Dr. Jim Yong Kim, UGHE Chancellor & Cofounder of PIH, talks with Wendy Prudhomme O’Meara, Duke Global Health Institute Deputy Director, during DGHI’s 2025 Victor J. Dzau Distinguished Lecture in Global Health. Photo credit: Alicia Banks A Call for the Moral Choice of Optimism in Global Health
Dr. Jim Yong Kim, the Chancellor of the University of Global Health Equity (UGHE), accompanied by Prof. Philip Cotton, UGHE Vice Chancellor, visited Duke Global Health Institute (DGHI) on April 15. He delivered the keynote address, “Paul Farmer and the Unfinished Agenda for Global Health Equity,” in the 2025 Victor J. Dzau Distinguished Lecture in Global Health […]
The conference brought together 115 medical schools across 31 countries. Historic Launch of the Consortium of Medical Schools in Africa (CoMSA) and Election of Inaugural Leadership
Advancing Medical Education in Africa Conference (MedEdAfrica 2025) has achieved a major milestone in African medical education. Hosted by the Ministry of Health of Rwanda, University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) in Kigali, Rwanda, the two-day event, held from March 24–25, 2025. The conference brought together over 600 delegates, including deans and faculty from 115 […]
Hon. Paula Ingabire called for bold action to close gender gaps in healthcare, technology, and leadership. Photo by Daniel Ndugu Alpha / UGHE Accelerating Action at UGHE: Hon. Paula Ingabire Calls for Bold Steps to Advance Gender Equity
The University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) believes in action, not just conversation. On March 14, 2025, UGHE hosted Hon. Paula Ingabire, Rwanda’s Minister of ICT and Innovation, at its Butaro campus for a discussion on #AccelerateAction as part of its International Women’s Day celebration. Students, faculty, and staff gathered to reflect on how we […]
UGHE Partners with the Mastercard Foundation
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Global Health Equity We are pleased to announce the launch of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Global Health Equity (UGHE). This impactful initiative aims to provide educational opportunities to young Africans facing the highest social and economic barriers, including young women, refugees and displaced […]
UGHE Climbs from 8th to 4th in Sub-Saharan African University Rankings
The University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) has been ranked 4th among universities in Sub-Saharan Africa, according to the 2024 Times Higher Education (THE) rankings. This marks a significant improvement from last year’s ranking, where UGHE was 8th. This year, 129 universities from 22 countries were assessed. These include the University of Johannesburg, the University […]
Dr Ornella Masimbi surveilling students in the UGHE Simulation Lab, from the control room. Delivering Hands-on Experience to Global Health Leaders: The State-of-the-Art Simulation and Skills Centre
Medical errors are a significant concern globally, significantly impacting patient safety. According to the World Health Organisation, around 1 in every 10 patients is harmed while receiving health care. These errors, including misdiagnoses, surgical errors, and unsafe injection practices, have led to deaths or lifelong injuries. In developing countries, unsafe care causes the death of up to […]
A Journey Beyond the Classroom: Reflections of UGHE’s Inaugural Medical Class
The following story captures the journey of UGHE’s inaugural medical class pursuing the dual degree: Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery – Master of Science in Global Health Delivery (MBBS-MGHD). Through the voices of their representatives, Eden Gatesi and Axel Shimwa, they share their heartfelt reflections as they complete the first phase of their academic […]
PASHeF II gathered 40 African countries representatives, eager to address surgical services inequities. PASHeF 2024: The Roadmap to Equitable Surgical Healthcare for Africa
Kigali, Rwanda – The Pan-African Surgical Healthcare Forum (PASHeF) concluded a successful two-day conference at the Marriott Hotel in Kigali from September 16-17, 2024, under the theme “Roadmap to Equitable Surgical Healthcare for Africa.” A diverse delegation of healthcare leaders, policymakers, and practitioners, representing 40 African countries, including Ministers of Health, State Ministers, and their […]
Solange Umuhoza is pursuing her academic career at UGHE aspiring to become a servant global health leader From Humble Beginnings to Higher Medical Aspirations: The Journey of Umuhoza Solange
Born and raised in rural Nyagasambu, Rwamagana, a district of landscapes in Eastern Rwanda, Umuhoza Solange is the eldest of five children. From a humble family, she is currently pursuing her dream of a medical career at UGHE; aspiring for a global health leader career that would impact her community. Early Childhood Solange recalls the […]
54 students from 16 countries graduated with a Master of Science in Global Health Delivery, at UGHE UGHE Graduates Shine at Master of Science in Global Health Delivery Commencement
Kigali, August 4th is a day of celebration for the University of Global Health Equity (UGHE). In a heartbeat, a memorious moment, 54 lions and lionesses marching into the epilogue of their milestone. Standing in two lines, just a step behind their 16 respective flags, representing the diverse cultures they had enjoyed for nearly a […]
