According to the ministry, 961 babies were delivered nationwide on December 25, 2025, up from 941 births recorded on Christmas 2024, marking an increase of 20 children.
Girls slightly outnumbered boys, with 487 girls and 474 boys born on the festive day.
Among districts, Nyarugenge recorded the highest number of births with 59 children, followed by Gatsibo (56), Rubavu (52), Gasabo (50), Bugesera (46), Musanze (45), Nyagatare (43), Ngororero (40), Kayonza (37), and Huye (33).
By province, the Eastern Province had the largest number of births, with 263 children, compared with 254 in 2024. The Western Province followed with 228 births, the Southern Province had 195, Kigali City recorded 140, and the Northern Province 135.
The health ministry also noted that births on Christmas increased significantly compared with non-holiday days, rising to 59% from the usual 41%.
The ministry emphasised that the high number of births underscores the importance of maintaining sufficient healthcare staff during holidays and festive periods, particularly on Christmas, to ensure safe deliveries and quality care.
Babies born on Christmas often hold a special place in families and communities. For many Christians, especially Catholics, being born on this day carries symbolic significance, as it coincides with the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ.
Beyond the personal joy of welcoming a child, a Christmas birth is seen as a blessing and a meaningful start, reflecting the themes of hope, renewal, and new beginnings that are at the heart of the holiday.
IGIHE
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