Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority

The official X handle of Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority (Rwanda FDA). Call 📞 : 9707, WhatsApp: [phone]

[Government of Rwanda @RwandaGov]

Uyu munsi turibuka intwari zatuzaniye amahoro ubumwe n'icyizere cyo kubaho. Kwibohora ni umurage wacu, ni urugendo tugikomeje.
#Kwibohora32

[Dr. Emile Bienvenu @emilebienvenu]

Pleased to have participated in the ExCon2026 in Egypt. The visit provided an opportunity to engage with EDA,Board Members of the Chamber of Pharmaceutical Industry and pharmaceutical manufacturers to explore opportunities for local manufacturing.Thanks to EDA for the invitation.

[Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority @RwandaFDA]

The Director General also conducted site visits to leading pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities in Egypt, including Gypto Pharma, Minapharm Pharmaceuticals, and Utopia Pharm.

The visits provided valuable insights into advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and innovative technologies that support the production of safe, effective, and high-quality medicines.

These engagements reaffirm Rwanda FDA’s commitment to advancing pharmaceutical security and regulatory excellence, while supporting Rwanda’s vision of transitioning from a medicine-importing nation to a regional hub for pharmaceutical production.

[Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority @RwandaFDA]

This week, the Director General of Rwanda FDA, Prof. @emilebienvenu, participated in the African Health Exhibition and Conference (#AfricaHealthExCon2026) in Egypt and held a series of engagements aimed at strengthening regulatory cooperation and advancing pharmaceutical development.

During the visit, the Director General held bilateral discussions with Dr. Ali El-Ghamrawy, Chairman of the Egyptian Drug Authority (EDA), on priority areas for implementing the Memorandum of Understanding signed between Rwanda FDA and EDA in August 2024, as well as the Joint Recognition Framework for Medicines signed in January 2026.

The visit also included a tour of EDA laboratories to gain insights into regulatory and quality control systems and explore opportunities for enhanced technical collaboration.

[Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority @RwandaFDA]

On the sidelines of the Africa Health ExCon 2026, the Director General engaged with Board Members of the Chamber of Pharmaceutical Industry, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and industry leaders to strengthen collaboration and explore opportunities for local manufacturing in Rwanda.

[Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority @RwandaFDA]

Dear Hermann,
Thank you for your question.
The applicable standard for bread products requires the declaration of the date of manufacture (production date) and the best before date as part of the product labelling requirements. We appreciate your interest in food safety and consumer awareness.
Kind regards,

[Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority @RwandaFDA]

Today, the Director General of Rwanda FDA, Prof. @emilebienvenu, met with a World Bank delegation led by Dr Ronald Mutasa, Practice Manager for Health, Nutrition and Population for Eastern and Southern Africa.
Discussions focused on exploring areas for further collaboration.

[Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority @RwandaFDA]

Today, the Director General of Rwanda FDA, Prof. @emilebienvenu, met with a delegation from @CEPIvaccines led by Dr. Amadou Sall, Executive Director for Process Development and Manufacturing.

Discussions focused on strengthening the existing collaboration between Rwanda FDA and CEPI.

[Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority @RwandaFDA]

@bavugomar Dear Omar, thank you for reaching out. Malaria and HIV rapid tests are not permitted in retail pharmacies in Rwanda. Testing is conducted in approved health facilities. Kind regards,

[Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority @RwandaFDA]

Rwanda FDA yifatanyije n’Abanyarwanda n’Isi muri rusange muri ibi bihe twibuka ku nshuro ya 32 Jenoside yakorewe Abatutsi mu 1994.

Kwibuka twiyubaka.

#Kwibuka32
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Rwanda FDA joins Rwandans and the international community in commemorating the 32nd anniversary of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.

Remember - unite -renew.

#Kwibuka32

[Government of Rwanda @RwandaGov]

Uyu munsi, Abanyarwanda n’isi yose turibuka ku nshuro ya 32 Jenoside yakorewe Abatutsi mu 1994. Hatangiye kandi Icyumweru cy'Icyunamo ku rwego rw'Igihugu n’iminsi 100 y’ibikorwa byo kwibuka.

Kwibuka twiyubaka.
#Kwibuka32

[Government of Rwanda @RwandaGov]

Today we commemorate the 32nd anniversary of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi and begin the official commemoration week.

Remember - Unite - Renew
#Kwibuka32

[Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority @RwandaFDA]

Dear Osée,
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Rwanda FDA is not involved in such messages and does not request bank account details from the public.

The message referenced is a fraudulent phishing attempt and is not associated with Rwanda FDA.

We advise to avoid clicking on such links.

Best regards,

[Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority @RwandaFDA]

@Lady_khe Dear @Lady_khe,
Thank you for your message. Kindly DM us with details of your situation so we can better understand your case and assist you accordingly. Regards,

[Dr Diane GASHUMBA @DianeGashumba]

Minister @YvanButera at the 2nd Edition of the Nordic Baltic Forum in kigali:
” Rwanda, together with our partners is proud of the remarkable progress we have achieved in maternal and newborn health, and we are ready to take the next leap forward with like‑minded partners. Today, Rwanda’s maternal mortality ratio has declined significantly, and nearly all births : 98 % take place in health facilities with skilled health providers, reflecting our strong commitment to safe delivery. Our immunization systems protect our children: 94 % of children aged 12–23 months are fully vaccinated with basic antigens, and 98 % receive key individual vaccines like BCG. And because no one should be left behind, over 90 % of Rwandans are covered by community‑based or private health insurance schemes, ensuring access to quality health services without financial hardship. We invite the Nordic and Baltic countries to join us in a mutually beneficial collaboration to accelerate progress. Rwanda is not only one of Africa’s fastest‑improving health landscapes but also a place where your investment yields high return ; improving lives, strengthening institutions, and driving innovation in a transparent, non‑corrupt environment. Together, we can scale successes in maternal and newborn care, empower more women and families, and demonstrate how results‑oriented partnerships can transform health for generations.”@RwandaHealth
CEO @RDBrwanda Jean Guy Africa:
”@RwandaFDA achieved WHO Maturity level 3 which means that the Rwanda FDA has demonstrated that it can consistently and effectively regulate medical products according to internationally recognized standards.
Rwanda is becoming a regional biotechnology and vaccine manufacturing hub, hosting facilities by BioNTech. The objective is to produce vaccines locally in Africa, strengthen health security, and improve access to innovative vaccines across the continent, reducing reliance on imports during future health emergencies.
We invite the Nordics and the Baltics to invest in Rwanda’s Life Sciences Sector”
#investinRwanda

[Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority @RwandaFDA]

Ni ingenzi cyane kumva no gukurikiza inama tugirwa n’abahanga mu by’imiti, ku ikoreshwa neza ry’imiti.

Koresha imiti neza, urengere ubuzima.

[Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority @RwandaFDA]

“Ni inshingano zacu gukora kinyamwuga, no gutanga imiti isaba urupapuro mpeshamuti, ari uko umurwayi aruzanye.

Twibuke ko muri farumasi atari mu ivuriro, ntabwo muri farumasi bapima indwara; muri farumasi dutanga imiti kandi tukarengera ubuzima bw’abaza batugana. Ni byo twigiye, ni byo twahamagariwe,…..”

Ibi ni bimwe mubyo Gikundiro Vanessa, yibutsa abahanga mu by’imiti bagenzi be.

Reba video yose hano: https://t.co/af4GEoJJLv

Tanga imiti neza, urengere ubuzima.

[Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority @RwandaFDA]

Abahanga mu by’imiti bafite uruhare rukomeye mu ikoreshwa neza ry’imiti.

Muhanga mu by’imiti, irinde gutanga imiti iri mu cyiciro cy’itangwa gusa iyo yanditswe na muganga wemewe (Prescription Only Medicines) udahawe urupapuro mpeshamuti.

#TangaImitiNeza #RindaUbuzima
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Pharmacists play a vital role in ensuring safe medicine use.

As a pharmacist, do not dispense Prescription Only Medicines without a valid prescription issued by an authorised medical practitioner.

[Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority @RwandaFDA]

Imiti yose ntifatwa kimwe!

Hari imiti itangwa na farumasi hadasabwe urupapuro mpeshamuti rutangwa na muganga (OTC), n’indi itangwa gusa iyo yanditswe na muganga (POM).

Gisha inama muganga cyangwa umuhanga mu by’imiti mbere yo gufata umuti.

#KoreshaImitiNeza #RindaUbuzima
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Not all medicines are the same.

Some medicines can be obtained from a pharmacy without a prescription (OTC), while others require a prescription from a qualified medical practitioner (POM).

Always consult a healthcare professional before taking any medicine.

#UseMedicinesResponsibly #RindaUbuzima

[Rwanda Biomedical Centre @RBCRwanda]

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