All Quotes

"Unlike many entrepreneurs who, after reaching global platforms, lose touch with their origins, I have chosen a different path. Innovation should not be an exclusive privilege for urban elites but a tool that penetrates rural landscapes, empowers local entrepreneurs, and creates lasting social change"

"In every sense, I am a global entrepreneur with local roots—an innovator who proves that the future of Africa can be written by those who never forget where they came from."

"What got me here is a formula that consists of Vision – who am I in the grand story of mankind that God is writing? Purpose – a clear idea of what I should be doing to make a difference at every stage of life; and finally passion – a strong emotional connection to the rest of society that I am a world changer."

"I would get out of the way and create the conditions for business to thrive by reducing all the policy/multiple taxation/infrastructure deficits burdening the business space."

"Listening to people has helped me identify problems as well as given me ideas on how to fix those problems – which has helped me professionally."

"We were looking for an easy way of like integrating and accepting payments on your website without going to other interfaces and all of that. The plan was to build it into something like Stripe but this was not possible for them at the time. Because I mean Softcom was a company that was doing a lot more things than just that product and I guess it was difficult to communicate the resources. I left for Jobberman afterward, but the thought remained. So, when Shola came to me with the Paystack idea, I jumped on it"

"“I guess I’ve always been like this as far back as my secondary school time. I remember my dad actually made a comment and he was the first person that made me know the word – effeminate. I checked it in the dictionary, and I embraced it. And then, when I actively start looking into like fashion choices, dressing, and all of that, I saw more women, yeah but it was fine. But it meant I didn’t have a lot of guys I could draw inspiration from but well the women were there anyway, so why not. And usually when I like to walk, into like, a store like to like get clothes and all of that usually find myself in the main section for things like jackets or sweaters"

"Many people seem to misunderstand the concept of gender equality in the Constitution."

"While codifying the family and inheritance law, it is imperative for us to consider maintaining beautiful customs only if they are not harmful, rejecting outmoded conventions, and promoting the national development and fortune through this legislation."

"It doesn't help that you make your polymers well if you don't have good end-of-life criteria for your materials."

"Students love working close to the industry."

"This year’s summit theme hints at Nigeria’s potential for sustainable development, leveraging innovative policies, robust institutions, strategic infrastructural investments and human capital development."

"“These challenges are worsened by an uneven allocation of resources, macroeconomic instability and institutional deficiencies."

"”Data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) in 2022 revealed that approximately 62.9% of the population live in multidimensional poverty, threatening the development of a vibrant middle class."

"”With population growth outpacing poverty reduction, Nigeria’s current trajectory highlights the critical need to prioritise long-term development and shared prosperity,"

"Technological advancements and their increasing adoption offer glimpses of what can be achieved with the proper mechanisms."

"”The change in political leadership also brings the opportunity for fresh ideas and the rectification of economic policies that have weakened the fiscal system.”"

"For example, in civil cases, we can assist the parties in reaching a settlement. Even in criminal cases, some can be resolved through mediation, which can help speed up the justice process."

"Not all cases are of the same nature or weight."

"Corruption is an individual problem, not an institutional one."

"Ultimately, the responsibility is to build confidence in the judiciary, We must continue to foster trust by ensuring the justice system is transparent, unbiased, and fair."

"The backlog is more related to our mentality as Rwandans."

"We must always ask ourselves, ‘Do the citizens perceive this decision as fair?"

"The Gacaca Courts allowed us to address justice swiftly when traditional courts couldn’t. It was an approach rooted in our culture of resolving conflicts peacefully through dialogue and mediation."

"We had to find new ways to deal with a situation where the justice system had almost collapsed. That’s when we turned to Gacaca."

"I urge everyone here to consider how we can use ADR methods to make justice easier to reach for the people we serve. This approach can be especially effective at the regional level."

"We want the 300 million people in our region to know that there is a court they can turn to for justice, one that can address their needs and improve their lives."

"We must all work together to ensure that justice reaches everyone who needs it, and that the rule of law is upheld across all levels."

"Always remember, you are the voice of the people. We cannot manipulate the law to suit personal interests. Justice is not a commodity; it is a right."

"When corruption infiltrates the judiciary, it becomes a national crisis, For not only court employees but every Rwandan, we must stand against corruption. We must only allow someone to win a case only if the law allows to."

"Through dedication, commitment to results and hard work, I held the power to succeed."

"If five judges work in the same court, why is only one accused of corruption? Advise each other, because we will investigate, and those found guilty will be removed from the system. Rwanda has honest, capable people ready to serve. Let’s give them the opportunity."

"I'd be sacked if I worked here."

"I'm much too loud, you have a horrible office, I'm not coming back."

"The hand held hoe should no longer be a tool of production."

"There was an efficient extension service when I was growing up in the 1970s, but such extension is available to 14% or fewer farming households today."

"We need people to advise farmers on how to apply fertiliser."

"Control pests and prevent post-harvest losses such as those caused by inadequate storage."

"Donors should focus on those higher up the value chain."

"It is enterprises that are the critical drivers, they drive demand from farmers."

"If donors want to achieve their objectives, if they want to improve livelihoods, they should focus on businesses that add value to output."

"Why not cut and paste for Uganda."

"To bring a seed from breeder stage to the market can take three years."

"But loans often are for a maximum of 12 months. Twenty-year loans are needed at low rates."

"We can't operate our business without water, electricity or an access road,"

"This environment motivated me to start Victoria Seeds in 2002 because the policy was favorable."

"You need confidence and to believe in yourself."

"When I told my friends I was starting a seed company they thought I was out of my mind."

"That is a business for men, they told me."

"I pushed on and even picked up a name that would inspire me every day."