News - The New Times

Soline Mukamana Mayor of Burera district speaking to Butaro residents on stunting and improvement of livelihoods. Photo By Germain Nsanzimana

Burera launches new initiative to combat malnutrition

Friday, February 09, 2024

A woman with her newborn at Kacyiru Hospital. Maternity leave benefits insurance or scheme is a maternity protection scheme that grants working women (mothers) their full (100 per cent) remuneration Craish Bahizi

Six key proposed changes to maternity leave benefits scheme

Thursday, February 08, 2024

Patients wait for services at Masaka Hospital in Kicukiro District. PHOTO BY CRAISH BAHIZI

Banks, insurance firms to contribute to Mutuelle de Santé as government looks to increase scheme services

Wednesday, February 07, 2024

Forty-eight-year-old Josepha Bamusabire during the interview. Photos by Dan Kwizera

Empowered and thriving: One woman’s enduring journey with HIV

Tuesday, February 06, 2024

Health Minister Dr Sabin Nsanzimana addresses members of the Lower House’s Committee on Unity, Human Rights and Fight against Genocide , as Rwanda Social Security Board Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Louise Kanyonga looks on, on Monday, February 5. Minister Nsanzimana has revealed that, starting from 2025, the government will include cancer treatment and kidney transplants in the community-based health insurance scheme " Mutuelle de Santé." Photo by Emmanuel Ntirenganya

Cancer, kidney transplant services to be covered under Mutuelle de Santé

Monday, February 05, 2024

Dr Sabin Nsanzimana, the Minister of Health delivers remarks during national cancer symposium on February 3, in Kigali ahead of World Cancer Day that is observed on February 4. Courtesy

World Cancer Day: Rwandans urged to attend regular screenings

Saturday, February 03, 2024

By 2050, cancer cases are projected to be 77% higher than they were in 2022.

Global cancer burden growing, says WHO

Saturday, February 03, 2024

This photo taken on Jan. 31, 2024 shows the headquarters of the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The Africa CDC has gained acclaim for its contribution to bettering public healthcare in Africa as it marked its seventh anniversary. (Photo by Michael Tewelde/Xinhua)

Seven years on, Africa CDC wins acclaim for safeguarding people's health

Friday, February 02, 2024

PHOTOS: How one hospital in rural Rwanda is becoming an eye care hub

Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Residents undergo a mass testing exercise during the World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day at DP World Kigali, Masaka sector in Kicukiro District on Tuesday, January 30. Courtesy

NTDs reduction is a long journey but progress is almost 60% – RBC

Tuesday, January 30, 2024

The New Times

First human receives brain implant from Musk's Neuralink

Tuesday, January 30, 2024

A doctor treats a patient at Masaka Hospital.Rwanda will join the rest of the world to celebrate World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day (WNTDD) on Tuesday 30, January. Photo by Craish BAHIZI

World NTDs Day: A look at common diseases in Rwanda

Tuesday, January 30, 2024

The week-long campaign steered in diverse districts of Rwanda including Gisagara, Rubavu, Burera, Kirehe, Kayonza, and Rwamagana intended to discuss NTD burdens, local solutions and multi-sectoral actions.Courtesy

From hygiene education to snakebite awareness: Rwanda’s fight against NTDs

Monday, January 29, 2024

Participants during a walk to sensitise people about palliative care services at CHUB hospital in Huye District. File

Understanding palliative care; why a mindset change is needed to address gaps

Monday, January 29, 2024

Inside Gakenke modern Slaughter House that is operated by SOSEFIK LTD. According to the owners, the abattoir operates less 30% of its capacity. Photo by Germain Nsanzimana

Modern abattoirs count losses as communities opt for home slaughtering

Monday, January 29, 2024

A milk seller serving customers in her milk bar in Kigali. File

The drivers of Rwandans’ increased milk consumption

Saturday, January 27, 2024

The Minister of Youth and Arts, Dr Abdallah Utumatwishima speaks during the just concluded 19th National Dialogue Council (Umushyikirano) on January 24. Courtesy

Timely conversation: Minister triggers discussion on access to contraceptives for young people

Saturday, January 27, 2024

Children with disabilities play at Jordan Foundation in Karuruma, Gasabo District. FILE

Why support is crucial for parents of autistic children

Friday, January 26, 2024

Mastitis commonly occurs within the first three months of breastfeeding and up to a third of
women breastfeeding may develop it. Photo: Courtesy

Breastfeeding woes: Coping with mastitis

Thursday, January 25, 2024

Health Minister, Sabin Nsanzimana speaks at the 19th National Dialogue Council Umushyikirano on Tuesday, January 23. Courtesy

Fourteen patients have received kidney transplants in Rwanda – Nsanzimana

Wednesday, January 24, 2024