Towards Health Improvements

Overview

WHO is the directing and coordinating authority for health within the United Nations system. It is responsible for providing leadership on global health matters, shaping the health research agenda, setting norms and standards, articulating evidence-based policy options, providing technical support to countries and monitoring and assessing health trends.
In the 21st century, health is a shared responsibility, involving equitable access to essential care and collective defense against transnational threats.

WHO in Rwanda

1994 was a watershed year in the history of Rwanda. A war and genocide left much of the country destroyed and more than 1 000 000 dead. In addition, a mass exodus from the country caused a shortage of human resources in the civil service. The health sector was not spared.

Following the cessation of hostilities, the Government of Rwanda has progressively re-established law and order, security and the civil service. A democratic government has been elected, and has taken steps to ensure the stability of the country. The economy has grown because of solid economic reforms and policies. The country is administratively divided into five provinces (East, West, South, North and Kigali City Town) and 30 districts.

Contacts in Rwanda:

Bosco Gasherebuka, WHO Rwanda Communication Officer
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WEB Sites  for Rwanda and for Regional Africa