One Health Rwanda

We are Tufts-UGHE-UR One Health Fellows.
This is a multi-disciplinary team committed to improving One Health in Rwanda and beyond.
Human | Animal | Environment

[Africa CDC @AfricaCDC]

💙 @AfricaCDC HQ in Addis Ababa is lit in blue for World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week (#WAAW).

Together, we’re raising awareness on the growing threat of #AMR and championing One Health action to protect the health of all Africans.

#AfricaCDC

[Everywhere Agro vet company Ltd @EWAVcompany1]

RCVD chairperson's message to all veterinary

[Rwanda Agriculture & Animal Resources Devpt Board @RwandaAgriBoard]

Today, RAB in Rubirizi had the honor of hosting Hon. @mcbagabe, Minister @RwandaAgri, Hon. @nsanzimanasabin, Minister @RwandaHealth, and other distinguished dignitaries for the ceremonial groundbreaking of the National Reference Veterinary Laboratory (NRVL)–Rwanda.

[Peter Muyombano @PMuyombano]

🇷🇼Rwanda’s school feeding program is a powerful example of social investment done right, nourishing children, boosting local farmers’ incomes, and breaking the cycle of poverty and malnutrition. Every school meal is a meal for the future. @TheNationalNews
https://t.co/mUirbdBjxR

[Gilbert NIYONKURU 🇷🇼 @Gil_Niyonkuru]

🌍 ONE HEALTH DAY 2025 💚

Today, the world comes together to celebrate One Health Day - a powerful reminder that the health of humans, animals, and the environment are deeply connected.

In every farm, every community, and every ecosystem, the wellbeing of one affects the other.
When animals fall sick, humans are at risk.
When the environment is polluted, both animals and people suffer.
That’s why we must work together - veterinarians, farmers, doctors, and environmentalists - to build healthier, safer, and more sustainable systems. 🐔👨‍⚕️

As an Animal Scientist and Agri-Influencer, I believe that strong biosecurity practices, responsible use of antibiotics, safe food systems, and environmental protection are the real bridges toward “One Health for All.”

Let’s unite our efforts for a world where:
✅ Healthy animals mean safe food for humans.
✅ Clean environments mean fewer diseases.
✅ Strong collaboration means a resilient future.

Together, we can make One Health not just a concept, but a daily practice in our homes, farms, and communities. 🌾💪

#OneHealthDay #OneHealth #AnimalHealth #HumanHealth #EnvironmentalHealth #Biosecurity

[Rwanda Mission in UAE @RwandaInUAE]

On the sidelines of @IUCN Congress in Abu Dhabi, Amb. @JohnMirenge met Luther Anukur, IUCN Regional Director for Eastern and Southern Africa. They discussed nature-based solutions advancing Rwanda’s climate resilience and new partnerships in ecotourism and smart green cities.

[Rwanda Mission in UAE @RwandaInUAE]

From 9–15 October, Amb. @JohnMirenge is leading Rwanda’s delegation at the @IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025 in Abu Dhabi. The Congress gathers leaders, experts and changemakers from over 160 countries to accelerate action for nature and people.

[University of Global Health Equity @ughe_org]

Join the One Health new webinar series, "Voices of One Health Implementers". The 1st session, "Why One Health? Why Now?" is on July 9, 2025, 1:00–2:00 PM CAT, with French translation available.
Register here: https://t.co/oY8dg0962d

[RMC @RMC_Rwanda]

Press Release
Rwanda launches #OneHealth Communication Guidelines to enhance ethical reporting.
@ughe_org
@afri_isaaa
#COHESA
#MediaEthics

[One Health Rwanda @OneHealthRwanda]

#OneHealth

[Rwanda Biomedical Centre @RBCRwanda]

#Rwanda's 2nd National Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance (NAP 2025–2029) is now in force!

✍️Formally endorsed by key ministries, NAP 2.0 launches full-scale, multisectoral action to reduce the burden of #AMR and preserve the effectiveness of antimicrobial #medicines.

📌Focus areas:

☑️Raise AMR awareness
☑️Strengthen AMR & antimicrobial use (AMU) surveillance

☑️Reduce infection rates through improved hygiene, IPC & sanitation

☑️Promote responsible antimicrobial use
☑️Invest in #AMR innovation
☑️Strengthen governance & accountability

⏭️📄 Download the press release: https://t.co/Pfk2ZuuoVV
⏭️📄 Read the full plan: https://t.co/MEW5QeUf7J

#AMR #OneHealth

[University of Global Health Equity @ughe_org]

Funded by the @WellcomeTrust, @SBE_Alliance is a 5-year project led by #UGHE's Center for One Health, in partnership with @RBCRwanda, @LSTMnews ,@KCCR_GH, @primateresearch, and Eswatini Antivenom Foundation. #SnakebiteAwareness

Learn more about ASA here⤵️ https://t.co/w8ngpTxDl6

[University of Global Health Equity @ughe_org]

#UGHE is excited to announce the launch of the African Snakebite Alliance (ASA), of which UGHE is a proud partner. This initiative aims to foster collaborations that will drive impactful research and policy engagement to reduce the impact of #snakebite across Africa.

[Rwanda Mission in UAE @RwandaInUAE]

“We need partnership, people who are ready to partner with us on that journey of decarbonizing the planet of ours, because we have one planet. There is no planet B.” Minister @MujaJeanne in an interview with @WAMNEWS_ENG at #COP28
Full interview: https://t.co/cJXfKo3lN1

[WAM English @WAMNEWS_ENG]

"The world should strive for a just and inclusive #greentransition, ensuring that the shift toward #NetZero is not only environmentally sustainable but also socially and economically equitable," @MujaJeanne, Rwandan Minister of Environment, tells WAM

https://t.co/l0hV7T3Bvx

[Rwanda Mission in UAE @RwandaInUAE]

#COP28 is seen as an opportunity to stimulate a stronger commitment to ambitious climate action while showcasing diverse green investment opportunities within Rwanda."
Minister @MujaJeanne, Amb. @JohnMirenge and CEO @TeddyMugabo_ speak to @aletihadae
https://t.co/eutJtuLicG

[Rwanda Mission in UAE @RwandaInUAE]

Watch: UAE President H.H Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan presents an award to Ignite Power from Rwanda, the winner - Energy Category in Zayed Sustainability Prize 2023. Angela Homsi, co-founder @Ignite_Solar received the award on Friday at #COP28 in Dubai. @RwandaMFA

[Johnson Kanamugire @K_Ugire]

Antimicrobial resistance #AMR has health experts concerned and are calling for urgent measures to tackle the threat alongside zoonotic diseases, food safety problems&climate change.
Experts at @AfricaCDC discuss what's specifically AT STAKE and what you could do 👇
#OneHealth

[UGHE SOHIC @UGHE_SOHIC]

Hey everyone!
Get ready for a month-long journey as we dive into the heart of global health challenges with *One Health Month*!

#OneHealthMonth
#GlobalHealthUnity

[Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine 🐕🐈🐴🐄🦅 @tuftsvet]

New leadership at STOP Spillover, a project funded by @USAID. Cummings School's Dr. Hellen Amuguni is the new project director, and Dr. Felicia Nutter is a new co-deputy director.

Read more: https://t.co/QimTuhYE3V

[📸: Alonso Nichols, Tufts University]

[Anselme SHYAKA @shyakaa]

We are kicking off a training of trainers of secondary and primary levels teachers on #OneHealth for Kids. We aim to expand OH education below tertiary education to improve awareness of #OneHealth in Rwanda. The training is done in partnership between @ughe_org and @tuftsvet