of Marburg virus disease (MVD), a haemorrhagic fever which, as of… Read more »

Rwanda: Stepping Up Vigilance Against Marburg Is for Collective Good

The outbreak of Marburg in Rwanda is a stark reminder of the fragile nature of our health and the importance of preparedness for such public health emergencies. Read more »

Rwanda: How Is Rwanda Faring in Fight Against Mpox?

Two months after Rwanda confirmed its first cases of mpox, the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC) continues to intensify prevention and treatment efforts nationwide. Read more »

Rwanda: Exploring Impact of Covid-19 On Heart Health

year-old healthy man, who had a mild Covid infection a year ago, experienced sudden discomfort one morning. After arriving at the hospital, he was suspected of having coronary… Read more »

Africa: Africa Must Own Its Biodiversity Conservation Agenda

In the next two months, two major global conferences will draw every member of the United Nations to discuss climate related challenges that the world and Africa in particular is… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Launches Mpox Vaccination Drive

The Ministry of Health on September 19 announced that it launched an Mpox vaccination campaign for health workers, cross-border business operators, hospitality workers, and other… Read more »

Rwanda: 'Mbaza' GBV Information Platform Hits 100,000 Visitors

More than 100,000 individuals had by Monday evening engaged with the 'Mbaza' USSD GBV Information Chatbot, utilising its services over 500,000 times. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda, EU Ink Rwf60bn Deal to Boost Nascent Pharmaceutical Sector

The Rwandan government on Tuesday, September 17 announced a new round of €40 million - about Rwf60 billion - financing in grants by the European Union in a bid to increase… Read more »

Rwanda: Nurses Trained to Handle GBV, Child Abuse Cases

To enhance nurses' skills in handling and preserving evidence for gender-based violence (GBV) and child abuse cases, 96 nurses from 48 hospitals across the country convened in the… Read more »

Rwanda: Kagame, Pfizer CEO Discuss Partnerships

President Paul Kagame met with Dr. Albert Bourla, Chairman and CEO of global pharmaceutical company Pfizer, to discuss partnerships, with a focus on expanding equitable access to… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Steps Up Mental Health Efforts to Combat Suicide

Rwanda joined the global community on September 10 to commemorate World Suicide Prevention Day, under the theme "Changing the Narrative on Suicide." Read more »

Rwanda: Rwandans Urged to Double Efforts in Combating Rising Air Pollution

Industrial emissions, vehicle exhausts, and poor waste management--such as biomass burning--are driving an increase in air pollutants, according to the Minister of Environment,… Read more »

Rwanda: HIV Prevalence Among People Who Use Drugs Is Three Times Higher - Study

The HIV prevalence among individuals who inject drugs is at 9%--three times higher than the 3% rate in the general population, The New Times has learnt. Read more »

Rwanda: Thousands of Students Return to School Amid Mpox Precautions

As students headed back to school for the beginning of the 2024-2025 academic year, health measures have in place to ensure a safe return amidst the mpox outbreak. Read more »

Rwanda: Is Eating Healthy, Nutritious Foods Becoming a Costly Affair?

As the world convenes in Rwanda for the Africa Food Systems Forum (AFS Forum) to discuss practical ways of transforming African food systems by unleashing their full potential, one… Read more »

Rwanda: How Empowering Police Officers Amplifies Breast Cancer Awareness Campaigns

The recent opportunity to engage with 500 policewomen and men in Rwanda was not just a breakthrough for BCIEA's awareness campaign, but a significant amplification of our core… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwandan Doctors Talk New Surrogacy Law, Hope for Infertile Couples

The recent publication of the revised Law on Persons and Family, which formally recognises surrogacy and provides guidelines on its practice, has set the stage for the procedure's… Read more »