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The Red Cross Fundamental Principles provide an ethical, operational and institutional framework for our work across the country. These principles define us. They are at the core of our approaches to helping people in need during natural disasters and other emergencies
Today, November 2,2026, a delegation from the @TrRedCrescent visited @Rwandaredcross HQ. Discussions focused on strengthening cooperation and exploring partnership opportunities between the two National Societies to advance humanitarian action and support vulnerable communities.
On 30 October 2026, @RwandaRedCross closed its Annual Partnership Meeting, with participants expressing satisfaction with the resolutions adopted.
The meeting also provided an opportunity to visit the Urukomo Model Village in Jarama Sector, @NgomaDistrict. @IFRCAfrica .
In this village, 15 vulnerable families received livestock, while all 152 households of the village, benefited from kitchen sets. This support gathered, is around 30 million RWF. @IFRCAfrica
In this village, 15 vulnerable families received livestock, while all 152 households of the village, benefited from kitchen sets. This support gathered is around 30 million.@IFRCAfrica
Day 2 of Rwanda Red Cross Annual Partnership Meeting 2026 was marked by the inauguration of Kayonza Strategic Stock and RIS Ngoma Hotel,strengthening the Society’s humanitarian response capacity and commitment to building resilient communities. @KayonzaDistrict , @NgomaDistrict
From 28–30 October, @Rwandaredcross is holding its Annual Partnership Meeting. On Day 1, participants toured HQ facilities, including the Lifeline EMS & First Aid Center, strategic stock, and buildings under construction, showcasing the organization’s humanitarian capacity.
In #RubavuDistrict, #Rwandaredcross volunteers are placing sandbags to protect homes from flooding.
Together with local authorities, they are raising awareness and encouraging residents to clear drainage channels and secure their homes to reduce flood risks. @PunainenRisti
On 23 October, @RwandaRedCross volunteers joined residents of Kayanza Village in Nyundo Sector, @RubavuDistrict , during the community work to fill and place sandbags at flood-prone hotspots, helping protect homes from flooding. @PunainenRisti, @IFRCAfrica , @RwandaEmergency
Today in Nyundo Sector, @RubavuDistrict, 30 Rwanda Red Cross volunteer, local authorities and community members continue sandbagging activities under the Flood Early Action Protocol (EAP), supported by @IFRCAfrica. @PunainenRisti, @RwandaEmergency, @NyabihuDistrict
These actions aim to reduce flood risks and protect 60 vulnerable households living in flood-prone areas. @IFRCAfrica , @PunainenRisti
On 20 October 2026, under the #WHCA Programme, a field visit to Dushyirehamwe Nyakariba Cooperative in @KarongiDistr highlighted progress in climate-smart agriculture. @RodeKruis, @IFRCAfrica.
With 104 members (80 women and 24 men), the cooperative is cultivating maize on six hectares, and crops are growing well.
These efforts strengthen climate resilience, promote sustainable agriculture, and enhance local food security. @IFRCAfrica , @RodeKruis , @KarongiDistr
In @RubavuDistrict, @Rwandaredcross, in collaboration with @RwandaEmergency and local authorities, is conducting ongoing assessments to identify priority areas for sandbag placement to help reduce flood risks and protect vulnerable communities. @IFRCAfrica, @PunainenRisti ,
@Rwandaredcross volunteers continue to disseminate early warning messages through community meetings and door-to-door visits, reaching communities in high-risk flood zones and mobilizing residents to reduce flood risks in collaboration with local authorities. @RwandaEmergency
These actions are implemented under the Simplified Early Action Protocol (sEAP), supported by @IFRCAfrica , to help communities prepare for and mitigate the impacts of flooding. @PunainenRisti , @RwandaEmergency, @RubavuDistrict, @NyabihuDistrict
On 19 October 2026, Rwanda Red Cross volunteers in Kanama Sector, @RubavuDistrict , conducted community work (Umuganda) under the Simplified Early Action Protocol (sEAP) to reduce flood risks. @IFRCAfrica, @PunainenRisti, @RwandaEmergency, @NyabihuDistrict
By clearing vegetation and unblocking water channels along the Bukeri River, which flows into the Sebeya River, volunteers are helping prevent water overflow and protect vulnerable communities before disasters strike. @IFRCAfrica,@PunainenRisti,@RwandaEmergency, @NyabihuDistrict
The Rwanda Red Cross Youth Club (RRYC) empowers students with essential life skills in hygiene, nutrition, and first aid.
A competition brought together 400 students from eight schools to showcase their knowledge through creative dances, dramas, poems and songs.@JRCS_PR
Organized with the support of RRC field officers and volunteers, the event attracted community members, school leaders, and local authorities.
This initiative supported by @JRCS_PR promotes knowledge sharing, youth empowerment, and community resilience.
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Congratulations to @MountKigaliUni , Champions of the 2026 International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Moot Court Competition, after a great final against @unilak_rwanda .
Held on 15 & 16 October, the competition advanced IHL awareness & implementation in Rwanda.
