Caritas Rwanda, in collaboration with the Nyamasheke, Karongi, and Rutsiro districts, on May 30, 2026 conducted malaria prevention activities in the sectors most affected by malaria namely Nyabitekeri, Mubuga, and Musasa.
In Nyabitekeri Sector, Muyange Cell, Nyamasheke District, a community awareness campaign was organized through health messages, drama, and poems performed by Community Health Workers. Residents were reminded of key malaria prevention measures and encouraged to seek early and appropriate treatment when experiencing symptoms. During the event, 11 people with high fever were tested for malaria, and one person who tested positive received immediate treatment on site. This activity was carried out in collaboration with local authorities from the district (from village to district level), as well as security organs.
A special community work activity (Umuganda) aimed at malaria prevention was also conducted in Rubyiro Village, Murangara Cell, Mubuga Sector, Karongi District. During the activity, nine large water-filled pits that had previously been used for brick making were filled in, to eliminate mosquito breeding sites.
Similarly, a community work activity was organized in Kabuga Village, Nyarubuye Cell, Musasa Sector, Rutsiro District, where 12 large water-filled pits left behind by mining activities were filled in to prevent mosquito breeding.
Following the Umuganda activities, community members were sensitized on malaria prevention measures and reminded not to become complacent simply because their homes had been sprayed with insecticide to control mosquitoes that transmit malaria. The event was attended by representatives from security organs, sector, cell, and village authorities.
These activities reflect the continued commitment of Caritas Rwanda and local authorities to reducing malaria transmission and promoting healthier communities through prevention, early diagnosis, and collective action.