"I am very passionate about helping those in need, because I believe the world is a very big family and we need to help each other. That is why my beauty with a purpose is all about helping."

"I went to a boarding school and during school holidays, I would spend much of the time at home doing homework or watching beauty contests and talent shows. Those are my favourite TV shows."

"I have been marketing myself through social media platforms and working on improving my communication skills to compete with the rest of the contestants."

"I have been working on eloquence which will be the judge’s main focus. However, I’m also working on my modeling skills and talent. Fitness and beauty with a purpose is something they will look at too."

"What we intend is to have the opinions of the citizens integrated in the law so that they can understand and interpret it well. Also combining the two laws will help the officials who use or refer to these laws in their duties ."

"This will be reviewed by the judge but it can also be proved by one of the spouses who may be able to show that the other didn’t have any contribution to the property ."

"My Digital Space Should Be Safe,” embodies Rwanda’s commitment to fostering safe and respectful online spaces. It reflects our vision of ensuring that every individual regardless of gender can navigate digital platforms without fear."

"I would like to commend our Rwandan Private sector in partnership with UNDP for this great initiative and hopefully, to be extended to reach more women and young girls that will then transform the society and contribute to the country’s development in general ."

"Rwanda has not disregarded women living with disabilities, or any Rwandan for that matter."

"We are happy and our thanks goes to Rwandans who voted for us and the public in general, that we managed to hold a peaceful campaign. Thanks to all that had a role in this, the security organs, local authorities and the national leadership; we could not have got votes without the unfettered access we had to the electorate ."

"In Rwanda, rape is treated with the severity it deserves."

"My primary focus will be on fulfilling the forum's legal responsibilities, such as supporting political parties in their development and representing the forum’s members. I am also committed to preserving national unity and promoting consensus-based democracy."

"We will advocate for the replacement of bamboo trees near rivers with fruit-bearing trees. Rwandans need affordable fruits."

"The most remarkable aspect of Rwandan politics is the consensus among political parties. Despite having different viewpoints, everyone respects each other’s opinions, even if they disagree. This spirit of dialogue and mutual respect defines Rwandan politics, preventing conflicts and ensuring that party members remain peaceful."

"The challenges that we still face operating in Rwanda as an opposition party can be considered ‘growing pains’. This, again, is not unexpected. However, the fact that we've been able to participate in the legislative process in a constructive manner has gained 'buy-in' from the general public."

"In this Rwanda, my opposition party colleagues in parliament are able to voice their opinions on the national issues of the day and be heard."

"To address teenage pregnancy, the solution is in sensitization, access to information, for adolescents to take rightful decisions that don’t put their lives at risk, The kit provides lessons for adolescents especially those out of school, parents, teachers and health workers, for additional knowledge."

"As a woman living in Rwanda, this claim came as a surprise. Over the last 29 years, Rwanda has strived unceasingly to protect all women, from all threats to their dignity, personhood, and independence."

"We constantly had to explain who we were and what we stood for, but as time went on, we were able to get people to understand that we were what we call 'opposition yubaka' (a non-violent opposition that builds)."

"We will advocate for the development of Meteo Rwanda and the establishment of meteorology as a field of study in Rwanda. This will ensure that we have accurate disaster preparedness plans, reducing the loss of lives and properties"

"The kit provides lessons for adolescents especially those out of school, parents, teachers, and health works for additional knowledge."

"As media practitioners, you have the power and what it takes to be the difference because you have masses that believe in you and trust you to bring them information. They look up to you and you can use this influence positively by doing what you do in a more professional manner, where victims feel protected to tell their stories without the fear of being exposed and violated even more ."

"This is a collective fight, Rwandans from all walks of life have made it their purpose to protect women and girls. Efforts to undermine and misrepresent this relience and work do more harm than good."

"My message to the selected women champions is to acquire the intended equipment and increase their production capacity to be role models for other women in this journey."

"That is a good opportunity to tell them about their private parts ."

"Going by the explanations the ministry is giving, it seems as if all the issues have been address but during our outreach, we have found how the farmers are suffering to get agro-chemicals and fertilisers"

"It should be the responsibility of everyone especially parents to act in an exemplary manner and to cooperate with all institutions to combat incidences of GBV, child abuse and also report other families facing domestic conflicts."

"Rwanda should tap in home-grown solutions to deal with the gender gap issues."

"In Rwanda for example One Cow Per Family, Village Umurenge, Crop Intensification, and modernization of Agriculture through mobilizing the local population to own food processing units and subsidizing fertilizers are some of the government strategies that have worked well in ensuring food security to the needy families and results are there for everyone to see"

"It was Pauline."

"We are thrilled to formalise this ground-breaking financing agreement with AFD, reaffirming our commitment to advancing climate initiatives in Rwanda. 'Ireme Invest' is a beacon of hope for a more resilient and sustainable future. With this financing, we'll accelerate climate-centric projects, aligning with Rwanda's green economy vision."

"It is easier to explain to a young girl how her reproductive organs work when she is still young than when she has started having menstrual periods."

"It is important to teach students about the set-up and context of laws. Possibly there were no enabling laws to encourage women to participate in parliament but these students are in position to change that and inspire them to inclusively participate in all decision making levels."

"Composition of MPs should be 50% men and 50% women to ensure gender balance."

"Being one of the initial development partners to pledge support for 'Ireme Invest,' AFD showcased its dedication to promoting positive change and tackling the urgent challenges presented by climate change."

"We want to reach many exporters at an accelerated pace. This is an addition to the many initiatives we have to promote manufacturing and local value-addition as part of the country’s move to spur import substitution activities."

"All organs that are given funds should first show how their actions will safeguard the environment."

"What Rwanda wants is based on the Constitution, and it is clear that we at NEC do not act on our own desires; we act according to what Rwandans have decided based on the Constitution, the electoral law, and the regulations, all of which are approved by the Parliament."

"We are grateful to the 17,400 young people, most of whom are voting for the first time, who have committed to play a role in the electoral processes. They are moving around sensitising people to update their status. We are encouraged by the enthusiasm young Rwandans are showing ahead of the polls."

"We do not hide anything from the public and those who wish to be candidates."

"We have worked with partner institutions to put in place the technology to link our databases and systems that communicate especially in regard to updating voter’s registers, which has made it easy for people to check and upgrade their status."

"So far, I can say we are very much on track in terms of the targets we’ve given ourselves. All the systems have been put in place and we are ready to ensure that Rwandans have peaceful and successful elections."

"We want to make sure that Rwandans don’t encounter challenges on the day of voting ."

"Some people want us to do what they want, and I don’t think it is right because there is no country in the world where this happens."

"The good laws and mechanism that are in place have really helped in gender sensitive issues"

"The changes in the electoral process and synchronisation would not require a referendum as the electoral law already exists and would be amended accordingly, in agreement with all stakeholders."

"It’s challenging and interesting to balance work and family, not only as a mother but also as a wife. Women need to find time for everything."

"I learnt the good news towards midnight. I was sleeping when my phone rang several times and my children who were still up were obliged to wake me up; the first call I picked, was from a friend who informed me that I was appointed governor of the Northern Province ."

"tourism activities have led to the fast development of Musanze town, which now boasts of top hotels ranked internationally as well as other developments and infrastructure."

"As a professional teacher, I woke up on time and headed to school to do my job. Students and colleagues welcomed me with a shower of congratulations and best wishes."