SHEM💫Fred 🇷🇼

Agribusiness & Agricultural Economist.
Passionate about social change & Community Growth🇷 🇼🇷🇼

[SHEM💫Fred 🇷🇼 @ShemaFred4]

RT @WilliamsRuto: It has been quite an experience to follow @Arsenal Football Club's epic adventure, from times of struggle and crushing se…

[Paul Kagame @PaulKagame]

Congratulations to @Arsenal, our #VisitRwanda partner, on being the Premier League champions after a hard fought season!

A well-deserved title!

[Paul Kagame @PaulKagame]

Great match between Visit Rwanda partner teams @Atleti and @Arsenal.

Congratulations to Arsenal FC on the win and qualification for the UEFA Champions League Final. May the best #VisitRwanda partner team win!

[Kirehe District Hospital @Kirehe_Hospital]

Today, DG, Dr. @aine_ernest with @PIH_Rwanda representatives receive Dr. Ntihumbya Jean Baptiste, Director General of Health quality Services at @RwandaHealth . They discussed about @Kirehe_Hospital development projects : (Infrastructures ,human resources)  and Service delivery

[Kirehe District @KireheDistrict]

Ni uburyo bwo kuvura hakoreshejwe mobile clinic izajya yifashishwa mu kuvura.
iyi mobile clinic igiye kujya izenguruka imirenge yose igize akarere hakorwa n'ubukangurambaga ku ndwara zavuzwe haruguru

[Kirehe District @KireheDistrict]

Umuyobozi w'akarere wungirije ushinzwe iterambere ry'ubukungu @NzirabatinyaMo4 yakiriye itsinda rya @PIH_Rwanda riyobowe na DPD Dr Williams Rutagengwa ari kumwe Umuyobozi Mukuru wa @Kirehe_Hospital @aine_ernest bagirana ibiganiro ku buryo bwo kuvura indwara zo mu kanwa n'amaso,

[Simaro Ngongo Case @SimaroNgongoMba]

MWENGA-CENTRE TOMBÉE AUX MAINS DE L’ARMÉE RÉVOLUTIONNAIRE CONGOLAISE (ARC). JOIE IMMENSE ET VICTOIRE POPULAIRE. LES TROUPES INVINCIBLES DE L’AFC/M23 ONT CÉLÉBRÉ LEUR PROUESSE MILITAIRE TOUT EN PROMETTANT UNE LIBÉRATION TOTALE DE LA RÉPUBLIQUE DÉMOCRATIQUE DU CONGO. CES IMAGES MAGNIFIQUES FONT UN TONNERRE DE COLÈRE DANS LE CHEF DES FANATIQUES DE L’UDPS QUI TRAVAILLENT DÉSORMAIS POUR LEUR EXIL MASSIF EN DEHORS DES FRONTIÈRES NATIONALES.

[PIH_Rwanda @PIH_Rwanda]

On #WorldPrematurityDay, PIH/IMB staff, health workers, parents, and local leaders in @kirehedistrict celebrated premature babies and their families under the theme “Give preterm babies a strong start for a hopeful future.” Activities included cutting a cake to mark the day.

[PIH_Rwanda @PIH_Rwanda]

PIH/IMB marks World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week 2025 under the theme “Act Now: Protect Our Present, Secure Our Future.”
Learn why AMR needs urgent action in this short video — watch at the link below
https://t.co/6471euRXu2

[Sibobugingo Joël @JoelOptimist1]

Avoid These Common Mistakes for Successful Maize Farming

Maize farming can be highly profitable when done correctly, but many farmers lose yield and income due to avoidable mistakes. Understanding the critical steps from land preparation to harvest ensures your crop reaches its full potential.

Land Preparation and Planting

Proper land preparation sets the foundation for healthy maize growth. Failing to prepare the soil adequately reduces aeration, impedes root development, and limits nutrient uptake. Using low-quality seeds results in poor germination and weak plants that are vulnerable to pests and stress. Correct spacing is also vital; overcrowded plants compete for sunlight, water, and nutrients, lowering overall productivity. Additionally, neglecting soil testing can leave nutrient deficiencies unnoticed, while late planting exposes maize to drought, pests, or unfavorable weather conditions.

Fertilization and Watering

Balanced nutrition and consistent moisture are essential for strong maize growth. Over-application of fertilizer can burn young plants, while under-application slows growth and reduces yields. Similarly, improper watering—whether too much or too little—stresses the plants, affects nutrient uptake, and reduces grain formation. Poor soil conditions or inadequate irrigation can cause uneven growth, stunted plants, and lower overall productivity.

Weed, Pest, and Disease Management

Weeds compete directly with maize for water, nutrients, and light. Inadequate weed control reduces yield potential, while ignoring pests and diseases can result in sudden losses. Implementing crop rotation is essential to prevent soil nutrient depletion and reduce the buildup of diseases and pests that target maize. Regular scouting allows early detection of infestations and timely interventions.

Harvesting and Post-Harvest Management

Timing is critical when harvesting maize. Harvesting too early results in immature grains with poor weight and quality, while harvesting too late increases the risk of spoilage and loss due to pests or weather damage. Storage conditions must be clean, dry, and ventilated to preserve grain quality and minimize post-harvest losses.

Management and Planning

Effective management separates profitable maize farms from struggling ones. Regular field scouting helps detect problems before they escalate. Monitoring market trends ensures that your harvest meets demand and secures better prices. Relying on outdated techniques reduces efficiency, while ignoring weather patterns can expose the crop to avoidable risks. Equipment maintenance is also essential to prevent delays, and keeping detailed records allows for continuous improvement in planning, fertilization, pest control, and harvesting decisions.

By avoiding these common mistakes and following best practices, maize farmers can significantly improve yields, reduce losses, and maximize profits. Success comes from planning, attention to detail, and timely action at every stage of the farming cycle.

[Ministry of Sports | Rwanda @Rwanda_Sports]

An inspiring message from Myles Anthony Lewis-Skelly, @Arsenal and England national team midfielder, to the Isonga delegation as they conclude their Arsenal Academy Training Experience and head back home.
#IsongaProgram #VisitRwanda #Sportsdevelopment

[PIH_Rwanda @PIH_Rwanda]

This week we celebrated of World Mental Health Day 2025 in Burera and Kayonza Districts. Joined by District & Hospital leaders,@PIHrwanda officials and staff, Students, CHWs and the community united to promote mental health for all! Timely access to MH Care, Recovery is possible!

[PIH_Rwanda @PIH_Rwanda]

Incredible collaboration in action! Over the past two months, @PIH_Rwanda, @RBC_Rwanda, @ELEKTAFoundation, @KireheDistrict & @RwandaMoH screened women for cervical cancer and linked HPV+ cases to life-saving care_ Advancing WHO’s 2030 elimination goal #RwandaMission27

[Muhoozi Kainerugaba @mkainerugaba]

Happy birthday Afande @PaulKagame. May you have many more. Thank you for your exemplary leadership that is a beacon for Rwanda, the region and Africa. Long live the friendship and strategic alliance between our two countries.

[PIH_Rwanda @PIH_Rwanda]

Local partnerships are key to transforming #BreastCancer care.
At @PIH_Rwanda, we’re proud to be part of efforts ensuring every woman—no matter where she lives—can access timely diagnosis & treatment. 💗
🔗 https://t.co/AMoOmxmxy7
#HealthEquity #GlobalHealth

[Prof. Philip Cotton @ccpcotton]

Planting seeds for the future! As @PIH_Rwanda celebrates 20 years of transforming healthcare, we’re proud to continue our partnership, growing the next generation of global health leaders. One student, one community, one tree at a time.

[Kayonza District @KayonzaDistrict]

Today, the Governor of @RwandaEast, @PudenceR, the Mayor @BoscoNyemazi and the Permanent Secretary @RwandaHealth, joined @PIH_Rwanda in celebrating 20 years of partnership with the Government of Rwanda in strengthening and delivering health services in different communities.

[muhammed semakula @semakulam]

Celebrating 20 years of PIH in Rwanda—a legacy of Dr. Paul Farmer’s vision for health equity, made possible by Rwanda’s bold leadership and commitment to dignified, people-centered care. #HealthForAll @RwandaHealth

[PIH_Rwanda @PIH_Rwanda]

Today we are in Rwinkwavu as PIH_Rwanda marks 20 years of delivering Health care . Follow us live on https://t.co/BKtTx8PNIp

[PIH_Rwanda @PIH_Rwanda]

" We hope to expand these efforts and touch more communities" @NadineKarema