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Advancing Healthcare Through Research

Committed to improving health outcomes through clinical research, social science, and community engagement in Rwanda and beyond.

Community-Centered Health Solutions

Working alongside communities to translate scientific evidence into practical solutions that promote health and disease prevention.

Excellence in Clinical Trials

Conducting ethical, high-quality clinical research in partnership with global health institutions and the Rwanda Ministry of Health.

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Who We Are

Advancing Health Through Research

Rinda Ubuzima is a Rwanda-based health research organization committed to improving health outcomes through clinical research, social science, and community engagement. Established in 2001 and legally registered as a Local Non-Governmental Organization by the Rwanda Governance Board.

With a strong countrywide footprint and regional engagement in East and Central Africa, we translate scientific evidence into practical solutions that promote health, disease prevention, and treatment.

Clinical Research
Community Engagement
Health Promotion
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Our Impact in Numbers

Over two decades of dedicated service to health research and community well-being in Rwanda.

25

Years of Experience

4

Research Sites

14

Clinical Trials Completed

80+

Research Staff

What We Do

Our Areas of Expertise

Comprehensive health research capabilities spanning clinical trials, community engagement, and scientific analysis.

Capacity Building

Strengthening local research capabilities through training and mentorship.

Data Management

Robust data collection, management, and analysis capabilities.

Community Engagement

Building trust and promoting health through meaningful community partnerships.

Social Science Research

Understanding health behaviors and systems through rigorous social science methodology.

Laboratory Services

State-of-the-art laboratory facilities with quality-controlled procedures.

Clinical Research

Vaccine trials, drug trials, point-of-care diagnostics for Malaria, HIV/AIDS, COVID-19, and Reproductive Health.

Our Work

Key Activities

From clinical trials to community engagement, our work spans the full spectrum of health research and public health intervention.

Community Engagement & Outreach

Community Engagement & Outreach

Our community engagement approach ensures meaningful participation and sustainable health outcomes across all districts where we operate.

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Clinical Trials

Clinical Trials

We have successfully completed 14 clinical trials with multiple ongoing studies. Our trials focus on critical health challenges facing Rwanda and the region.

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Partnership with Global Health Institutions
Research Updates
February 09, 2026

Partnership with Global Health Institutions

Strengthening collaborations with international partners to expand our research capabilities.

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Community Engagement Success Stories
Community Health
February 09, 2026

Community Engagement Success Stories

How our community-centered approach is transforming health outcomes across 21 districts.

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Advancing Vaccine Trials in Rwanda for Better Health
Clinical Research
December 20, 2025

Advancing Vaccine Trials in Rwanda for Better Health

Rinda Ubuzima is making significant progress in vaccine development and clinical trials across Rwanda. Our latest Phase...

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Our Partners
Ministry of Health
RBC
Rwanda miltary
University Of Rwanda
Novarts
CEPI
Vibri
pacific
IQVIA
IPM
Goal3
Jh
GEOR
Crea-n
Universite de Kinshasha
ACE
unicef
GSK
DRK
Ab
EDCTP
Welcome
Johnson
London sshool
USAID
IPM
e
Institution
iavi
Busara
wond
World vision
Pr
Amsterdam
University of Liverpool
Ministry of Health
RBC
Rwanda miltary
University Of Rwanda
Novarts
CEPI
Vibri
pacific
IQVIA
IPM
Goal3
Jh
GEOR
Crea-n
Universite de Kinshasha
ACE
unicef
GSK
DRK
Ab
EDCTP
Welcome
Johnson
London sshool
USAID
IPM
e
Institution
iavi
Busara
wond
World vision
Pr
Amsterdam
University of Liverpool