🌍🌱 Restoring Our Earth, Embracing Our Future Today, @RwandaNGOForum joined local government leaders, community-led organizations, CSOs, activists, and community members in marking #WorldEnvironmentDay through a tree-planting activity in @NtaramaBugesera , @BugeseraDistr . The event highlighted the power of collective action in protecting our environment, strengthening community engagement, and advancing Rwanda’s vision of a greener, healthier, and more resilient future for all. Under this year’s theme, “A Global Call for Climate Action,” we are reminded that a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment is a fundamental human right and a shared responsibility. Every tree planted, every ecosystem restored, and every sustainable choice made today contributes to a healthier planet for future generations. Let us all take action, protect our natural resources, restore degraded ecosystems, and champion climate-smart solutions to build a greener Rwanda and a sustainable world for all. 🌿💚 #WorldEnvironmentDay2026 #GreenRwanda 🇷🇼🌱#ClimateAction #RestoreOurEarth #SustainableFuture #TogetherForAHealthySociety

The BPRC PPR Learning Session in Rwanda strengthened the capacity of stakeholders to detect and respond to public health threats through improved community surveillance, risk communication, infection prevention and control, emergency coordination, and the One Health approach. The session resulted in concrete country-level commitments and action points aimed at strengthening community-led preparedness. By advancing meaningful community participation and leadership, stakeholders reaffirmed that resilient health systems are built when communities are empowered to shape, drive, and sustain preparedness efforts before, during, and after public health emergencies. #BuildingPandemicReadyCommunities #PandemicPreparedness #OneHealth

From Strategy to Action: Advancing Rwanda’s HIV, TB and Malaria Response 2027–2030 Yesterday, @RwandaNGOForum joined national stakeholders in validating Rwanda’s National Strategic Plans for HIV, TB, and Malaria (2027–2030), marking a significant milestone in shaping the country’s future health response. We commend the leadership of the @RwandaHealth and @RBCRwanda, alongside all partners, civil society organizations, and communities whose contributions made this inclusive process possible. From development and costing to validation, the journey reflected strong collaboration, technical expertise, and a shared commitment to sustainable health outcomes. As we move from planning to action, we call for strengthened partnerships, increased investment in health, and meaningful community leadership to ensure equitable, people-centered services reach those most affected by #HIV, #TB, and #Malaria. Together, we can turn these commitments into lasting impact for every Rwandan. #LetCommunitiesLead @nsanzimanasabin @CMuvunyi @TuyishimeAlbert @GlobalFund @PeterASands @CDCRwanda @WHORwanda @BrianChirombo @UNAIDSRwanda @AndrewGasoziNtw @UNFPARwanda @DrAdelakin @miryanyawera @unwomenrwanda @RefugeesRwanda @JhpiegoRwanda @TheENDFund @VuyisekaDubula @endmalaria @ALMA_2030 @MalariaNoMore @AbbottNews @AbbottGlobal @Rwanda_CCM @CS4MEglobal @GatesAfrica @StopTB @PIH_Rwanda @ahfrwanda @rangira_lambert @DMbituyumuremyi @AimableDr @Imbuto @ImroRwanda @EUinRW @UKinRwanda @GermanyinRwanda @SwedeninRW @ambafrancerwa @DrDanielNgamije @RichardAmenyah @Sfrwanda1 @GajuErick @EF_LINITIATIVE @Knooliet

Today, @RwandaNGOForum was honored to participate in the National Stakeholders Meeting that validated the National Strategic Plans (NSPs) for #HIV #TB and #Malaria for 2027–2030. We extend sincere appreciation to @RwandaHealth @nsanzimanasabin @RBCRwanda @CMuvunyi for their visionary leadership, strong coordination and meaningful engagement of Civil Society and Communities throughout the inclusive and consultative process. From development to costing and validation, it has been a demanding yet highly enriching journey marked by collaboration, technical input, innovation and sustainability of the NSPs. With the validation now complete, the journey truly begins: ⏩Focus on effective implementation to ensure the NSPs translate into quality, equitable and people-centered health services at both facility and community levels, responding to the real needs of communities. A Call to action: ------------------ ✅ CSOs call for strengthened partnerships and sustained collaboration to successfully implement these strategic plans and improve the health and well-being of Rwandan communities, particularly those at affected, impacted and at higher risk of #HIV #TB, and #Malaria, through integrated approaches including Mental Health, NCDs, Hepatitis, NTDs services with respect to Human Rights and Gender. ✅ Increased domestic resources for health and sustained external funding to ensure successful implementation of these strategic plans. Adequate and predictable financing is essential to translate commitments into impact and to safeguard progress in the response. ✅ Let Communities Lead @TuyishimeAlbert @GlobalFund @PeterASands @CDCRwanda @WHORwanda @BrianChirombo @UNAIDSRwanda @AndrewGasoziNtw @UNFPARwanda @DrAdelakin @miryanyawera @unwomenrwanda @RefugeesRwanda @JhpiegoRwanda @TheENDFund @VuyisekaDubula @endmalaria @ALMA_2030 @MalariaNoMore @AbbottNews @AbbottGlobal @Rwanda_CCM @CS4MEglobal @GatesAfrica @StopTB @PIH_Rwanda @ahfrwanda @rangira_lambert @DMbituyumuremyi @AimableDr @Imbuto @ImroRwanda @EUinRW @UKinRwanda @GermanyinRwanda @SwedeninRW @ambafrancerwa @DrDanielNgamije @RichardAmenyah @Sfrwanda1 @GajuErick @EF_LINITIATIVE

Uyu munsi Minisitir w’Intebe ari kugirana ikiganiro n’itangazamakuru kiri kubera mu Biro bye. Iki kiganiro kiri kugaruka ku ishusho y’ubukungu n’ubuzima bw’Igihugu muri rusange.

This week @RwandaNGOForum conducted a visit to the @KigaliMentalHRC to learn more about and better understand ongoing interventions supporting people who use drugs (PWUD) in mental health care, psychosocial support, treatment, rehabilitation services and community outreaches The visit reaffirmed the critical role KMHRC plays in saving lives and restoring dignity through evidence-based, health-centered approaches to substance use disorders. We commend the Govt of 🇷🇼 through @RwandaHealth @nsanzimanasabin @RBCRwanda @CMuvunyi and the Centre @DynamoNdacyayis for its leadership in providing integrated comprehensive health care that recognizes PWUD as clients in need of treatment, not punishment reinforcing that substance use is a public health issue requiring structured health and social support services. As part of strengthening Harm Reduction and treatment adherence, @RwandaNGOForum donated water filters and UV water sterilizers to support access to safe drinking water for #PWUD receiving Methadone Assisted Treatment (MAT). ▶️ Access to clean water during MAT administration is essential for safe consumption and better adherence, directly contributing to improved treatment outcomes and reduced health risks. ▶️ Special appreciation to our partners who supported this great initiative. Key note: ————- This visit noted the urgent need for: 1. Increased and sustained investment in comprehensive, community-centered and facility-based services for PWUD, including mental health care, MAT programs, psychosocial rehabilitation, awareness, capacity building, evidence generation and reintegration services. 2. Strengthening supply systems, infrastructure, human resources, community led interventions is critical to scaling up impact and saving more lives. A Call to Action: ————————— We call upon government, development partners and implementing agencies to: ✳️ Prioritize and invest in healthcare systems and expand accessible, integrated quality healthcare services for PWUD at both health facility and community levels. ✳️ Meaningful engagement of families, parents, local leaders and general population remains important in supporting adherence, reducing stigma and strengthening long-term recovery pathways ✳️ Support and create an enabling environment for PWUD that place health, safety, dignity and human Rights at the center of responses to drug use. ✳️ Invest in Research; Surveys; Integrated Community Led Monitoring aimed to generate evidences for decision making in programing and policy change #HarmReductionForPWUD @WHORwanda @BrianChirombo @GlobalFund @UNAIDSRwanda @AndrewGasoziNtw @RichardAmenyah @VuyisekaDubula @JNdayizigiye @Rwanda_CCM @expertisefrance @EF_LINITIATIVE @medecindumonde @UNDP_Rwanda @unicefrw @UNODC @Providence1917 @TuyishimeAlbert @GermanyinRwanda @CDCRwanda @ambafrancerwa @frontlineaids @Sfrwanda1 @ImroRwanda @Imbuto @HDIRwanda @FXBRwanda @AFD_France @Rwandapolice @RIB_Rw @RwandaParliamnt @Rwanda_Justice

Last week, #SFR participated in the National #SRHR convening organized by @theinstitute_rw in @RubavuDistrict,bringing together #CSOs to discuss SRHR challenges,share experiences,&strengthen collaboration,advocacy,resource sharing&legal support for reproductive justice in Rwanda.

🚨 MURARARITSWE 🚨 @RwandaNGOForum , ku bufatanye na @ahfrwanda , @WateraidRwanda na @RWACHI_25 , ibararikiye ikiganiro cya X Space kizaba kuri uyu wa Kabiri, tariki ya 2 Kamena 2026 saa Kumi n’Ebyiri z’Umugoroba (18:00). Iki kiganiro kizayoborwa na @PMudakikwa na @oswaki , kizahuriramo n’abatumirwa b’inzobere mu buzima, ubuvugizi, isuku n’isukura (WASH) ndetse n’iterambere ry’umuryango. Insanganyamatsiko: Uruhare rwa buri wese mu guca burundu ipfunwe n’ihezwa ku bagore n’abakobwa mu gihe cy’imihango, no kunoza uburyo bwo kubona ibikoresho by’isuku y’imihango, amakuru n’ubumenyi biyerekeye. Tuzaganira ku kamaro k’isuku mugihe cy’imihango, uburenganzira n’agaciro by’umukobwa n’umugore, uruhare rw’amazi meza n’isuku (WASH), uruhare rw’ababyeyi, abagabo n’abahungu mu gushyigikira abakobwa, ndetse n’ingamba zafasha kurandura ipfunwe n’imbogamizi zikigaragara mu muryango. Dufatanye kubaka isi yemera kandi ishyigikira ubuzima bw’imihango kuri bose. Kanda hano ukurikire 👉 x.com/i/spaces/1RJZzzpnonNJB… NTUZACIKANWE! #PeriodFriendlyWorldRw -------------------------------------------------- 🌸 Let's Talk Menstrual Hygiene 🌸 @RwandaNGOForum , in partnership with @ahfrwanda , @WateraidRwanda and @RWACHI_25 , invites you to join an engaging X Space discussion this Tuesday, 2nd June 2026 at 6:00 PM. Hosted by @PMudakikwa and @oswaki , this conversation will bring together experts and advocates to explore practical solutions for improving menstrual health and dignity for girls and women. Everyone’s Role is vital in Ending Period Poverty and Menstrual Stigma. Together, we will discuss menstrual hygiene management, access to menstrual products, the importance of WASH facilities/services, the link between menstrual health and SRHR, the role of parents, communities, boys and men in supporting girls, and collective actions needed to eliminate stigma and ensure menstrual dignity for all. Let’s work together to normalize conversations around menstruation and create a more inclusive and supportive society. Set your reminder here👉 x.com/i/spaces/1RJZzzpnonNJB… DON'T MISS OUT! #PeriodFriendlyWorldRw #EndTheStigma #MenstruationMatters #MenstrualHealthDay #EndPeriodPoverty #PeriodPositive #WeAreCommitted

By strengthening food security, SFR's members of #AmahoroCooperative conducted communal work to maintain the solar irrigation system while also carrying out field monitoring of the rice farm in preparation for next farming season. Field observations confirmed healthy crop growth

At the Apostolic Palace in the Vatican, Ambassador @UrujeniB presented her Letters of Credence to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, officially commencing her mission as Rwanda’s Ambassador to the Holy See. Ambassadors from Bangladesh, Chad, Mauritius, Namibia, Sierra Leone, Sri Lanka and Yemen also presented their Letters of Credence. Rwanda and the Holy See maintain longstanding relations grounded in shared values, dialogue and cooperation. 🎥 Images from @romereports

Rwanda continues to closely monitor the Ebola outbreak reported in the DRC. There are no Ebola cases in Rwanda, and precautionary measures are in place to reinforce prevention and early detection. New entry control measures are in effect for travellers from the DRC.

The week @ Health Partners Meeting, @JNdayizigiye PS of @RwandaHealth co-chaired with @WHO Rep @BrianChirombo. Discussed progress in implementing HSSP V, current challenges & how to address them. Meeting agreed how to improve collaboration & better support government priorities

Today,SFR,in partnership with #RBC & other Tubiteho partners,convened journalists for a national training on Substance Use Disorders&Harm Reduction,strengthening media capacity to promote stigma-free reporting,public awareness,&evidence-based mental health interventions in Rwanda

This week, we had the honour of welcoming UNICEF Regional Director @EvaUNICEF and @unicefrw’s Country Representative @LiekevandeWiel to one of our RISE learning sites at GS Camp Kanombe. We witnessed the impact of the programme and reflected on the growing number of learners who have completed orientation and begun their learning journey. Through the RISE programme, and in collaboration with other partners, we continue to offer a second chance to young people who were unable to complete secondary education. For more photos: flic.kr/s/aHBqjCU77i #ImbutoEducates #ImbutoEmpowers

Malariya irandura, ariko kandi iririndwa. Kuryama mu nzitiramubu ni ubwirinzi bworoshye ariko bukomeye. Kurandura Malariya bihera kuri njye! @WHORwanda #MenyaWirindeRW #RCCERw #TogetherForHealthRW #EndMalaria @RwandaEast @RwandaSouth @RwandaWest @RwandaNorth @CityofKigali @GisagaraDistr @HuyeDistrict @RusiziDistrict @RutsiroDistrict @KarongiDistr @NyagatareDistr @BugeseraDistr @RubavuDistrict @Nyamasheke @PMudakikwa @RwandaHealth @nsanzimanasabin @RBCRwanda @CMuvunyi @WB_Rwanda @Imbuto @RwandaLocalGov @BGakire @AimableDr @DMbituyumuremyi @DrDanielNgamije @ckarema @uwaliraye @IOMRwanda @expertisefrance @ChinaEmbinRW @CDCRwanda @GermanyinRwanda @UKinRwanda @sfhRwanda @Sfrwanda1 @ASOFERWA2 @semakulam @TuyishimeAlbert @CS4MEglobal

What an incredible colorful and impactful last week has been? Congratulations to @RwandaNGOForum for the Outstanding Team of the Year Award at Africa Health Award and Summit (#AHAS2026) by @healthiconaward in collaboration with Rwanda Healthcare Federation 💥💥✨✨🙌🏽🙌🏽👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼 As a leader at @RwandaNGOForum, this recognition is not just an award, but a reflection of the power of communities, partnerships and collective action in transforming health systems and saving lives. The forum dedicates this award to our incredible National NGO members, Peer Educators, Healthcare Providers and the resilient communities we proudly serve every day. Your commitment, courage and compassion continue to inspire meaningful impact across Rwanda and beyond. Our sincere appreciation to the Govt of 🇷🇼 @RwandaHealth, @RBCRwanda, @RwandaLocalGov and all development partners for the trust, collaboration and shared vision toward equitable and inclusive healthcare for all. This milestone reaffirms that sustainable health solutions begin within communities and that communities must remain at the center of every health response. #AHAS2026 #HealthForAll @nsanzimanasabin @JNdayizigiye @CMuvunyi @TuyishimeAlbert @WHORwanda @BrianChirombo @RichardAmenyah @UNAIDSRwanda @AndrewGasoziNtw @HindHassan_ @LiekevandeWiel @unicefrw @DianeGashumba @RwandaGender @GlobalFund @CS4MEglobal @miryanyawera @DrAdelakin @TheENDFund @EugeneRuberanz2 @PATHtweets @VuyisekaDubula @rhodalewa @HFFG_Ghana @WB_Rwanda @Imbuto @RefugeesRwanda @IOMRwanda @UKinRwanda @SwedeninRW @GermanyinRwanda @PMudakikwa @expertisefrance @EF_LINITIATIVE @FrancoiseVanni @Sfrwanda1 @sfhRwanda @HAImedicines @eannaso @CsdiCommunity @FaithVictoryRW

We are deeply honored and humbled to receive the Outstanding Team of the Year Award at the Africa Health Awards & Summit 2026 (#AHAS2026), hosted by @healthiconaward in collaboration with Rwanda Healthcare Federation. This prestigious recognition reflects the immense collective efforts and contributions made by @RwandaNGOForum in advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion within the health sector. This award is a powerful reminder that meaningful impact is achieved through partnership, community engagement and a shared commitment to saving lives and building stronger, healthier and more resilient communities. We extend our heartfelt congratulations and appreciation to the entire @RwandaNGOForum team and member organizations whose dedication, compassion and tireless service continue to transform lives every day. Our sincere gratitude goes to the Government of Rwanda🇷🇼, @RwandaHealth @RBCRwanda @RwandaLocalGov , development partners in and outside Rwanda, Civil Society Organizations, Healthcare Workers, Peer Educators and the incredible communities we serve. Your trust, collaboration and courage remain the driving force behind our mission and continue to inspire our work toward ensuring equitable access to quality healthcare services for all. As we celebrate this milestone, we reaffirm our belief that communities must remain at the center of every health response and that sustainable health innovations and solutions begin within the community itself. We dedicate this award to every individual and institution committed to strengthening resilient health systems and advancing a healthier society for all. #AHAS2026 #HealthForAll #LetCommunityLead

Press release: New Director-General of @UN Office at #Vienna and Executive Director of UN Office on Drugs and Crime @UNODC takes office - more : unis.unvienna.org/unis/en/pr…

📢Are you interested in scientific evidence examining the psychological trauma resulting from the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi? Do not miss the upcoming Health Science & Innovation Platform (SIP), convened by RBC, bringing together researchers, clinicians, and policymakers to examine emerging evidence and its implications for #Rwanda’s mental health system. Research presentations will cover: ✅ Trauma cases during the commemoration period ✅ Intergenerational & epigenetic effects of trauma and PTSD ✅ Family-based interventions for recovery & resilience ✅ Ketamine for treatment-resistant PTSD & depression: global evidence and implications for Rwanda Event Details: 📅 15 May 2026 ⏰ 10:00 AM –12:20 PM 📍 RBC HQs, Kigali | Hybrid (in-person & virtual) To follow virtually: tinyurl.com/4pwm6xpu