Rica Rwigamba

"The SMEs are not understood by banks and other financial service providers, we are engaging them and jointly looking at where gaps are, so that we can fix them, and see that these entrepreneurs are adequately supported."

"Under this program, 70 per cent of the students should be young women, 20 per cent must be refugees while 10 per cent must be students with disabilities."

"Teachers are the axis on which education turns,it is critical that they receive the support they deserve to grow professionally and deliver quality learning. This work by VVOB will bring that support closer and make it more accessible."

"The young generation shapes the course of our future. We must not overlook our young refugees and disabled youth. By prioritizing inclusivity, we can offer accessible employment opportunities, ensuring no one is left behind."

"Your achievement is a testimony that you did not just rely on your existing skills and experience, but rather made the choice to learn new skills and grow as professionals because you take your role as tourism front liners at heart."

"Your commitment to improving service delivery is an inspiration to the entire tourism industry in our country, and even in Africa."

"The Rwanda Development Board has made great strides to advance Rwanda’s tourism and hospitality sector to be globally competitive by providing multiple opportunities for a young and growing labour force. Together, we will strengthen the quality of skills training, support, and resources required to prepare young people for current and future work in this sector."

"The government is courting investors to set up advanced medical facilities in the country; we believe this will help make our country a regional tourism hub."