KIGALI – 26/03/2026, Members of Parliament have lauded the government’s "citizen-centred" approach to healthcare, noting significant improvements in national wellbeing. However, lawmakers are now calling for a more aggressive push toward mental health support and the early detection of non-communicable diseases (NCDs).

In a briefing to Parliament, Prime Minister Nsengiyumva reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to sustained investment in the health sector in partnership with stakeholders. He emphasised that better health enables citizens to contribute productively to national development and improve their well-being, guided by a citizen-first approach. He added that healthy citizens are not only beneficiaries of services but key partners in Rwanda’s socio-economic transformation.

While acknowledging the strides made in infrastructure and access, Members of Parliament identified four critical areas that require immediate attention:
•        Mental Health Awareness: Intensifying campaigns to destigmatise and increase the use of mental health services.
•        School Support: Deploying specialised staff to schools to support the psychological well-being of students.
•        Cancer Care Expansion: Making life-saving cancer treatment drugs more accessible at the district hospital level.
•        Preventive Screening: Strengthening early detection programs for non-communicable diseases to catch health issues before they become critical.
Parliament concluded the session by pledging to maintain rigorous oversight. Moving forward, lawmakers will monitor the implementation of these health strategies to ensure the progress is not only continued but sustainable for future generations