President Paul Kagame and philanthropist Bill Gates on Monday reaffirmed Rwanda’s long-standing partnership with the Gates Foundation, with talks focusing on healthcare, agriculture, artificial intelligence […]
Category: Health
Rotary launches $5 million campaign to bring Rwanda’s first SPECT scanner
The Rotary Clubs of Rwanda have launched a $5 million fundraising campaign to acquire the country’s first Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) scanner, a […]
Rwanda’s health data revolution draws interest from African countries
Seven African countries are studying Rwanda’s use of digital technology and artificial intelligence in healthcare as they seek new ways to improve health planning, monitor […]
Rwanda showcases AI health intelligence model to African experts
Rwanda is showcasing its artificial intelligence-powered health intelligence system to experts from seven African countries as governments across the continent step up efforts to strengthen […]
New diagnostic machines bolster Rwanda’s outbreak response
Rwanda has strengthened its ability to detect Ebola and other infectious diseases after receiving four advanced diagnostic machines capable of delivering test results in less […]
Health Ministry warns of methanol-tainted alcohol after 44 deaths
Ministry of Health has warned the public against consuming methanol-tainted and substandard alcoholic beverages after more than 44 people died and hundreds of others fell […]
Kagame highlights Rwanda’s AI health system in push for smarter disease surveillance
President Paul Kagame has pointed to Rwanda’s use of artificial intelligence in healthcare as an example of how technology can improve disease surveillance and help […]
France heatwave death toll rises above 2,000 as hospitals report strain
France’s latest heatwave has killed 2,025 people, Health Minister Stéphanie Rist said Friday, as authorities warned the toll could still rise amid a sharp increase […]
FERWAFA introduces anti-doping tests, raises fees ahead of 2026/27 season
The Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) has approved a series of reforms set to take effect in the 2026/27 season, including unannounced anti-doping tests for players, […]
Rwanda’s RBC director appointed to EDCTP board, expanding country’s role in global health research
Rwanda Biomedical Centre Director General Prof. Claude Mambo Muvunyi has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the European & Developing Countries Clinical Trials […]