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Rwanda: Illicit Alcohol Linked to Over 40 Deaths in Six Months, Health Minister Says

10 Jul 2026, 05:21 GMT

[New Times] At least 44 people have died after consuming illicit alcoholic drinks between January and June this year, Minister of Health Dr Sabin Nsanzimana has said, describing the problem as an "epidemic" requiring urgent action.