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The University Teaching Hospital of Butare (CHUB) continues to strengthen patient confidence through modern medical technology and compassionate, patient-centered care, as highlighted during the commemoration of the International Day of the Sick, held on Sunday, February 8, 2026. The annual event, dedicated to promoting quality healthcare and compassion for patients, brought together patients, medical professionals,…

The Rwanda Ministry of Health (MINISANTE) has announced a significant decline in the number of Rwandans living with mental health conditions over the past five years. According to the Minister of State for Health, Dr. Yvan Butera, the prevalence of mental health problems dropped from 20.5% in 2018 to 18.6% in 2025, reflecting progress in…

Using multiple alarms to wake up in the morning has become a common habit for many people trying to avoid oversleeping. However, sleep and mental health experts warn that relying on more than one alarm can seriously disrupt brain function, sleep quality, and overall well-being. Many people set two or three alarms, hoping to wake…

The University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) awarded an Honorary Doctorate to Jeannette Kagame for her leadership in education, health, and equity. The award was presented on Sunday at UGHE’s graduation ceremony in Butaro. The event also marked the university’s 10th anniversary. In addition, UGHE graduated its first cohort of medical doctors. A historic graduation…

Tech billionaire Elon Musk has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, and its major partner Microsoft, demanding $134 billion in damages. He accuses the two companies of generating unlawful profits linked to his early role in founding OpenAI. According to court documents filed on Friday, Musk claims that OpenAI earned between $65.5…

Animal feed prices continue to rise across Rwanda, putting pressure on livestock farmers and threatening meat, milk, and egg production. The issue has gained attention as senators carry out nationwide consultations from January 20 to January 28. The discussions focus on livestock development, especially access to affordable and quality animal feed. Farmers and feed producers…

The Rwanda National Police (RNP) have arrested senior managers of Urubuto Hotel, located in Nyanza District, following the death of a security guard who drowned in the hotel’s swimming pool. The deceased has been identified as Charles Nzabihimana, aged 45, who was employed as a security guard at the hotel. Urubuto Hotel is situated in…

Residents living near the industrial zone in Rwamagana say nearby factories are harming their health. They blame a livestock feed processing factory for releasing a strong and unpleasant smell into the area. According to Emmanuel Nayituriki, one of the residents, some factories release harmful gases into the air. In addition, he said a metal-processing plant…

VFD Group has outlined its 2026 growth strategy during an Executive Leadership Retreat held in Kigali, bringing together senior executives to align on institutionalisation, disciplined execution, and leadership development. The retreat marked a strategic shift as the Group positions 2026 as a consolidation year focused on strengthening governance, scaling impact, and embedding execution into daily…

The Trump administration’s decision to open a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has intensified the president’s campaign against the central bank. Powell called the move a “pretext” aimed at influencing interest rate decisions and warned it threatens the Fed’s independence. ALSO READ: Trump signs emergency order protecting Venezuelan oil funds Market Reaction…