First-person stories and profiles highlighting the achievements, leadership and lived experiences of persons with visual impairment.
For Gato Marcelline, losing her sight at a young age did not mean losing her dreams. The Rwandan mother and journalist has defied the limitations often associated with visual impairment to build a career in journalism, where she now works for Rwanda Broadcasting Agency (RBA), particularly on Radio Rwanda. Gato’s journey began like that of […]
NYARUGURU, Rwanda – September 24, 2026 – The Rwanda Union of the Blind (RUB) has conducted a follow-up visit to its beneficiaries in Kivu, Nyabimata and Munini Sectors to assess their progress after training at the Masaka Resource Centre for the Blind The visit was led by the Director of the Masaka Resource Centre for […]
Gicumbi student scores 93.53% in the 2025–2026 national examinations, inspiring calls for greater support for learners with disabilities GICUMBI, Rwanda — September 2026 — Habumugisha Samuel, a blind student from Gicumbi District, has emerged as Rwanda’s top performer in the Languages section of the 2025–2026 national secondary school examinations, scoring an impressive 93.53%. His achievement […]
The Rwanda Union of the Blind (RUB), in partnership with NUDOR and with support from AmplifyChange, has intensified efforts to combat Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and promote Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) among vulnerable youth and persons with disabilities in Muhanga District. Through a series of community-based activities conducted in April and May 2026 […]
Kigali, Rwanda – The Specialized Chamber of the Private Sector Federation (PSF) in Rwanda has elected Papy Sibomana, a dedicated member of the Rwanda Union of the Blind, as its new Vice President in charge of Entrepreneurs with Disabilities. This pivotal role is set to drive significant advancements in inclusive entrepreneurship and economic participation for persons […]
Muhanga, Rwanda—Niyotwizera Olivier, a 27-year-old visually impaired young man from Kabuga Village, Kabuye Cell, Kabacuzi Sector, Muhanga District, has transformed his life from one of isolation to self-reliance through determination and the support of the Rwanda Union of the Blind (RUB). Olivier’s story is a powerful testament to the capability of people with disabilities when […]
