
Richard Bishumba
Health Columnist, The New Times Rwanda at The New Times
Public Health • Strategic Partnerships • Pharmacist
Articles
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3 weeks ago |
newtimes.co.rw | Richard Bishumba
Women make up more than 60% of the agricultural labor force in Sub-Saharan Africa, but only own about 15% of agricultural land.
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3 weeks ago |
allafrica.com | Richard Bishumba
African leaders almost always say the right things. They sign visionary treaties, deliver rousing speeches about continental unity, and proclaim their commitment to integration. But too often, they do very little at best and the exact opposite at worst. The disconnect between word and deed is not just frustrating. It is what holds Africa back. Take, for example, the issue of free movement of people.
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3 weeks ago |
newtimes.co.rw | Richard Bishumba
Rwanda began offering visas upon arrival to all Africans in 2018 and transitioned to a visa-free regime in 2023. Only three other countries – The Gambia, Benin, and Seychelles – are visa-free for all African nationals. File
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Oct 30, 2024 |
newtimes.co.rw | Richard Bishumba
Dr. Armindo Daniel Tiago, the Minister of Health of Mozambique, arrives at Radisson Blu Hotel in Maputo to open the 4th African Medicines Regulatory Harmonisation (AMRH) Week on Wednesday, October 30.
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Oct 30, 2024 |
newtimes.co.rw | Richard Bishumba
A traditional dance group performs at the opening ceremony of the 4th African Medicines Regulatory Harmonisation (AMRH) Week in Maputo, Mozambique, on Wednesday, October 30. Courtesy photos
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