Rwanda: Parliament Calls for Inquiry Into Gender Disparity in Job Applications

Women account for a far smaller percentage of job applicants compared to men in public service, the lower chamber of Parliament has exposed. It called for an inquiry into the… Read more »

Rwanda: Bk Foundation, Inkomoko, Empower Women Entrepreneurs in 8th Edition of Bk Urumuri Initiative

BK Foundation, in partnership with Inkomoko, is thrilled to announce the commencement of the 8th edition of the BK Urumuri Initiative. This groundbreaking six-month business… Read more »

Rwanda: Antenatal Depression - Why Pregnant Women Need Support

Antenatal depression, also known as depression during pregnancy, is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition for women. Symptoms may include sadness, sleep problems,… Read more »

Rwanda: IWD - Bank of Kigali Urges Women to 'Unleash Business Potential' At Gala Dinner

Bank of Kigali (BK) hosted an International Women's Day gala dinner on Friday, March 8 at the Kigali Convention Centre. The event created a joyful atmosphere for women to… Read more »

Rwanda: Women Make Up 15% of PhD Holders in Rwanda - Report

Women account for a small share of academic staff at the higher education level, including those holding PhD degrees, despite occupying most of the teaching jobs in primary… Read more »

Rwanda: Why Educating Adolescents On Sexual Consent Is Crucial

In today's evolving society, conversations around sexual consent are gaining traction. One important focus is educating adolescents and teenagers about the true meaning of consent,… Read more »

Rwanda: Women Own More Agricultural Land Than Men in Rwanda - Report

Women in Rwanda should utilize and make use of agricultural land given that they own 2,158,221 parcels in agriculture while men own 1,272,133 parcels as of 2023, according to the… Read more »

Africa: Roses Are Red, Violets Are Blue, Women Need Equality

As we prepare to celebrate the International Women's Day (IWD) on March 8, we need to keep in mind what the day is about and how we can make the most of it. And yes, it is not… Read more »

Rwanda: Breastfeeding Woes - Coping With Mastitis

The issue of mastitis, an inflammation (swelling) in the breast that is usually caused by an infection, has gained attention as more people share their experiences with this… Read more »

Rwanda: 'Side By Side' Exhibition to Showcase East African Women's Art

Impundu Arts Center, a local art curation house, is set to host the "Side by Side" group exhibition from February 3 to 18 to provide a platform for women artists, enhancing their… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Introduces Multiple Micronutrient Supplementation for Pregnant Women

Rwanda has initiated antenatal Multiple Micronutrient Supplementation (MMS) for pregnant women, aiming to enhance maternal nutritional status and further mitigate the risk of… Read more »

Rwanda: Young Women and Girls Face Higher HIV Risk - UN Report

Young women and girls are more than twice as likely to contract HIV as young men and boys, a new report indicates. Read more »

Rwanda: How Vulnerable Women's Livelihoods Are Improving Under a UN Women Scheme

Pacifique Twizeyemariya was a street vendor, who used to hawk some bundles of a vegetable locally called 'dodo' (amaranth) valued at Rwf1,000, in Muhanga city, Southern Province of… Read more »

Rwanda: IGIRE Ubaka Ejo Joins Fight Against Gender-Based Violence in Gasabo District

In line with the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), an annual international campaign that kicked off on November 25 and runs until December 10, IGIRE Ubaka… Read more »

Rwanda: New Initiative Launched to Combat GBV

As part of the 16 Days of Activism campaign, Paper Crown Rwanda, a feminist Rwandan non-profit organization, on December 6, launched the Community of Feminist Practice (COPF). Read more »

Rwanda: COP28 - Women Bear the Brunt of Climate Change in Rwanda

More finance is needed to enhance women's resilience, as research has demonstrated that they are the group most impacted by climate change, Rwanda's Minister of Environment, Jeanne… Read more »

Africa: Francophonie Women Leaders Begin Peace Course in Rwanda

Women leaders from 17 countries on Monday, December 4, began a course that aims at increasing the representation, and meaningful participation of women in leadership roles in… Read more »

Rwanda: A Look at the Increase of Women in Mining

The increase in women in the mining industry is a result of a deliberate change in the culture and policies of the sector. Mining was traditionally dominated by men because of its… Read more »

Rwanda: Cricket - Rwanda Handed Tough Draw in Women's World Cup Qualifiers

Rwanda's women cricket team have been drawn in a difficult group ahead of the 2024 Cricket ICC T20 Women's World Cup qualifiers slated for which December 7-18 in Kampala, Uganda. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Commended for Advancing Women's Land Rights

Rwanda's efforts in advancing women's land rights have been applauded by officials at the ongoing fifth edition of the Conference on Land Policy in Africa (CLPA), that started on… Read more »

Rwanda: REG Coach Eyes Podium Finish at Africa Women's Basketball League

Rwanda Energy Group (REG) women basketball club coach Esperance Mukaneza has vowed to guide her team to a podium finish at the forthcoming FIBA Africa Women's Basketball Africa… Read more »

Rwanda/Egypt: Sitting Volleyball World Cup - Rwanda Women Edge Hosts Egypt

Rwanda women put in an incredible performance of so far this campaign after registering their second win of the ongoing 2023 World Para Volley Sitting Volleyball World Cup thanks… Read more »

Rwanda: New Initiative to Promote Women in Cycling

Ndabaga, a Kigali-based Women's Cycling Team, and the local cycling Cycling governing body (Ferwacy) earlier this week jointly launched an ambitious programme aimed at promoting… Read more »

Rwanda: How is Rwanda Boosting Exclusive Breastfeeding By Working Mothers?

Breastfeeding as recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) is the most cost-effective way to reduce childhood morbidity such as obesity, hypertension and gastroenteritis,… Read more »

Africa: FIBA Africa Women's Championship Rebrands

The FIBA Africa Champions Cup for Women, a competition that features top clubs across the continent has rebranded to Africa Women's Basketball League (AWBL) as part of officials'… Read more »