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It is with deep sorrow that Rwanda NCD Alliance announces the passing of our Treasurer, Mr. Dominique NDIKUBWAYO.
We honour his service and contribution to our shared mission. His passing is a profound loss to the RNCDA family.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and all who knew him. We stand with them in grief during this difficult time.
Rest in peace, Dominique. Your memory will remain with us.
As we approach World Stroke Day, Rwanda NCD Alliance and @strokeaction_RW encourage everyone to make stroke prevention part of everyday life.
Start with these steps:
✅ Monitor and control your blood pressure.
✅ Stay physically active and reduce time spent sitting.
✅ Eat a balanced diet with fruits, vegetables and less salt.
✅ Avoid tobacco and exposure to secondhand smoke.
✅ Manage diabetes and cholesterol with guidance from your healthcare provider, and follow prescribed treatment.
Prevention is a shared responsibility—in our homes, workplaces and communities. Share these steps and encourage someone you care about to take action.
Healthy people. Stronger communities. Together, let’s work towards a stroke-free Rwanda.
#StrokePrevention #WorldStrokeDay #ActFAST
Every minute counts when stroke strikes. Recognising the signs and acting quickly can save a life.
Stroke is a medical emergency. Know the signs, share the message and seek urgent medical help immediately.
as we begin stroke awareness, kindly follow more updates on @strokeaction_RW page!
Don’t wait. #ActFAST
Rwanda NCD Alliance retweeted
𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐌𝟏𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐬.
Stroke is a medical emergency. Know the signs, share them and act quickly. #ActFAST – at Rwanda
We are pleased that our Executive Director, Phn.@Mbalphonse1 , contributed as a speaker to the Rwanda Pharmacy Workforce Readiness Enhancement Program on 22 October 2026 at Centric Hotel, Kigali.
His session, “Workforce wellness and chronic disease prevention: A guide for early-career pharmacists,” highlighted the importance of protecting health throughout working life, with a focus on NCD prevention, reducing sedentary behaviour, physical activity, and knowing one’s health status.
He encouraged early-career pharmacists to prioritize their own well-being while championing prevention in the communities they serve.
We thank Vennue Foundation, @RwandaNPC , and @Uni_Rwanda for creating this opportunity to support Rwanda’s pharmacy workforce.
A healthy workforce starts with making well-being a daily priority.
#BeatNCDs
Rwanda NCD Alliance retweeted
🇷🇼 STROKE ACTION RWANDA at #WSC2026! Our Chairperson, Joseph Rukelibuga, represents Rwanda at the 18th World Stroke Congress in Seoul, advancing global efforts in stroke prevention, evidence-based treatment, rehabilitation, and long-term care. #WorldStroke – at Rwanda
Good morning from Seoul! 🇰🇷 #WSC2026 is officially underway!
- Late Breaking Science Abstracts 1 & 2
- Neurointerventional Strategies in Intracranial Atherosclerosis
Stroke Recovery in Lower-Resource Settings
- WSO/WHL Joint Session on salt substitution and stroke reduction
ALT Poster for the 18th World Stroke Congress in 2026, Seoul, Korea. Features a traditional building with reflections on water at night. Text: "WELCOME #WCS2026." Logos for "World Stroke Organization" and "Korean Stroke Society." Dates: October 21-23.
Rwanda NCD Alliance retweeted
📢20% fewer premature deaths from NCDs across East Africa by 2030!
That is the goal of the EAC Regional NCD Framework, for a region of 283.7 million people.
EANCDA worked alongside @jumuiya to deliver this vital tool.
One target.
Seven Countries.
Let's get there together
🌍 Did you know?
East Africa now has a Regional Strategic Framework for Prevention and Control of NCDs— the first of its kind on the African continent! 💡
Launched at the 4th Global NCD Alliance Forum, it guides all 7 member states to scale up NCD prevention, care & policy action across the region.
Have a look: shorturl.at/E1UtX
ALT The launch of the EAC Regional NCD Strategic Framework on 13th February, 2025 in Kigali, Rwanda.
Rwanda NCD Alliance launches a nationwide sickle cell advocacy campaign, partnering with media to tackle stigma and champion early diagnosis and equitable care.
Join us in turning awareness into action.
READ FULL STATEMENT 👇👇👇👇
#SickleCellDisease #SickleCellAwareness #SickleCellMatters
Rwanda NCD Alliance retweeted
𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 welcomes 𝐃𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐊𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐤𝐞𝐳𝐢, 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐍𝐂𝐃 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐊𝐞𝐧𝐲𝐚, as a speaker at the 𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞.
A pharmacist with a PhD in medicinal chemistry, Catherine brings experience in noncommunicable disease prevention, research, advocacy and policy development. Her work contributes to strengthening health systems across the region.
Under the theme “𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦”, the conference will explore how patients and patient organisations can influence healthcare policy, practice and system improvement.
Join us on 𝟕–𝟖 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐢, 𝐊𝐞𝐧𝐲𝐚, with options to attend in person or online.
We thank our Silver sponsors, EMD Serono, Boehringer Ingelheim and Bristol Myers Squibb, and our Bronze sponsor, Roche, for supporting the 3rd World Patients Conference.
𝑹𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒇𝒓𝒆𝒆 𝒗𝒊𝒓𝒕𝒖𝒂𝒍 𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒑𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏:
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Rwanda NCD Alliance retweeted
🧠𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗟 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛 𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗦!
This #CarFreeDay, as we mark #WorldMentalHealthDay, let’s recognise the power of physical activity in supporting mental well-being. 🏃🏽♀️
Through sport, we can reduce stress, strengthen connections and inspire healthier lifestyles. Let’s break the stigma, speak up and support one another.
A healthy mind is part of a healthy life!
#WorldMentalHealthDay #CarFreeDay #SoberGen
Rwanda NCD Alliance retweeted
🏃🏾♀️ Kigali, let’s move! 🔥 Join #CarFreeDay tomorrow, 7–11 AM, for FREE BP, blood sugar & BMI screening at the @RwandaNCDAlliance white tent. Bring your crew, know your numbers & #BeatNCDs! 🇷🇼💪🏾 #ActOnNCDs
Move for your health. Know your numbers. Take action! 🏃🏾♀️
Join Kigali’s special #CarFreeDay tomorrow, Saturday, 10 October 2026, from 7:00 AM–11:00 AM for a morning of physical activity, fitness and healthy living.
Visit the Rwanda NCD Alliance white tent for FREE NCD screening:
🩺 Blood pressure
🩸 Blood glucose
⚖️ Body Mass Index (BMI)
Get your results and receive one-on-one health counselling from our team to understand your numbers and the next steps for your health.
Bring your family and friends—make screening part of your Car Free Day!
Let’s move together to #BeatNCDs and #ActOnNCDs for a healthier Rwanda! 🇷🇼
Move for your health. Know your numbers. Take action! 🏃🏾♀️
Join Kigali’s special #CarFreeDay tomorrow, Saturday, 10 October 2026, from 7:00 AM–11:00 AM for a morning of physical activity, fitness and healthy living.
Visit the Rwanda NCD Alliance white tent for FREE NCD screening:
🩺 Blood pressure
🩸 Blood glucose
⚖️ Body Mass Index (BMI)
Get your results and receive one-on-one health counselling from our team to understand your numbers and the next steps for your health.
Bring your family and friends—make screening part of your Car Free Day!
Let’s move together to #BeatNCDs and #ActOnNCDs for a healthier Rwanda! 🇷🇼
Rwanda NCD Alliance retweeted
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
#BreastCancer is the most common cancer among women globally and represents approximately a quarter of all cancers that occur in women every year.
With 1 in 6 cancer deaths in women worldwide, breast cancer is also the leading cause of cancer deaths among women globally.
Breast cancer is highly curable if detected in its early stages and adequate treatment is provided bit.ly/4o0GzFS
Rwanda NCD Alliance retweeted
🎀 PINK OCTOBER
Every story is unique. Every journey matters.
This Pink October, let’s raise awareness, encourage early detection, support those affected, and work together toward a future where no one faces breast cancer alone.
#PinkOctober #BreastCancerAwareness
Rwanda NCD Alliance retweeted
🎀 Every story deserves to be heard, and every person affected by breast cancer deserves support. This Pink October, let’s start conversations, challenge stigma, and stand with those affected. #PinkOctober
🎀 Pink October is here!
Rwanda NCD Alliance is pleased to join the global community in educating about breast cancer, raising awareness, and standing with everyone affected.
“Every story is unique, every journey matters.”
Behind every diagnosis is a person with hopes, a family, and a story that deserves to be heard. This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, let’s make space for those stories and encourage conversations rooted in compassion and reliable information.
Together, we can challenge stigma, encourage timely care, and remind people affected by breast cancer that they deserve support at every stage. 💗
Join us this October: share awareness messages, start a conversation, and check in on someone affected by breast cancer.
#PinkOctober #BreastCancerAwareness
Rwanda NCD Alliance retweeted
🎗️ October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth. Let's raise awareness, encourage early detection and strengthen access to treatment in Rwanda.
Rwanda's 2024–2025 health report recorded 202,504 clinical breast examinations between July 2024 and June 2025. Of those screened, 6,116 had abnormal findings, highlighting the importance of follow-up and timely diagnosis.
Despite progress in awareness and screening, late diagnosis and barriers to treatment remain challenges.
Early detection saves lives. Awareness must lead to action.
#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #Rwanda
🎀 Pink October is here!
Rwanda NCD Alliance is pleased to join the global community in educating about breast cancer, raising awareness, and standing with everyone affected.
“Every story is unique, every journey matters.”
Behind every diagnosis is a person with hopes, a family, and a story that deserves to be heard. This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, let’s make space for those stories and encourage conversations rooted in compassion and reliable information.
Together, we can challenge stigma, encourage timely care, and remind people affected by breast cancer that they deserve support at every stage. 💗
Join us this October: share awareness messages, start a conversation, and check in on someone affected by breast cancer.
#PinkOctober #BreastCancerAwareness
🎀 Pink October is here!
Rwanda NCD Alliance is pleased to join the global community in educating about breast cancer, raising awareness, and standing with everyone affected.
“Every story is unique, every journey matters.”
Behind every diagnosis is a person with hopes, a family, and a story that deserves to be heard. This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, let’s make space for those stories and encourage conversations rooted in compassion and reliable information.
Together, we can challenge stigma, encourage timely care, and remind people affected by breast cancer that they deserve support at every stage. 💗
Join us this October: share awareness messages, start a conversation, and check in on someone affected by breast cancer.
#PinkOctober #BreastCancerAwareness
Rwanda NCD Alliance retweeted
Unhealthy diet especially the 9ne containing industrially Trans-Fatty Acids are the contributing cause of Cardiovascular diseases. Governments and the community at large be more watchful.
❤️ DON’T MISS A BEAT!
Speaking on @RwandaTV news bulletin today, Prof. @DrMucumbitsiJ , Chairperson of Rwanda NCD Alliance and President of Rwanda Heart Organization, discussed on this year’s World Heart Day celebrations in Rwanda and the progress made in treating cardiovascular diseases in the country.
This World Heart Day 2026, the theme “Don’t Miss a Beat” reminds us to give our hearts the attention they deserve and make heart health a priority every day.
His central message was clear: “Know your numbers.”
#WorldHeartDay2026 #DontMissABeat #HeartHealth
Rwanda NCD Alliance retweeted
Yes, prevention and early detection are the key messages. Recognizing the warning signs of heart attack and stroke to sick for specialized treatment can save your life.
❤️ DON’T MISS A BEAT!
Speaking on @RwandaTV news bulletin today, Prof. @DrMucumbitsiJ , Chairperson of Rwanda NCD Alliance and President of Rwanda Heart Organization, discussed on this year’s World Heart Day celebrations in Rwanda and the progress made in treating cardiovascular diseases in the country.
This World Heart Day 2026, the theme “Don’t Miss a Beat” reminds us to give our hearts the attention they deserve and make heart health a priority every day.
His central message was clear: “Know your numbers.”
#WorldHeartDay2026 #DontMissABeat #HeartHealth