Nursing Research Club (NRC)

The day has arrived; we are now kick starting our #NRCSymposium2026 Welcome to every attendee, speaker, partner, and guest joining us for this impactful event looking forward to learning, networking, and inspiring one another! #TechInPHCAndUHC #ViveNursingProfession

Tomorrow, 17th May 2026, join us for #RwamaganaCarFreeDay ! Free NCDs screening available. Let’s move for better health together. #NCDPrevention

@unicefrw @WHOAFRO @RBCRwanda @ViebegM @ConcordeBienven @UCUniversity @mnls_nke @RwandaHealth Panel Discussion: Topic: AI and Digital innovations for HIV, NCDs, SRHR, and inclusion for rural, hard-to-reach, refugee, disability, and underserved populations. Panelists: 1. Mr. NDANGURURA Denys: UGHE 2.Mrs. Therese BAGWANEZA, Team Heart Rwanda Moderator: Mr. Eric TUYISENGE

Recognizing the role of the Nurse as the backbone of all we do. Nurse Researcher, Theresa Bagwaneza, RN, MPH discusses the role of digital technology to improve patient care and survival outcomes. Highlighting the Compass app, to improve anti-coagulation management in the community. Now in pilot testing in four Rwanda sites with key partners. @NursingR_Club @ur_sonm @TeamHeartKigali

Inspired by the keynote from @mnls_nke of @RwandaHealth at #NRCSymposium2026 on transforming nurses into digital health users,data interpreters and innovation leaders. This is exactly the mission of @NurseMeetTech—empowering nurses to drive digital health transformation

@unicefrw @WHOAFRO @RBCRwanda @ViebegM @ConcordeBienven @UCUniversity @mnls_nke @RwandaHealth @ughe_org @TeamHeartKigali @NDANGURURADenys @CHAI_health @NCNMRwanda @WHORwanda @Uni_Rwanda @TeamHeartRwanda He concluded by expressing gratitude to all partners, mentors, sponsors, teachers, and participants whose support made the #NRCSymposium2026 a success, reaffirming a shared commitment toward a healthier and more innovative future toward healthcare delivery. #ViveNursingProfession

@unicefrw @WHOAFRO @RBCRwanda @ViebegM @ConcordeBienven @UCUniversity @mnls_nke @RwandaHealth @ughe_org @TeamHeartKigali @NDANGURURADenys @CHAI_health @NCNMRwanda @WHORwanda @Uni_Rwanda @TeamHeartRwanda He highlighted the remarkable growth of the NRC Symposium from its first edition to 2026, describing it as a powerful platform connecting professionals, students, policymakers, and researchers across Africa and beyond to drive scientific innovation and a healthier future.⬇️

The Day 2 of the #NRCSymposium2026 is officially underway! Attendees have arrived, registrations are ongoing, and we are set for another day of insightful discussions, learning, collaboration, and innovation toward PHC and UHC. #NRCSymposium2026 #TechInPHCAndUHC

She encouraged nurses and midwives to embrace persistence, learning, and excellence, noting that difficult paths often lead to meaningful impact in PHC, UHC, and healthcare leadership across Africa. #NRCSymposium2026 #TechInPHCAndUHC #ViveNursingProfession

Prof. Madeleine Mukeshimana; Chair of NRC Mentors, highlighted that “every great journey begins with chaos,” reminding nurses and midwives that challenges shape resilient and innovative leaders in advancing PHC, UHC, and responsible innovation in Africa. #NRCSymposium2026

#NRCSymposium2026 #TechInPHCAndUHC #ViveNursingProfession

The keynote speech from Dr. Menelas NKESHIMANA, representing Rwandan Ministry of Health; highlighting how technology and AI are transforming nursing practice into a more digital, data-driven and innovative profession, reaffirming nurses as the backbone of a stronger health system

He also emphasized the growing contribution of nurses in building digital healthcare systems and applauded students for their innovative digital health projects shaping the future of healthcare. #NRCSymposium2026 #TechInPHCAndUHC #ViveNursingProfession

"Today, technology continues to save lives". During his remarks, @PKayitana28680 from @ZiplineRwanda highlighted how Zipline uses AI-powered drones to deliver blood, vaccines, and medicines within minutes, transforming healthcare access and reducing inefficiencies.