Dr. Pacifique (on the right) has a practicum project on exploring the lived experiences of Podoconiosis patients in accessing water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) in Butaro. A Commitment to One Health: The Inspiring Journey of Pacifique Ufitinema Through MGHD
Early Beginnings and Professional Path From a young age, Dr. Ufitinema Pacifique had a deep desire to build a career centered around serving others. This passion strongly motivated her to pursue a career in medicine, leading her to become a dedicated medical professional. With over four years of experience, primarily working in rural hospitals, Dr. […]
Majok Deng Akok is one of the 49 master’s candidate from MGHD at the UGHE, graduating on August 4th Pioneering Surgical Care: UGHE Student Majok Deng Akok Shares His Vision
Majok Akok, a passionate health professional from South Sudan is a part of the 2024 graduating cohort of 49 students. He has been pursuing a Master of Science in Global Health Delivery (MGHD) with a focus on Global Surgery at UGHE. With a background in Public Health and Clinical Medicine from Assosa University in Ethiopia and experience […]
UGHE Alumna and Clinical Psychologist, Hildegarde Mukasakindi, is a dedicated mental health advocate. Photo by Asher Habinshuti/UGHE UGHE Alumna Advocates for Community Based Mental Health Care Model in Rwanda
Hildegarde Mukasakindi, a clinical psychologist and dedicated mental health advocate is a proud alumna of UGHE’s inaugural cohort of the Master of Science in Global Health Delivery. For Hildegarde, UGHE is more than just a campus; it holds personal significance. The skills and inspiration she gained from her alma mater have molded her into the […]
MBBS’29 Student, David B-Imas Saizay at Butaro Campus. Photo by Asher Habinshuti / UGHE Committed to Change: Liberian Medical Student David Pledges to Serve Communities
David B-Imas Saizay, a second-born in a family of four from Liberia, is currently pursuing his dream of becoming a medical doctor at the University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) in Rwanda. David never imagined pursuing a medical career. As a young boy, he admired his uncle, a soldier, and dreamed of following in his […]
Adigwe Faith at Butaro Campus, 2024. Photo by Asher Habinshuti / UGHE UGHE Student, Pharmacist Adigwe Empowers Women’s Health Through Art
Art can be a powerful conduit for social change. For UGHE MGHD student- Adigwe Faith Chukwudunmbi, it serves a higher purpose. As a pharmacist, Faith harnesses her artistic talent as an avenue for activism, particularly advocating for women’s health and rights in Nigeria through her pioneering initiative, the Viera Amber Girl’s Initiative (VAGIN). Faith believes […]
Dr. Eugene Tuyishime, UGHE Alumnus -MGHD’17 receiving the 2024 WFSA Rising Star Award in Singapore. Alumnus Spearheads Efforts for Equitable, Safe Surgical, Obstetrical, and Anesthesia Care in Rwanda and Beyond
An award-winning anesthesiologist, researcher, global health leader and advocate for health equity and social justice, UGHE Alum Dr. Eugene Tuyishime is passionately working to improve access to safe anesthesia, surgery, and obstetric care within Rwanda and other low- and middle-income countries especially in Sub Saharan Africa. Dr. Eugene, recently received the World Federation of Societies […]
“No Woman Should Succumb to Cervical Cancer” – UGHE Student Yvette on a Quest to Prevent Unnecessary Deaths
Cervical and Breast cancer is preventable yet it’s among the prevalent types of cancer impacting women globally, mostly in low-and middle-income countries underscoring the significance of screening and early detection – even for apparently healthy women. Dr. Yvette Nkurunziza was an intern medical doctor when she found herself confronting the harsh reality of late-stage cancer […]
Dean Abebe Bekele Receives CUGH’s Distinguished Leadership Award
In a momentous occasion, Professor Abebe Bekele, the Dean of the School of Medicine and Health Sciences at UGHE, was recently honored with the prestigious 2024 Consortium of Universities for Global Health’s Distinguished Leadership Award. This recognition underscores Dean Abebe’s exceptional contributions and impact on global health outcomes worldwide. The award ceremony, held on March […]
UGHE Celebrates International Women’s Day 2024: Investing in Women, Accelerating Progress
International Women’s Day on March 8 is a global celebration of women’s achievements, resilience, and contributions to humanity. This year’s theme ‘Invest in women: Accelerate progress’ was the focus of the day, emphasizing connection between women empowerment and gender equity. UGHE celebrated the day by shedding light on these essential aspects and empowering women within […]
MBBS’28 Students reciting their Hippocratic Oath during the white coat ceremony. Photo by Asher Habinshuti / UGHE. UGHE Celebrates the Third White Coat Ceremony- Medical Students Pledge to Advance Health Equity
On the special Wednesday of February 21st, a date which marked two years since Dr. Paul Farmer’s passing, UGHE School of Medicine held the third white coat ceremony at Butaro Campus. It was a fitting tribute to honor a life dedicated to compassion and health equity — the legacy of our beloved ‘Muganga Mwiza’, the […]
