Rwanda: Last Marburg Virus Patient Recovered, Discharged
The Ministry of Health in Rwanda has announced that all individuals previously infected with the Marburg virus-a severe and high-fever virus-have now fully recovered. However, preventive and containment measures remain in place to guard against any future outbreak. The Ministry’s update on the state of Marburg virus infection was released on November 8, 2024, covering […]
Rwanda: A Day at World First Drone Port that Supply Blood to Patients
On October 14, 2016 Zipline, a U.S. based technology company specializing in unmanned aircraft to solve last-mile logistic challenges in healthcare launched its operations in Rwanda. It was the very first time in the world for a drone to deliver blood and this happened in Shyogwe, a suburb of Muhanga, a satellite city in the […]
Top Focus Areas for YouthConnekt Africa 2024
From November 6 to 11, Rwanda is hosting the YouthConnekt Africa Summit 2024 under the theme, ‘Jobs for Youth through Innovative Skilling.’ This event seeks to deepen engagement in advancing youth employment opportunities by exploring strategies for equipping young people with future-ready skills and examining how scalable skilling initiatives can be implemented across the continent. […]
Rwanda Hosts YouthConnekt Africa Summit2024
Today, November 8, 2024, the Kigali Convention Centre hosted the opening ceremony of the YouthConnekt Africa Summit ’24, centered around the theme “Jobs for Youth Through Innovative Skilling.” The event was attended by numerous dignitaries, including Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame, Prime Minister Samuel Ntsokoane Matekane of the Kingdom of Lesotho, UNDP Assistant Administrator and Regional […]
31 Journalists Honored for Excellence in Rwanda
On the night of Thursday, November 7, 2024, a group of 31 journalists received awards recognizing their contributions to various fields and dedication to the journalism profession. The annual awards ceremony took place at the Kigali Exhibition and Convention Village (commonly known as Camp Kigali), organized by Rwanda Governance Board (RGB) in collaboration with the […]
Health Minister Urges Caution in Sexual Relations for Marburg Virus Survivors
In a press conference held on November 4, 2024, Rwanda’s Minister of Health emphasized the need for caution in sexual relations for individuals who have recovered from the Marburg virus. The press conference focused on providing an overview of the Marburg virus situation in Rwanda and the progress of measures being implemented to combat it. […]
Journalism Students Urged to Champion Gender Equality in Reporting
Today, October 31, 20 journalism students from four Rwandan universities completed a three-day intensive training on producing gender-sensitive stories. The training, organized by the Rwanda Media Programme with support from the Fojo Media Institute, took place in Musanze City. Participants included students from the Institut Catholique de Kabgayi (ICK), the University of Rwanda (UR), Mount […]
Meet Sammy Awami, A Man Who Gave His Life to the Newsroom
In a recent exclusive interview with ICK News, Sammy Awami, a prominent journalist with BBC Swahili, shared profound insights into his journalism journey and the current challenges faced by the Tanzanian media landscape. With a career spanning from local radio to international news at the BBC, Awami’s journey highlights the evolving demands and pressures within […]
Men outpace women in phone ownership: NISR’s Report
Today, mobile phones have evolved from simple calling tools to essential devices that support work and access to diverse services. For many, being separated from their phone feels like the most significant inconvenience they could face. A study conducted by the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR) for the third quarter of 2024 reveals […]
Red Cross Volunteers Receive Eye Health Training
On Friday, October 25, 2024, Kabgayi Eye Unit Hospital concluded a five-day training program for 12 Red Cross volunteers from across Rwanda, aimed at enhancing their understanding of eye diseases and preventive measures. The participants, representing the Red Cross in Rwanda’s provinces and the city of Kigali, gained essential knowledge to better support the fight […]