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Parliament held talks with Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva on Thursday, focusing on citizen-centered policies, with particular attention to mental health.
Lawmakers raised concerns about the increasing prevalence of mental illness in the country and pressed the government on measures to support affected individuals.
Sen. Marie Rose Mureshyankwano said, “This issue of mental illness is worrying; you may even find people here who are affected.”
Some deputies highlighted the need for programs to support secondary school students, both in boarding schools and those studying from home.
A recent report from the National Commission for Human Rights noted overcrowding in mental health facilities. Visits to Caraes-Huye, Icyizere-Kicukiro, Caraes Ndera in Gasabo, and Isange Rehab found that while overcrowding in Gasabo has decreased, Caraes Butare remains above 145% capacity.
The 2023-2024 report also revealed that some patients travel long distances for treatment and, in some cases, stop seeking care entirely. Statistics show the number of people with mental disorders in Rwanda has grown from 35,000 in 2017 to 50,000 in 2025.
Prime Minister Nsengiyumva said the challenges stem from the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, as well as alcohol and drug abuse.
To address the issue, the government has introduced school counseling programs, expanded mental health services in health centers, and plans to increase the number of specialized professionals in the field.
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