Rainbow Rwanda Ltd , Produces new Food Products to combat Malnutrition By: MKUR Students Rainbow Worker displaying Monti porridge . (Courtesy of Rainbow Health ltd) A community health push in Jali Sector is gaining momentum as fortified porridge becomes a central tool in the fight against child malnutrition, anemia, and poor dietary intake among vulnerable households. The initiative, supported by Rainbow Health Food Ltd, is steadily reshaping local health outcomes and is encouraging families to rethink nutrition practices. In the sector malnutrition particularly iron deficiency and stunting remains one of the most persistent public health challenges. Although Jali is a growing urban area, many households still rely on basic, unfortified porridge lacking essential nutrients needed for young children. To address this ,Rain bow Health Rwanda ltd and distribution teams have increased circulation of Monti Composite Flour, a fortifi...
By Bos Buhiga Rwanda – In many rural parts of Rwanda, poor housing conditions continue to affect thousands of families, raising concerns about health, safety, and dignity in village communities. Despite ongoing government efforts to improve rural development, a significant number of citizens still live in crumbling mud houses with leaking roofs and unstable foundations. Across villages in districts like Nyamagabe, Karongi, and Rutsiro, families rely on traditional construction methods using mud, sticks, and banana leaves due to the lack of affordable materials. During Rwanda’s rainy season, these structures are especially vulnerable, with some collapsing entirely under the weight of heavy rain and wind. Many residents say they fear for their children’s safety, especially at night. “Our home gets flooded every time it rains,” said Claudine Mukamana, a mother of four from Nyaruguru District. “We have to move everything to the corners and cover ourselves with plastic bags. It’s not safe, ...
story by: Bos Buhiga One of the biggest challenges facing rural Rwanda is the lack of reliable access to electricity. While the government has made progress in expanding the national grid, many remote villages remain in the dark. For most rural households, electricity is either unavailable or too expensive, making it difficult to power homes, schools, health centers, and businesses. This lack of electricity affects nearly every aspect of daily life. Children struggle to study at night due to poor lighting, while health centers operate without proper refrigeration for medicines or lighting for nighttime care. Farmers cannot process or store their crops efficiently, and small businesses are unable to grow due to limited energy access. To address this issue, Rwanda has introduced off-grid solutions such as solar panels and mini-grids, but the coverage is still limited. Expanding these programs and making them more affordable can help bridge the energy gap. Improving rural elect...
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