AMR Initiative Rwanda Champions Youth Leadership at the 14th RPSA International Pharmaceutical Symposium

Published by AMR Initiative Rwanda

AMR Initiative Rwanda was proud to be strongly represented at the 14th RPSA International Pharmaceutical Symposium, organized by the Rwanda Pharmaceutical Students Association (RPSA/AEPHAR). The event brought together students, professionals, and experts to discuss critical issues shaping the future of pharmacy and public health in Rwanda and beyond.

Board members engaged actively in panel discussions.

Elevating Youth Engagement in the Fight Against AMR

As an organization committed to involving young professionals in the fight against antimicrobial resistance (AMR), we were thrilled to see our Board members and advisors take part in high-level panel discussions addressing key aspects of health systems, pharmacy education, and cross-sectoral collaboration.

Their participation reinforced our belief that engaging future leaders is essential to building sustainable AMR solutions.

Board Chair Richard Bishumba shares insights on pharmacists’ role in global health challenges.

• Richard Bishumba, Board Chair, contributed valuable insights on the Role of Pharmacists in Combating Global Health Challenges, highlighting pharmacists’ pivotal role in stewardship and public health awareness.
• Ms. Denyse Niyoturamya, BPharm, MSc, Board Member, engaged on the panel "The Future of Pharmacy: Building Competencies and Career Readiness", advocating AMR education and innovation integration in pharmacy curricula.
• Othniel Nimbabazi shared perspectives on harnessing technology to build resilient, equitable healthcare systems, focusing on digital AMR surveillance and communication.
• Lambert Christophe Safari, BPharm, MPharm, Advisory Board Member, and Founder & CEO Marcel Ishimwe joined a panel on the One Health Approach: Integrating Human, Animal, and Environmental Health, emphasizing cross-sector collaboration.

Panel discussion on One Health approach integrating multiple health sectors.

Our Shared Mission

Through their engagement, our team elevated the conversation on AMR and healthcare leadership in Rwanda. These contributions reflect our ongoing mission to ensure antimicrobial drugs are used responsibly, and Rwanda builds a resilient health system rooted in access, quality, and stewardship.

AMR Initiative Rwanda team driving efforts towards responsible antimicrobial use.

We believe that empowering young professionals today builds the foundation for a safer, healthier Rwanda tomorrow.