Healthcare Resources in Rwanda
Local organizations, health facilities, hotlines, and financial support available in Rwanda for LGBTQ+ individuals and communities.
Need urgent help?
For medical emergencies, call 912. For gender-based violence, call 3512 or visit your nearest Isange One Stop Center at any district hospital.
Safety Note
While Rwanda does not criminalize same-sex relations, social stigma exists. When accessing services, you can focus on the specific health service you need without disclosing your orientation. The organizations marked here are known to be key-population-friendly.
🆘 Emergency & Crisis Support
Isange One Stop Centers
Located at district hospitals across Rwanda. Free, confidential support for gender-based violence survivors — serves all genders.
Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC) HIV Hotline
Free HIV/AIDS information, testing locations, and referrals across Rwanda.
Ambulance / Emergency
National emergency number for medical emergencies in Rwanda.
Mental Health Line
Through RBC, access mental health support and referrals to psychologists at district hospitals.
🏥 Healthcare Facilities
Health Development Initiative (HDI)
Works on health equity in Rwanda including key population health services. Can connect you with friendly providers.
Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC)
National HIV/AIDS and disease control. Manages PrEP distribution and key population health programs.
Kigali University Teaching Hospital (CHUK)
Rwanda's main referral hospital in Kigali. Offers comprehensive medical services including mental health.
King Faisal Hospital
Leading private hospital in Kigali with comprehensive services. Higher cost but more privacy.
💜 Community Organizations
AMSOPT Rwanda
Community organization supporting marginalized populations including LGBTQ+ individuals with health services and peer support.
Great Lakes Initiative for Human Rights (GLIHD)
Human rights organization advocating for marginalized communities in the Great Lakes region.
East Africa Trans Health & Advocacy Network
Regional network providing trans health resources and community connections across East Africa.
UHAI EASHRI
East African fund supporting LGBTQ+ organizations and health initiatives in the region.
💰 Insurance & Financial Access
Mutuelle de Santé
Rwanda's community-based health insurance. Covers most services at health centers. Enroll at your sector office — premiums based on Ubudehe category.
Community Health Workers (Abagizi b'Ubuzima)
Village-level health workers who provide basic services, referrals, and can help navigate the health system confidentially.
Partners In Health / Inshuti Mu Buzima
Provides comprehensive healthcare in rural Rwanda. Works in Burera, Kayonza, and Kirehe districts with sliding-scale services.
Access to Medicine Rwanda
Various pharmaceutical company patient assistance programs are available through district pharmacies and hospitals.
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