HIRWA 🩺

📍Medical Student at University of Rwanda📍Passionate about health advocacy & public wellness📍Kigali, Rwanda

[HIRWA 🩺 @Hirwa_Samu]

@Uni_Rwanda This is great news! 👏

[University of Rwanda @Uni_Rwanda]

We officially entered into partnership with TI MEDTECH PTE Ltd, a #Singapore-based medical technology, to advance biomedical engineering, eHealth and innovation.

An MoU signed today will support our projects under the Centre for Biomedical Engineering and e-Health in transforming research into market-ready products and startups through mentorship, funding opportunities and industry collaboration.

The engagement aligns with efforts facilitated by @RwandaSingapore High Commissioner Innocent B. Muhizi who witnessed the signing to strengthen Rwanda Singapore partnerships in investment, knowledge exchange and technology-driven innovation.

[Africa CDC @AfricaCDC]

⏳ 45 days to go!
The countdown continues.

From science to policy, let’s turn ideas into action for a healthier Africa. See you at #CPHIA2026 in Addis Ababa, 23–27 November.

🔗 Register now: https://t.co/t59iy1xsEj

#AfricaReady #AfricaCDC

[CYUBAHIRO Nicolas @Cyubahiro_01]

HEALTH IN FOCUS 🇷🇼 | Specialist surgical missions bringing advanced care to Rwanda

Over the past few months, specialists from the UK’s Royal College, working alongside Rwanda Legacy of Hope(@RWALegacyofHope )and the University Teaching Hospital of Kigali (CHUK), have contributed to expanding access to specialized surgical care in Rwanda.

In September, a week-long ENT surgical mission screened 50 patients with complex conditions that might otherwise have required transfer abroad. The mission also provided hands-on training to local specialists and resident doctors.

More recently, a week-long neurosurgical mission saw 15 complex cases operated on, while creating further opportunities for practical training and knowledge-sharing with Rwanda’s healthcare professionals.

Beyond the numbers, these missions bring specialized expertise closer to patients, help address surgical waiting lists, and strengthen the skills of local medical teams to deliver advanced care.

For Rwanda, the impact extends beyond the operating theatre: more access to specialized treatment today and stronger local surgical capacity for the future.

#HealthInFocus #Rwanda #SurgicalCare #GlobalHealth #CapacityBuilding

[Nsengiyumva Thierry @Nsengiymvathier]

Before you prepare your next meal, ask yourself: is your plate truly giving your body what it needs? A healthy, balanced meal isn't just about filling up, it's about combining essential components like fruits and vegetables packed with vitamins and minerals, whole grains for sustained energy, and quality proteins to keep you strong.

Nourishing your body starts in the kitchen, so make every bite count and fuel yourself for the day ahead! #HealthyEating #NutritionTips #Wellness #BalancedDiet

[Ministry of Youth and Arts | Rwanda @RwandaYouthArts]

🛑PRESS RELEASE: Rwanda announces its first-ever submission to the Academy Awards with BEN’IMANA.

📌Read more: https://t.co/HGM7XSJJco

[Rwanda NCD Alliance @RwandaNCDA]

Move for your health. Know your numbers. Take action! 🏃🏾‍♀️

Join Kigali’s special #CarFreeDay tomorrow, Saturday, 10 October 2026, from 7:00 AM–11:00 AM for a morning of physical activity, fitness and healthy living.

Visit the Rwanda NCD Alliance white tent for FREE NCD screening:
🩺 Blood pressure
🩸 Blood glucose
⚖️ Body Mass Index (BMI)

Get your results and receive one-on-one health counselling from our team to understand your numbers and the next steps for your health.
Bring your family and friends—make screening part of your Car Free Day!

Let’s move together to #BeatNCDs and #ActOnNCDs for a healthier Rwanda! 🇷🇼

[Rwanda Biomedical Centre @RBCRwanda]

In 2026, following a May 2025 assessment, Rwanda’s National Tuberculosis (TB) Reference Laboratory in Kigali was designated a @WHO Supranational Reference Laboratory (SRL), making it #Africa's 5th fully operational SRL and the 33rd globally.
This recognition strengthens Rwanda’s role in advancing high-quality TB diagnosis and improving the region’s response to the disease.

As part of the WHO SRL network, #Rwanda will expand its technical support to countries across the region, building on its work with #Comoros and #Madagascar.
The designation also opens doors to stronger scientific collaboration, research, and access to new technologies, helping build laboratory capacity and improve #TB diagnosis and care across Africa.

[Rwanda National Police @Rwandapolice]

Guha inzira imbangukiragutabara tubigire umuco.

[Ministry of Health | Rwanda @RwandaHealth]

Ha inzira imbangukiragutabara, urokore ubuzima.

[The New Times (Rwanda) @NewTimesRwanda]

𝐎𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐎𝐍: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝

"Living intentionally means deciding that our circumstances will not completely control our character, our dreams, or our future. It means asking ourselves: What kind of person do I want to become? What am I doing today that will help me become that person tomorrow?"

"Living intentionally does not mean having a perfect life. It means making conscious choices even when life is difficult. It means choosing discipline over distraction, hope over hopelessness, growth over comparison, and purpose over simply following the crowd."

✍️: Isabelle Mahoro

https://t.co/b5LNBdQMV3

[World Health Organization (WHO) Western Pacific @WHOWPRO]

Can #HealthTaxes on tobacco, alcohol and sugar-sweetened beverages protect health and strengthen public resources?

Such taxes are among the most effective ways to reduce consumption of unhealthy products while also generating government revenue.

WHO is calling on countries to join the 3 by 35 Initiative, which advocates for countries to increase the real prices of tobacco, alcohol and sugar-sweetened beverages by at least 50% through health taxes by 2035.

The initiative aims to reduce the burden of noncommunicable diseases while generating additional domestic resources that can support health and development priorities.

Join the last of our five virtual #RC77 side events to hear experiences from across the Western Pacific on health tax modelling, revenue allocation and how countries can address concerns around illicit trade without weakening the case for public health action.

Learn from country experiences, challenges and lessons that can help advance effective health tax policies.

📅 13 October 2026
🕙 10:00-11:30 AM Manila (GMT+8)

Scan the QR to register or follow the link: https://t.co/wUBbvBvTC7

[Rwanda National Police @Rwandapolice]

Ntukemere gutwarwa n’umushoferi utari sober.

[HIRWA 🩺 @Hirwa_Samu]

@ntizimira @VirtualHospice @GlopesMd @FeliciaKnaul @MSKCancerCenter @DrZSB @IvyLorena_Md @TimRebbeck @rqspal @ASCOPres @lpelzek Congratulations! You're a hero in the palliative care world

[Vision Jeunesse Nouvelle @visionjeunesse2]

📣 CALL FOR APPLICATIONS!

Are you a young person passionate about peacebuilding and social cohesion?

Join our 5-Day Peace Concept Workshop and gain practical skills to counter hate speech, challenge rumours, and lead local peace initiatives across Rwanda.

👥 30 young people | Ages 16–30
📍 Gisenyi, Rubavu
📅 26–30 October 2026
⏰ Deadline to Apply: 13 October, 11:59 PM

Young people with disabilities and refugee youth are strongly encouraged to apply.

Apply now and take a step toward becoming a stronger voice for peace in your community.

[HIRWA 🩺 @Hirwa_Samu]

@wiwo_hospital You guys are role models to most healthcare facilities

[HIRWA 🩺 @Hirwa_Samu]

Incredible milestone towards a stronger, safer, and more responsive surgical and perioperative healthcare system

[Prof. Faustin NTIRENGANYA @Fostino21]

#Rwanda_Perioperative_HealthCare_Strategic_Plan_2026_2030 is officially launched. Thank you Hon. Minister @nsanzimanasabin @RwandaHealth for making this happen.

This strategic plan follows and builds on #RwandaNSOAP 2018-2024. It marks an important milestone in strengthening further and advancing surgery, anesthesia, perioperative nursing, critical care and all support services in Rwanda. It provides a clear framework for improving workforce, service delivery, quality, safety, accessibility, financing and efficiency of perioperative services over the next five years.

The successful implementation of this plan will require strong collaboration among healthcare professionals, institutions, partners, policymakers, and the general public.

Together, we can build a stronger, safer, and more responsive surgical and perioperative healthcare system for #Rwanda.

Thank u @Surgical_RW @Uni_Rwanda @ughe_org @GSRHRwanda @operationsmile @OpSmileRwanda and everyone who contributed...

We only have to remember that " the best plan remains a plan till fully implemented"✅️ THE JOB STARTS NOW!

[Prof. Faustin NTIRENGANYA @Fostino21]

#Rwanda_Perioperative_HealthCare_Strategic_Plan_2026_2030 is officially launched. Thank you Hon. Minister @nsanzimanasabin @RwandaHealth for making this happen.

This strategic plan follows and builds on #RwandaNSOAP 2018-2024. It marks an important milestone in strengthening further and advancing surgery, anesthesia, perioperative nursing, critical care and all support services in Rwanda. It provides a clear framework for improving workforce, service delivery, quality, safety, accessibility, financing and efficiency of perioperative services over the next five years.

The successful implementation of this plan will require strong collaboration among healthcare professionals, institutions, partners, policymakers, and the general public.

Together, we can build a stronger, safer, and more responsive surgical and perioperative healthcare system for #Rwanda.

Thank u @Surgical_RW @Uni_Rwanda @ughe_org @GSRHRwanda @operationsmile @OpSmileRwanda and everyone who contributed...

We only have to remember that " the best plan remains a plan till fully implemented"✅️ THE JOB STARTS NOW!

[MSFC Rwanda @MSFC_Rwanda]

Today, MSFC Rwanda joined partners, in Celebration of International Safe Abortion Day 2026 in Karongi District.

Through dialogue, performances and shared experiences, we highlighted the importance of accurate information, respectful care and access to quality #SRHR services.

[MTN Rwanda @MTNRwanda]

Today, we took the conversation to @Uni_Rwanda, Remera Campus. We listened, answered questions, and engaged with students to better understand their experiences.
That’s what going the extra mile looks like, meeting you where you are and listening to what matters to you.
#GoingTheExtraMile #NicyoGihe