High Commissioner Fatou Harerimana visited the Rehman Foundation Free Dialysis Center in Islamabad and was received by Dr. Wagar Ahmed Niaz, Founder and Chairman of the Rehman Foundation. The meeting focused on strengthening partnerships to expand free dialysis and other complimentary healthcare services across Pakistan while examining options to extend these life‑saving initiatives to Rwanda.
The discussions concentrated on improving access to treatment for patients with chronic kidney disease and on ways Pakistan’s free dialysis experience can inform Rwanda’s healthcare planning. Both sides explored collaboration on training, resource coordination and scalable care models aimed at increasing reach and sustainability of free dialysis programs.
The visit marks a step toward deepening Rwanda–Pakistan cooperation in healthcare and reflects a shared commitment to accessible, compassionate medical care. Officials highlighted the potential for knowledge exchange to benefit patients in both countries and to strengthen humanitarian health ties.
Showcasing the Rehman Foundation’s free dialysis work in Islamabad provides a platform for Pakistan to share practical solutions and for Rwanda to consider adaptable approaches. Delegates agreed to continue dialogue with a view to translating discussions into pilot projects and concrete cooperation in the coming months.
