Dr. Gallican Rwibasira
Division Manager | HIV, STI, Viral Hepatitis and Other Viral Diseases Control Division
Email : gallican.rwibasira@rbc.gov.rw
HIV, STI, Viral Hepatitis and Other Viral Diseases
Definition
The HIV, STI, Viral Hepatitis and Other Viral Diseases Control Division coordinates all activities to prevent HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and viral hepatitis. The department has four units: HIV Prevention, HIV Care and Treatment Services, HIV Epidemiology Surveillance and Research (HESR) and Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and Viral Hepatitis.
Core Units
HIV Prevention Unit
- HIV prevention campaigns
- Awareness programs
- PrEP, condoms & VMMC
- Community outreach
Care & Treatment Unit
- ART services
- Mental health support
- Pediatric HIV care
- Adherence programs
HESR Unit
- Data & surveillance
- Research & evaluation
- Program monitoring
- Policy support
STIs & Hepatitis Unit
- STI treatment programs
- Hepatitis control
- Screening & diagnosis
- Awareness campaigns
Key Functions
Prevention
- Reduce new HIV infections
- Promote safe practices
- Community mobilization
Testing & Counseling
- Voluntary HIV testing
- Community testing
- Self-test distribution
PMTCT
- Prevent mother-to-child transmission
- Support HIV-positive mothers
- Infant care services
Treatment & Care
- ART services
- Psychosocial care
- Long-term support
Key Populations
- Target high-risk populations
- Tailored health services
- Equitable access
Biomedical Services
- PrEP & PEP services
- Medical circumcision
- Condom distribution
STIs & Hepatitis
- Diagnosis & treatment
- Hepatitis programs
- Disease control
Leadership & Coordination
- Program coordination
- Partnerships
- Policy implementation
Frequently Asked Questions
What services does the HIV division provide?
The division provides HIV prevention, testing, treatment, STI management, viral hepatitis control, and community outreach services.
Who can access HIV services in Rwanda?
All individuals can access HIV services, including high-risk populations such as sex workers, MSM, transgender people, and mobile populations.
What is PrEP and PEP?
PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) and PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis) are medications used to prevent HIV infection before or after exposure.
How can I get tested for HIV?
You can get tested at health facilities, community testing sites, or use HIV self-testing kits available across Rwanda.
What is PMTCT?
PMTCT stands for Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission and helps prevent HIV transmission from mothers to their babies.
Rwanda HIV Context
People Living with HIV
~210,000 people are living with HIV in Rwanda.
This represents a national prevalence of approximately 3.0% among adults.
HIV Prevalence
The overall HIV prevalence among adults is about 2%–3%.
Women are more affected than men, with higher prevalence rates.
Epidemic Trends
Rwanda has reduced new HIV infections by over 80% in recent decades.
AIDS-related deaths have also significantly declined.
95-95-95 Achievement
Rwanda is among the few countries to achieve the UNAIDS targets:
- 96% know their status
- 98% of diagnosed on treatment
- 98% virally suppressed
PMTCT Success
Over 95% of HIV-positive pregnant women receive treatment.
This supports elimination of mother-to-child transmission.
Treatment Coverage
More than 94%+ of people living with HIV are on ART.
High retention rates ensure long-term treatment success.
UNAIDS 95-95-95 Progress
95% Know Their HIV Status
People living with HIV who know their status.
95% On Treatment
Diagnosed individuals receiving ART.
95% Virally Suppressed
People on treatment with viral suppression.
