Women Politicians In Rwanda

"No one will respect you just because you are well dressed but almost everyone will respect you if you are knowledgeable and are able to challenge people based on facts."

"In order to preserve the values of the United Nations and maintain the trust of the population everywhere that we operate, MINUSCA will continue to strengthen prevention and risk management of risks of sexual exploitation and abuse by working with the country team at the United Nations in order to assist victims that have been identified,”"

"The 3rd parliament did many good things and we are committed to achieving even more ."

"We should focus on adding value to our products, with a view to increase the exportation of high-end products and increase competitiveness. We want our manufacturing sector to grow, we want to be able to tap into the regional market, to consume more of what we produce,"

"All these actions show that justice is possible if there is a political will to cooperate in bringing to justice all people who are involved in acts that attack humanity.(Ibi bikorwa byose biragaragaza ko ubutabera bushoboka ahari ubushake bwa politiki bwo gufatanya mu gushyikiriza ubutabera abantu bose bagira uruhare mu bikorwa byibasira inyoko muntu”.)"

"I would like to urge you to produce children you are able to raise."

"Being a mother, a wife and a citizen is always hard to be there when needed but I try my best to serve the community. I strive to have some time for my children since they are still young, while sparing some small time for my personal needs"

"Rwanda would be a different story today, if the post-genocide Government did not invest much in forging a new Rwanda, successful in ensuring inclusivity and equal opportunities of all its citizens, overcoming ethnic divisions, engaging reconciliation and restorative justice as well as recover trust in state institutions"

"some member countries of this community have difficulty working with the Prosecutor's Office so that the suspects of supernatural crimes are arrested and brought to justice, but they consider it normal to get the money from the taxes of their citizens to be used for the well-being of those who have been opened for many years and after being acquitted.Together, the dependents and other beneficiaries have been paid by the ICTR, which later became the Ministry, for more than ten years. How the continued payment is made by the Department itself is unclear. Rwanda feels that it is unclear and therefore should be stopped.(Ibihugu bimwe bigize uyu muryango bigorwa no gukorana n’Ibiro by’Ubushinjacyaha ngo abakekwaho ibyaha ndengakamere bafatwe bashyikirizwe ubutabera, ariko bikabifata nk’ibisanzwe kubona amafaranga ava mu misoro y’abaturage babyo akoreshwa mu kubeshaho neza abafunguwe mu myaka myinshi na nyuma yo kugirwa abere.Hamwe na hamwe ibibatunga n’ibindi bagenerwa byagiye byishyurwa na ICTR nyuma biza kuba Urwego, mu myaka isaga icumi. Uko gukomeza kubyishyura bikozwe n’Urwego ubwabyo ntibyumvikana. U Rwanda rwumva ko bidasobanutse bityo bikwiye guhagarara)"

"Rwanda has not taken any money to honour the commitment to host African refugees from Libya. It was our proposal and we are committed to it. We believe in African solutions to African problems. We don’t have to wait for someone from outside to help us."

"Women should be ambitious because there is not a single job that a man can do that we can’t."

"Failure to comply with the UN and AU resolutions and decisions to cooperate and bring to justice genocide fugitives has a negative impact on the maintenance of peace and security, which should be obvious to this Council"

"I also dismiss critics who say that Rwanda, which still has a considerable percentage of people living in poverty, has the resources to sustain refugees from other parts of the continent."

"MINUSCA continues to support Government efforts to “decentralize” the peace process with armed groups, including recent initiatives to extend state presence in areas that have been stabilized through the Mission’s assistance."

"The Covid-19 caused us major problems, but also provided lessons to us. We will talk to the people so that we establish whether they are using the savings initiatives that were established because you know that those who managed to save were not much affected [by the pandemic] ."

"At least twice a week I attend Christian women’s fellowship where we share challenges we face as women, success stories and we learn from each other."

"Last but not least, we need to ensure that our post conflict reconstruction and peace building capabilities are properly deployed to ensure institutional capacity that would help prevent the relapse into conflict"

"This meeting comes at a time when there is a need to examine how to rebuild CRVS Systems after the disruptions caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. It is a platform that will enable continued consultations and knowledge sharing among countries to discuss and agree on the how to provide services better amidst emergencies ."

"Rwanda made the humanitarian commitment to bring in the refugees as part of an African solution to an African problem."

"There has been significant progress in the past five years. The social welfare of residents changed and now the population has access to basic human needs, including food, safe drinking water, and sanitation and health facilities."

"The task of fighting impunity and denial is the responsibility of all member states. It should be at the heart of the United Nations."

"We applaud member states who have put in place laws that criminalize the trivialization of the Genocide against the Tutsi and all crimes against humanity. We call on others to enact such laws"

"This year’s retreat will take more days than the previous retreats because issues at hand require more time to enable leaders to come up with concrete resolutions to drive the nation to the next level."

"Through our collaborative efforts and dedicated programmes, we are taking a substantial step towards ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive in a nurturing and supportive environment. NCDA recognizes that proper nutrition is a foundation for a child’s growth, cognitive development, and overall health ."

"We found out that this was the time to discuss what we have achieved, but also look at how to fast track targets that are trialing."

"The government of Rwanda welcomes the prosecution of those who interfere with witnesses with an aim to revise established facts. We agree with the Prosecutor that such contempt of court is a form of genocide denial and those found guilty of it must face the force of the law,"

"I can’t think of a more deserving awardee for the first Raphael Lemkin Award than yourself. By reminding us all there is no genocide without the participation of neighbours, it means that there is also no prevention of genocide without the active involvement of neighbours"

"What is important is to look at financial inclusion because if you issue a digital currency, you shouldn’t be excluding your population, it has to go with closing the digital divide and making sure that people have the option to use it."

"We thank Rwandans for their trust in us. We will build on the achievements of the 3rd term of Chamber of Deputies and work together with all institutions and Rwandans in general to effectively deliver on our constitutional mandate."

"It is important for women and girls to understand that the centre for professional success is knowledge in ICT. It is not just a subject matter, but is a basic domain of any profession."

"I grew up thinking that I would be a social worker. I think I got my inspiration from my mother. My dream kept on growing to the extent of applying for social studies during my senior six, but unfortunately things kept changing due to many circumstances."

"NBR’s work on meeting net-zero targets is embedded in the national policies and the robust institutional, legal and policy framework to address climate change, reduce biodiversity losses, and enhance adaptive capacity."

"Ensuring road safety starts with you by valuing your lives and those you transport. If you feel your life is not worth anything, then you are in a wrong profession."

"Our involvement as new member of the NGFS Steering Committee, as well as contribution in various Workstreams, is a result of our commitment to play a significant role in the greening of the financial sector not only in Rwanda, but across the region."

"We shall work hard to help the country achieve its development targets as envisioned in Vision 2020,"

"I think the key word for Africa is building Africa’s economic resilience."

"“It’s been 25 years, and people tend to forget or think that maybe with time it gets better, but healing and time are two different things.” For survivors, the genocide is as clear as yesterday,""

"Together, we can prevent accidents. The task should not be left to Police only; by respecting traffic rules, reporting reckless colleagues that put lives of others in danger, you will have played a bigger part in preventing accidents."

"We also know that a will is a good tradition in Rwanda."

"Senator Laetitia Nyinawamwiza said that the fact that Rwanda's household energy access is going to reach 100 percent very soon [gradually by 2024] 'is amazing"

"As a woman, I have three cross cutting roles and challenges. Being a leader is a challenge whereby you are a servant of everyone who is a stakeholder."

"Parity remains an issue for democracy and good governance. While progress is certainly visible in the area of the women’s empowerment, there is still a long way to go and the awareness by women of this course gives a glimmer of hope that with the support of their male partners, the balance will be struck. A Gender Parity Model Law would redress the inequalities which women still suffer in Africa ."

"There was urgent need for humanitarian assistance, especially food and tents, and called on stakeholders and the general public to intervene."

"Farmers and businesspeople (those engaged in commerce) were not being treated equally in terms of access to loans."

"I often work here. I put the table, It is my office when I need to work."

"Some health centers have an over-supply of equipment while others suffer due to a lack of key resources. This makes me wonder if you follow any type of procurement plan."

"When we started promoting women, men thought women wanted them to cook and take care of the children; to carry them on their back – that was the perception."

"I think they (available staff) can share these responsibilities. and other officials in the country can assist them"

"It is always gratifying to pay a visit to the Headquarters of the African Union. It reminds us of the unity of purpose in our collective pursuit of Pan-Africanism torwards the Africa We Want by 2063."

"I’m optimistic that we shall build a strong team spirit which will ultimately enable us to close the gap between leaders and residents. By so doing we expect everyone to produce better results."