Information sharing is key to successful implementation of public health programs: It is only through timely informed decisions that the health sector can guaranty efficiency and effectiveness of its interventions.

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Rwanda successfully hosted the International Conference on AIDS and STIs in Africa (ICASA). This was a gathering of global/international/local scientists, leaders and activists working to address AIDS and STIs as global health challenges and assess progress made towards creating a free AIDS generation in Africa.

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I would like to assure Rwanda Public Health Bulletin readers that since the declaration of the outbreak in China in December 2019.

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As the fight against COVID-19 continues, it is very critical that authentic and evidence-based information is accessible to healthcare workers and the entire general population. The RPHB is one of the credible sources with a mission to disseminate the reliable and accurate information to all healthcare professionals and general population. This allows Rwanda’s task force to concentrate their efforts on actual response activities and not scatter energy on addressing rumors, therefore reinforcing prevention measures to the overall population.

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This issue comes out in a period where Rwanda is progressively recovering from the COVID-19 crisis. This is evidenced by the decrease in incidence and prevalence with high recovery rates.

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In this issue, you will read about the COVID-19 updates, and on the development and usage of COVID-19 vaccines worldwide as well as new emerging SARS-CoV-2 variants. Considering that the health system is still demanded to address other diseases areas and health programs, this issue also includes topics on the provision of family planning services in Rwanda.

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The world has been through constant public health alert with multiple interventions to limit the rapid progress of COVID-19, the organization of treatment sites and case management of COVID-19, and the implementation of strategies and policies to contain and prevent the disease. In addition, Africa is recording the 3rd wave of the rise of COVID-19 cases with an increasing impact of lockdown measures on the economy.

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Rwanda is one of the resource-limited countries with high rates of antimicrobial resistance, increasing the disease burden to already strained healthcare systems. However, there are still some limitations in antimicrobial resistance surveillance, awareness, and prevention, highlighting the urgent need to take action against this serious public health threat.

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It is my pleasure to introduce the latest issue of the Rwanda Public Health Bulletin (RPHB), highlighting the concerning topic of drug and substance abuse among Rwandan adolescents and other health problems.

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It is my pleasure to introduce the latest issue of the Rwanda Public Health Bulletin (RPHB), highlighting the trauma and crises experienced during the commemoration period of the 1994 genocide against Tutsi. The 1994 genocide against Tutsi is a stark reminder of the depths of human suffering. Twenty-nine years have passed since those harrowing 100 dark days that forever impacted Rwandans, and the scars are still visible, both physically and psychologically, as survivors grapple with the aftermath of unimaginable violence, loss, and horrors.

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It is with pleasure to welcome you to the latest issue of the Rwanda Public Health Bulletin, dedicated to the critical topic of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs). NCDs are a global health crisis, and Rwanda is no exception. These diseases, which include cervical cancer, obesity, and chronic kidney diseases, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and others are responsible for a significant burden of morbidity and mortality worldwide. NCDs have a profound impact on the lives of our citizens and necessitate dedicated efforts in prevention, early detection, and management.

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It is with pleasure to welcome you to the latest issue of the Rwanda Public Health Bulletin, a platform that has been at the forefront of disseminating important insights and knowledge to the healthcare and research community in Rwanda and internationally. In this issue, we focus on the use of data in public health policymaking, mainly tackling maternal and child health problems.

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As we commemorate the 30th anniversary of 1994 genocide against the Tutsi, we find ourselves at a poignant intersection of remembrance, resilience, and reflection. This issue of Rwanda Public Health Bulletin (RPHB) released against the backdrop of profound historical significance and contemporary challenges, presenting a theme that resonates deeply with the ethos of our nation.

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It is with great pleasure that I introduce Volume 5, Issue 2 of the Rwanda Public Health Bulletin (RPHB), a dedicated issue focusing on the critical aspects of maternal and child health.

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I'm pleased to present this special edition of the Rwanda Public Health Bulletin(RPHB), which compiles the abstracts from the 2024 health Research and Policy Conference. This year's conference, held from 20-21, 2024, at the Kigali Convention Centre, Kigali Rwanda, brought together a diverse group of professionals from the health sector, including researchers, policymakers, clinicians, and development partners. Under the theme, "Advancing Research for Healthy Rwanda," the conference highlighted the essential role of research in addressing pressing public health challenges and informing policy decisions that will shape Rwanda's future health landscape.

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This issue features key insights on vital areas such as reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health, surgical safety, patient flow efficiency, and the prevention of infections in healthcare settings. Each of these articles highlights the outstanding work being done by health professional, researchers, and institutions in driving quality improvement. From analyzing patient satisfaction and enhancing post-surgical outcomes to optimizing hospital processes, these contributions are invaluable in our quest to provide world-class healthcare.

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