Nyigisha Initiative

Nyigisha is the projects that won @iAcceleratorRw phase 6 in #SRH category.
Aims to provide and improve access to friendly, interesting and reliable SRH infos

[Nyigisha Initiative @NyigishaRw]

Thank you @iAccelerator and @Imbuto.

We were glad to support Itorero #ImbutoZitoshye with our comic SRHR notebooks 📚, which kept the youth engaged and learning throughout the sessions.We value this partnership and remain committed to advancing SRHR access for young people.

[iAccelerator @iacceleratorRw]

Last week, we were glad to have @NyigishaRw, one of our Phase 6 winners, support Itorero #ImbutoZitoshye with SRH notebooks that kept this year’s #EdifiedGeneration engaged. As iAccelerator beneficiaries advancing SRH access, their support added real value to the sessions.

[MEDSAR RWANDA @medsar_rwanda]

Today, MEDSAR Rwanda convened its 𝗔𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗻𝗶 & 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, bringing together current leaders and Alumni to exchange experiences, share guidance, and collectively shape the future of our association.

The summit provided an opportunity to reflect on our 2026–Present Mandate, present our achievements and ongoing initiatives, and share our plans and priorities for the road ahead—reaffirming our commitment to a stronger, more impactful, and sustainable MEDSAR Rwanda.

𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: We presented updates on the progress and preparations for MEDSAR Rwanda’s hosting of the 𝗜𝗙𝗠𝗦𝗔 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝘆 – 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗠𝗲𝗲��𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳, highlighting our ongoing efforts, key milestones, and commitment to delivering a successful international gathering that will strengthen Rwanda’s visibility and contribute to the global medical students’ movement.

𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐒𝐀𝐑 𝐚𝐭 𝟑𝟎 — 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕! As we approach our 30th Anniversary, we exchanged ideas on celebrating three decades of leadership, service, and impact—honouring our history, recognizing generations of contributions, reconnecting Alumni, and inspiring the future.

𝐊𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐒𝐀𝐑 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 & 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝: Our discussions explored ways to strengthen member engagement, build leadership capacity, nurture future leaders, and sustain meaningful Alumni connections. We remain committed to ensuring that our Alumni’s wisdom, experience, and institutional knowledge continue to guide and inspire future generations.

𝗔 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗙��𝗟𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗞 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗧𝗢 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗠𝗡𝗜! We sincerely appreciate your invaluable guidance, shared experiences, constructive insights, and unwavering support. Thank you for continuing to believe in MEDSAR, supporting its current leadership, and helping us build an association that continues to THRIVE, INSPIRE, EMPOWER, AND MAKE A LASTING IMPACT.

𝘼𝙨 𝙬𝙚 𝙡𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙖𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙙, 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙨 𝙘𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙧: MEDSAR is more than an association—it is a legacy connecting generations, a community nurturing leaders, and a movement shaping and empowering the next generation of healthcare professionals to lead, serve, innovate, and transform healthcare.

Together, let us strengthen our present, build on our legacy, and shape the next chapter of MEDSAR Rwanda!

𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗦𝗔𝗥. 𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗖𝗬. 𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡�� 𝗢𝗙 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣. 𝗔𝗡 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡 𝗕𝗥𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗨𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘!

#MEDSARAlumniSummit2026
#MEDSARAt30
#2027Marks30Years
#MM27

@nsanzimanasabin @jnabdallah @mnls_nke @YvanButera @JosephRyarasa @aflodiskagaba @rangira_lambert @chris_mazimpaka @GihanaWandera @EricNiyongira1 @JRwabihama @ndagijeserge @Dr_Cyprien @Biz_emmy @norbert_tuy @GerardMbabazi @Josemrkysn

[Nyigisha Initiative @NyigishaRw]

Yesterday, @NygishaRw we joined @MDFC_Rwanda, @HDIRwanda, @KarongiDistr, providers & youth in Karongi to mark #ISAD2026. Every adolescent deserves accurate info, dignity & confidential care. Our notebooks keep #SRHR education in students' hands.
#AdvancingHealthRights

[Nyigisha Initiative @NyigishaRw]

No Barriers, Just Choices. 💚 Happy #WorldContraceptionDay! Informed young people make healthy decisions. Ask questions, learn the facts, and talk to a health worker. #WCD2026 #SRHR

[Nyigisha Initiative @NyigishaRw]

No Barriers, Just Choices. 💚 Happy #WorldContraceptionDay! Informed young people make healthy decisions. Ask questions, learn the facts, and talk to a health worker. #WCD2026 #SRHR

[Rwanda NGOs Forum on HIV/AIDS and H.P @RwandaNGOForum]

Reaching Those Most at Risk, Right Where They Work

This week, @RwandaNGOForum conducted targeted Interpersonal Communication (IPC) sessions and supervision visits on Schistosomiasis and Soil-transmitted Helminths with high-risk groups, including marshland farmers and fishermen in @BugeseraDistr and @RuhangoDistrict because of their daily contact with freshwater, which is the main route of schistosomiasis transmission, these high-risk groups daily exposure to both SCH and STH.

Alongside @RBCRwanda, @BugeseraDistr & @RuhangoDistrict teams, these sessions emphasised SCH/STH transmission, proper use of protective equipment, WASH practices (latrine use, ending open defecation near water bodies, handwashing with soap) as well as seeking early treatment.
All this is in support of the Interruption of Transmission (IoT) target of below 2% prevalence in focus areas by 2027 and aligned with the National NTD Strategic Plan 2026–2030, the @WHO NTD Roadmap and the Kigali Declaration on NTDs.

#BeatNTDs #EndNTDs

[Rwanda Malaria and NTDs Youth Corps @MalariaNTDcorps]

Umupira w'amaguru ni igikorwa gihuriramo abantu benshi bikagaragara neza iyo uri gukora ubukangurambaga.
Mubukangurambaga twakoze abarenga 300 bashyigikiraga ikipe zabo bungukira hamwe nuburyo bakwirinda inzoka zo munda na bilariziyoze bimakaza kugira isuku Aho batuye
@Knooliet

[WHO Rwanda @WHORwanda]

At #RSOG2026, @WHO Rep Dr @BrianChirombo, gave a keynote address. He emphasised that investing in health, rights & well-being of girls & women is a national development priority, laying the foundation for healthier families, stronger communities & thriving nations. #HealthForAll

[WHO Rwanda @WHORwanda]

The NTD Strategy & WASH-NTD Toolkit help accelerate the path to NTD elimination by country ownership, stronger #Primary_Health_Care, #multisectoral action, #innovation & sustainable financing.
@WHO remains committed to support #Rwanda #UniteActEliminate for a future free of #NTDs

[WHO Rwanda @WHORwanda]

At the #Rwanda High-Level Stakeholders Meeting on #NTDs and #WASH integration, hosted by @RwandaNGOForum, @WHO Rwanda Rep @BrianChirombo joined @RwandaHealth & partners to officially launch the NTD Strategic Plan 2026–2030 and the WASH-NTD Coordination Toolkit.

[Helping Heart Family Rwanda @HelpingHeartFam]

A child may walk to school alone, but no child should walk the journey of education alone.

At #TumurereYize, we believe every learner deserves encouragement, opportunity, and the support to dream beyond their circumstances.

Help us make sure no child is left behind. #TumurereYize

[Nyigisha Initiative @NyigishaRw]

Nyigisha was proud to be part of the 12th RSOG Annual Scientific Conference, joining the exhibition to showcase our work in making Sexual & Reproductive Health education more engaging, accessible and youth-friendly
We connected, shared, learned, and kept the conversation going.

[Nyigisha Initiative @NyigishaRw]

Nyigisha was proud to be part of the 12th RSOG Annual Scientific Conference, joining the exhibition to showcase our work in making Sexual & Reproductive Health education more engaging, accessible and youth-friendly
We connected, shared, learned, and kept the conversation going.

[Imbuto Foundation @Imbuto]

Happy Birthday to our Chairperson @FirstLadyRwanda!

Today, we celebrate your exceptional leadership, dedication and the inspiration you continue to bring to us all. Thank you for guiding and inspiring us every step of the way.

Wishing you good health, joy, and continued success ahead.

Imbuto Family

[iAccelerator @iacceleratorRw]

Today marks the end of a two-day workshop for our Top 15 winners of #iAccelerator Phase 7, under theme “From Delivery to Demonstration”.

Delivered by @DOTRwanda, the workshop focused on strengthening their projects by helping innovators refine their solutions, improve their storytelling, and confidently demonstrate the value and impact of their work.

As part of our mentorship programme, these young innovators continue to receive guidance, capacity building, and tailored support to strengthen their projects, scale their ideas, and transform innovative solutions into lasting impact.

#InnovateToSolve

[WHO Rwanda @WHORwanda]

Yesterday at the 14th IPSF African Pharmaceutical Symposium, @WHORwanda Rep @BrianChirombo highlighted the need for Africa's health systems to evolve. Investing in youth leadership, innovation & resilient, people-centred pharmaceutical systems advances #HealthForAll through #UHC

[WHO Rwanda @WHORwanda]

At the “Reimagining Africa’s Health Systems” panel, @WHORwanda Rep @BrianChirombo emphasized: “Africa’s biggest bet should be on its people.”

Investing in people drives innovation, research and leadership. Health sovereignty begins when countries shape their own health future.

[WHO Rwanda @WHORwanda]

Opening the Symposium, Dr @BrianChirombo called for homegrown solutions rooted in local leadership, research and innovation. "Africa's health future will not be built by chance. It will be built by vision, science, service, partnership, innovation and leadership."
#AfPS2026

[Imbuto Foundation @Imbuto]

As we count down to the official inauguration of Imbuto Hub @BugeseraDistr, meet the #FacesOfImbuto and hear the stories shaping their community.

Through @ubuhanziRw, young artists didn’t just develop their craft, they found a platform to express their creativity, showcase their potential and leave their mark. This is what happens when talent meets the right platform.

#RootedInCommunity

[Global Wellness Equity Conference 2026 @GWE_Conference]

Keynote Address by Ron Margalit, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Israel in Rwanda (@IsraelinRwanda), was a highlight of GWEC 2026.

Speaking on "Innovation, Digital Health, and International Collaboration for Sustainable Wellness Systems," he shared valuable insights on how technology, strategic partnerships, and global cooperation can transform healthcare delivery and strengthen wellness systems.

His keynote resonated strongly with this year's theme, "Promoting Wellness Through Awareness, Advocacy, and Local Ownership," emphasizing the power of innovation and collaboration in creating sustainable, community-centered health solutions.

#GWEC2026

[Global Wellness Equity Conference 2026 @GWE_Conference]

Keynote Address by Dr. Theopista Kabuteni, WHO Rwanda (@WHORwanda ) Representative , brought powerful insights to GWEC 2026.

Speaking on "From Awareness to Action: Strengthening Health Workforce Wellbeing through Global and Local Partnerships," Dr. Kabuteni highlighted the importance of investing in the wellbeing of health workers as a foundation for resilient and effective health systems.

Her keynote underscored the value of collaboration, advocacy, and shared responsibility in advancing this year's theme, "Promoting Wellness Through Awareness, Advocacy, and Local Ownership." Through strong partnerships, we can create healthier workplaces and sustainable wellness outcomes for communities everywhere.

#GWEC2026