Jeanne-Marie Ruth-Rolland

"Ruth-Rolland left her mark on Central African political life by her outspokenness."

"During this time she worked heavily with street children and was nicknamed 'Aunt Ruth', a name which continued to be used throughout her life."

"Ruth-Rolland became the first woman in Africa to run for president, leaving her ministerial position in August 1993 to stand as a candidate in the Central African Republic general election."

"Ruth-Rolland was the president of the Central African Red Cross, contributing greatly to humanitarian efforts in the country."