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Applications are now open for admission to our Centres of Excellence MSc and PhD programs!
Don't miss this opportunity. Apply today!
For more details, visit: ur.ac.rw/spip.php?page=ur-se…
#MSc #PhD #HigherEducation #Research #Innovation #ApplyNow
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Prof. Leon Mutesa, ACT-CHIK Project Lead, highlighted that Chikungunya is often misdiagnosed as malaria in #Africa and as Zika in other parts of the world, leading to challenges in disease management and surveillance.
He noted that the ACT-CHIK Project will strengthen capacity for clinical trials, build on the progress already made by Institut Pasteur, a key consortium partner, and contribute to eradicating cases of misdiagnosis.
A historic milestone in the fight against #Chikungunya!
Today, we proudly hosted the official launch of the ACT-CHIK Project (Accelerating #Chikungunya Vaccine Development in Africa). Over the next three days, partners from across the globe will explore strategies to advance clinical trials and lay the groundwork for chikungunya vaccine manufacturing in Africa.
Led by the Institut Pasteur and funded by the Global Health EDCTP3, the four-year initiative unites seven partners from #Rwanda, #France, #Senegal, #Brazil, #Nigeria, #Kenya, and #SouthKorea.
Clinical trials will be conducted in #Rwanda, #Kenya, #Nigeria, and #Senegal, generating critical evidence to accelerate vaccine development for African populations, including younger age groups.
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Sotiris Missailidis, ACT-CHIK Project Coordinator from Institut Pasteur, expressed confidence that ACT-CHIK consortium will help deliver the first #Chikungunya #vaccine developed for children and produced in Africa.
He noted that existing chikungunya vaccines were primarily developed for travelers, not manufactured in Africa, and have limited accessibility for the populations most affected by the disease.
Also present at the launch was Anh Wartel, Deputy Director General and Regional Director of the Europe Regional Office at #IVI. She highlighted that the ACT-CHIK consortium comes at a crucial time to support #Rwanda and other African countries in strengthening clinical trial capacity and advancing #vaccine manufacturing capabilities across the continent.
A historic milestone in the fight against #Chikungunya!
Today, we proudly hosted the official launch of the ACT-CHIK Project (Accelerating #Chikungunya Vaccine Development in Africa). Over the next three days, partners from across the globe will explore strategies to advance clinical trials and lay the groundwork for chikungunya vaccine manufacturing in Africa.
Led by the Institut Pasteur and funded by the Global Health EDCTP3, the four-year initiative unites seven partners from #Rwanda, #France, #Senegal, #Brazil, #Nigeria, #Kenya, and #SouthKorea.
Clinical trials will be conducted in #Rwanda, #Kenya, #Nigeria, and #Senegal, generating critical evidence to accelerate vaccine development for African populations, including younger age groups.
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“We aim to produce graduates who are not only job seekers but solution providers,” Prof. @mdkayihura emphasized. He hailed UR’s rise to the Top 40 in Sub-Saharan Africa & called for bold reflection, generous contribution & meaningful collaboration. #URCE2025 #Edu4SD
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"Education is the bedrock of sustainable development, peace & shared prosperity," said Prof.@mdkayihura @Uni_Rwanda VC, at the opening of the 3rd Int'l Conf. on Reshaping Education for SD. The 3-day event brings together global experts to rethink education’s future. @Rwanda_Edu
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"Education is not merely a sectoral priority, but a powerful catalyst for societal transformation,” said Prof. Florien Nsanganwimana, UR-CE Acting Principal. “We must build agile, inclusive systems that respond to today’s global challenges.” #URCE2025 #Edu4SD
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“Each edition reaffirms a critical truth:education, when grounded in shared vision and reflective dialogue, holds transformative power not only within classrooms, but across entire societies. These conferences are not episodic events—they’re building a scholarly tradition and a
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(1/3)With humility and purpose, I welcome you to the 3rd International Conference on Reshaping Education for Sustainable Development,” said Prof. Wenceslas Nzabalirwa from @Uni_Rwanda-CE.
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"Rwanda’s education vision aligns closely with #SDG4 and aims to nurture an innovative, skilled, ðically grounded citizenry. Conferences like this strengthen academic institutions & promote deeper partnerships that transcend borders.
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“We believe that education is more than a right—it is the engine of national dev't, personal empowerment, & global peace.”
— Eng. Pascal Gatabazi, Chief Technical Advisor, @Rwanda_Edu, on behalf of the Hon. Minister, during the official opening of the 3rd UR-CE Int'l Conference.
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Recently, @USpiu Ag.Coordinator Dr.Micheal Mugisha joined @MHB_Research led-by PI @stefaninkigali in a pre-workshop meeting to develop a psychosocial game for diagnosing MH issues in adolescents living with HIV #EAPOCVLStudy. He shared insights on user-centered game design.
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Today we commemorate the 31st anniversary of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi and begin the official commemoration week.
Remember - Unite - Renew
#Kwibuka31
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Today, Vice Chancellor @mdkayihura and Senior Management met, and commended Principal Investigators (PIs) and staff involved in various projects. These play a pivotal role in helping the University fulfill its strategic mandate as a hub of knowledge and change.
He urged the PIs to remain actively engaged in research and innovation that directly impact the community, thereby contributing to #Rwanda's National Strategy for Transformation [#NST]
Since 2017, the University of Rwanda has undertaken 349 projects involving a total of 3,114 staff members. Over the past seven years, these projects have provided sponsorship to 2,496 students.
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Here is the 3rd @Uni_Rwanda @GiihUr Innovation Week. With experts from academia, industry & policy-makers, we will discuss issues (challenges, opportunities) pertaining to innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem. #URInnovationWeek2024 @NyiringangoP @UNDP_Rwanda @Jasiri4Africa
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Join us live for the 2024 Graduation Ceremony! Don’t miss this joyful moment—tune in with the link and celebrate with us.#URGraduation2024
youtube.com/live/sqjMv-EZ3sY…
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#URGraduation2024. As we get ready for the graduation ceremony tomorrow, here are some facts:
1. Total: 8,068
2. Female: 3,109
3. Male: 4,959
4. Undergraduate:6,657
5. Masters: 946
6. PhD: 53
Among them, 9 Masters & 9PhDs are from @aceitlms Congratulations! @Ace2Africa @UR_CoE
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In few hours, we are celebrating our achievements through #URGraduation2024. Here are some facts:
1. Total: 8,068
2. Female: 3,109
3. Male: 4,959
4. Undergraduate:6,657
5. Masters: 946
6. PhD: 53
Among them, 37Masters & 8PhDs are from @UR_aceds Congratulations! @Ace2Africa