Building Rwanda’s digital health platforms
Rwanda health-tech landscape is fast evolving as innovations continue to dot the country’s health sector. CNBC Africa caught up with Gary Layn, Content Writer & Strategist, Y-Labs for more.
Fri, 20 Sep 2024 14:43:58 GMT
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- The success of Cyber Rwanda in increasing contraceptive use and SRH knowledge among youth.
- The exploration of opportunities for scaling Cyber Rwanda in Rwanda and other countries like Tanzania and the United States.
- The importance of involving young people as active decision-makers in digital health initiatives for sustainable impact.
Rwanda's health-tech landscape is rapidly evolving with innovative solutions making a mark in the country's health sector. One such initiative, Cyber Rwanda, has been successful in driving positive change among the youth population. CNBC Africa recently spoke with Gary Layn, Content Writer & Strategist at Y-Labs, to discuss the impact of Cyber Rwanda and its future prospects. Cyber Rwanda, a digital health platform, was tested in select schools from 2021 to 2023 to measure its impact. The results have been promising, showing a significant increase in contraceptive use among sexually active youth who use the platform. Additionally, young people using Cyber Rwanda exhibited more knowledge in sexual and reproductive health (SRH) and increased confidence in seeking out related services. The success of Cyber Rwanda has prompted the team to analyze the data further and explore opportunities for scaling the initiative in Rwanda and beyond. Layn emphasized the importance of leveraging digital solutions to reach a wider audience, including those without internet access. He highlighted the challenges faced during the project's implementation but underscored the resilience of the team in overcoming obstacles with the support of young leaders driving the initiatives.
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