Quality Eye Health Solutions
Rwanda International Institute of Ophthalmology
At the Rwanda International Institute of Ophthalmology (RIIO), we're dedicated to transforming eye care across Africa.
We blend world-class eye care with residency training to shape the future of vision in Africa.
RIIO is shaping the future of eye care in Africa through pioneering residency training, world-class continuing education, and a historic first-in-Africa Advanced Level accreditation from the Ophthalmology Foundation.
RESULTS
We are dedicated to improving eye health in Rwanda and beyond by strengthening the country’s national eye care system.
RIIO is building a top-tier research hub in Africa, driving innovative studies that reduce blindness in Rwanda and beyond. From population-based surveys to randomized trials, our work advances knowledge and delivers real impact in eye health.
FACTS & FIGURES
Our Track Record of Success
Total Short Course attendees:
312
Trained Eye workers
Total Residents:
26
Trained Eye Specialists
Total Partner Institutions:
20+
Satisfied Partners
Global Reach:
17
Countries of Trainees
Our Services
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RIIO UPDATES
EXCELLENCE IN MIAMI
Prof Ciku Mathenge, delivered a prestigious lectureship at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute on Eyecare in Africa. She was the first female to deliver the lecture!
Miami, USA
DEC 2025
OUTREACH IN SHYIRA
Over the last 3 days, 130 patients received much needed cataract surgery at Shyira District Hospital. The team was led by Dr John Cropsey and Dr Valence Kavira.
Shyira, Rwanda
NOV 2025
RIIO IN THE BAHAMAS
RIIO was invited by the Bahamas Medical Council to meet the Prime Minister & Ministry of Health to explore a future partnership offering training to ophthalmologists and support for a RAAB survey.
Nassau, The Bahamas
OCT, 2025
CLASS OF 2025 GRADUATE
Today we celebrated the graduation of our class of 2025. Distinguished guests, alumni, friends and family joined us for the occasion to celebrate this milestone for RIIO School and our new ophthalmologists!!
Kigali, Rwanda
OCT 2025
COECSA GRADUATIONS!
We celebrate the success of our final year Residents and Dr Mulaw for successfully passing the COECSA Clinical Examination!
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
AUG 2025
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