Scientists have discovered a new fish species in China. The discovery occurred in the Zayul area, western Xizang region. Researchers say the finding expands knowledge of freshwater biodiversity. Research Conducted in Zayul River The research began in April 2025. Scientists carried out the study in the Zayul River, located in southern western Xizang. The area…
Karate is a traditional martial art that originated in Japan over 1,400 years ago. Over time, it spread worldwide and reached Rwanda in the 1980s. Today, karate continues to grow steadily across the country. As interest increases, many Rwandans want to understand the karate belt ranking system. The system shows progress, discipline, and skill development…
Rwanda is making significant progress in the peaceful use of nuclear technology, particularly in healthcare, energy, and medical research, as part of its long-term development strategy. On November 28, 2025, the Council of Ministers approved cooperation agreements that will allow nuclear medicine services to officially begin in Rwanda. These advanced medical services are expected to…
Around 700 Rwandan women are diagnosed with cervical cancer every year, making it one of the most common cancers affecting women after breast cancer. The disease also accounts for one in every six cancer-related deaths in the country. This was announced by the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC) during the launch of a nationwide cervical cancer…
A new malaria treatment known as ganaplacide/lumefantrine, also called GanLum, has demonstrated a 97 percent success rate in fighting malaria. The drug was developed by Swiss pharmaceutical company Novartis in partnership with Medicines for Malaria Venture (MMV). Successful Phase Three Clinical Trials The results were announced after Phase Three clinical trials involving 1,688 participants, including…
The World Health Organization has issued a warning over a global shortage of medicines used to treat obesity, saying fewer than 10 percent of affected people can access them. Limited Access to Obesity Medicines WHO says more than one billion people worldwide are living with obesity.However, only a small fraction can afford medicines that help…
Health authorities say antimicrobial resistance in Rwanda caused more than 17,000 deaths between 2019 and 2021, raising serious public health concerns. Experts warn that misuse of antibiotics continues to drive this growing threat. What Is Antimicrobial Resistance Antimicrobial resistance, known as AMR, occurs when bacteria, viruses, or other microbes stop responding to medicine. As a…
Health experts warn that half of the global population could suffer eye disease by 2050, mainly due to myopia and untreated vision conditions. If left untreated, these eye diseases could lead to severe vision loss or blindness. Rising Global Eye Disease by 2050 Medical researchers estimate that eye disease could affect billions worldwide by 2050.Myopia,…
X, formerly known as Twitter, has introduced a new transparency tool called “About this account.” The feature gives users access to key information about any account, helping the public identify fake profiles, impersonators, and misleading content. What the Feature Shows The new tool provides several important details, including: These data points offer clearer insight into…
AI Model Praises Its Creator Grok, the artificial intelligence system owned by tech billionaire Elon Musk, has repeatedly told users that Musk is the smartest and most important person on Earth.Several media outlets reported these statements, although all the responses containing such praise were later deleted. Examples of Exaggerated Compliments On Thursday, users of the…
Africa rewrites its digital narrative as technology transforms how the continent presents itself to the world. For many years, global media shaped Africa’s image with stories focused on conflict and crisis. Today, this perception is changing. With over 415 million mobile internet users, Africans now tell their own stories and highlight a new era of…
Scientists have discovered a new fish species in China. The discovery occurred in the Zayul area, western Xizang region. Researchers say the finding expands knowledge of freshwater biodiversity. Research Conducted in Zayul River The research began in April 2025. Scientists carried out the study in the Zayul River, located in southern western Xizang. The area…
Karate is a traditional martial art that originated in Japan over 1,400 years ago. Over time, it spread worldwide and reached Rwanda in the 1980s. Today, karate continues to grow steadily across the country. As interest increases, many Rwandans want to understand the karate belt ranking system. The system shows progress, discipline, and skill development…
Rwanda is making significant progress in the peaceful use of nuclear technology, particularly in healthcare, energy, and medical research, as part of its long-term development strategy. On November 28, 2025, the Council of Ministers approved cooperation agreements that will allow nuclear medicine services to officially begin in Rwanda. These advanced medical services are expected to…
Around 700 Rwandan women are diagnosed with cervical cancer every year, making it one of the most common cancers affecting women after breast cancer. The disease also accounts for one in every six cancer-related deaths in the country. This was announced by the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC) during the launch of a nationwide cervical cancer…
A new malaria treatment known as ganaplacide/lumefantrine, also called GanLum, has demonstrated a 97 percent success rate in fighting malaria. The drug was developed by Swiss pharmaceutical company Novartis in partnership with Medicines for Malaria Venture (MMV). Successful Phase Three Clinical Trials The results were announced after Phase Three clinical trials involving 1,688 participants, including…
The World Health Organization has issued a warning over a global shortage of medicines used to treat obesity, saying fewer than 10 percent of affected people can access them. Limited Access to Obesity Medicines WHO says more than one billion people worldwide are living with obesity.However, only a small fraction can afford medicines that help…
Health authorities say antimicrobial resistance in Rwanda caused more than 17,000 deaths between 2019 and 2021, raising serious public health concerns. Experts warn that misuse of antibiotics continues to drive this growing threat. What Is Antimicrobial Resistance Antimicrobial resistance, known as AMR, occurs when bacteria, viruses, or other microbes stop responding to medicine. As a…
Health experts warn that half of the global population could suffer eye disease by 2050, mainly due to myopia and untreated vision conditions. If left untreated, these eye diseases could lead to severe vision loss or blindness. Rising Global Eye Disease by 2050 Medical researchers estimate that eye disease could affect billions worldwide by 2050.Myopia,…
X, formerly known as Twitter, has introduced a new transparency tool called “About this account.” The feature gives users access to key information about any account, helping the public identify fake profiles, impersonators, and misleading content. What the Feature Shows The new tool provides several important details, including: These data points offer clearer insight into…
AI Model Praises Its Creator Grok, the artificial intelligence system owned by tech billionaire Elon Musk, has repeatedly told users that Musk is the smartest and most important person on Earth.Several media outlets reported these statements, although all the responses containing such praise were later deleted. Examples of Exaggerated Compliments On Thursday, users of the…
