In June 2025, the Health Builders Board of Directors, led by Board Chair Nancy Raynolds, embarked on a multi-site field visit to observe the impact of our work and engage directly with health workers, local leaders, and communities in rural Rwanda.

On May 29th, Health Builders, in partnership with the Rwanda Biomedical Center and with funding from Novartis, officially introduced the Cardio-Rwanda Project in Bugesera District. This three-year initiative aims to improve prevention, early detection, and management of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) across Bugesera, Rwamagana, and Kicukiro.

On 28^th May 2025, The Health Builders team witnessed first-hand the early progress of our Community Health Programme, designed to address hidden cardiovascular disease in underserved communities.

Marie Rose Uzamukunda, a 32-year-old resident, describes how Giko Health Post has been a game-changer for her family and neighbors.

Ingabire believes that the transformation of Mwulire Health Center has not only impacted individual lives but has also strengthened the community's resilience. This is her story.

Before Nkanga Health Post opened, community members had to travel 10 to 15 kilometers to access healthcare services at the nearest health centers. Now, the facility receives 325 consultations per month!

Since opening in May 2023, Mwulire Health Center has made a tremendous impact in the lives of thousands of Rwandans. See the amazing impact for yourself!

For many in the community, Giko Health Post is their only option for accessible healthcare. Despite its small setup, the health post has made a remarkable impact!

We are pleased to report significant progress in the implementation of the EMR system (also known as eBuzima) across health centers in Rwamagana District.

Rambura Health Center has addressed operational challenges and enhanced patient care through its new data-driven decision-making process.

Appointing a new manager leads to an incredible six-month transformation in Nyabihu.

Health Builders hosted a workshop in Rulindo District to help health center staff improve their planning and budgeting skills and to create a joint action plan to monitor activities.

As the year comes to a close, Health Builders is looking back on all we have accomplished together. None of this would be possible without support of our donors and partner organizations.

Earlier this fall, Health Builders launched a five-day training for 50 health care staff from Nyabihu health facilities on the new Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.

Our 2024 Annual Report, recaps a successful year of increasing access to high-quality health care in Rwanda. This report describes the life-saving work done during the 2023-2024 fiscal year

The donated ultrasound machine at Mwulire Health Center has made an incredible difference for patients. Jeanna, a midwife at that facility shared her experience.

Seven benefits of ultrasounds that demonstrate the transformative impact of ultrasounds for our clients, facility, and rural communities.

Exciting achievements and an incredible life-saving story from partnerships that increase awareness and treatment of Non-Communicable Diseases in rural Rwanda.

In June 2024, Health Builders supported a action plan workshop hosted in Rulindo District to help health centers improve management, achieve financial stability, and secure financing.

Health Builder supported Maternal and Child Health week in Rwanda June 3-7 2024.