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Jeannette Bayisenge, the Minister of Gender and Family Promotion, was given the Dream Up, Speak Up, Stand Up (DUSUSU) Award for her exceptional efforts in advancing gender equality in Rwanda Monday, July 24.
Women

Gender Minister Bayisenge gets award for championing gender equality

Monday, July 24, 2023
Activists pose for a photo after the interview on the issues impeding menstrual health. PHOTOS BY CHRISTIANNE MURENGERANTWARI
Health

Activists point out issues impeding menstrual health

Saturday, July 22, 2023
A panel discussion of women from international organizations, business, entrepreneurship, activism, and art on June 20. All photos by Willy Mucyo
Women

Change-makers suggest strategies to address female socioeconomic disenfranchisement

Friday, July 21, 2023
Mukarubega encourages other women and girls to take full advantage of the opportunities the government offers, and investment in greater and more diverse ideas that can lead to development of their communities and country. PHOTO BY CHRISTIANNE MURENGERANTWARI
Women

From informal tea vendor to university proprietor: Mukarubega’s story

Friday, July 21, 2023
Sandrine Umutoni, Director General of the Imbuto Foundation, speaks about the progress that Rwanda has made in promoting and implementing Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) policies. Olivier MUGWIZA

Evaluating Rwanda’s progress in addressing women’s sexual and reproductive health

Friday, July 21, 2023
The screening of film titled ‘End FGM’ that aims to put up to an end to this deeply rooted tradition, on July 19. Courtesy

Anti-FGM film screened at Women Deliver Conference

Thursday, July 20, 2023
Macky Sall, the President of Senegal speaks at panel discussion during the opening of Women Deliver Conference 2023 in Kigali on July 17. President Macky Sall has pledged 150 scholarships to Afghan girls studying in Rwanda.
Education

Senegal president pledges 150 scholarships for Afghan girls in Rwanda

Thursday, July 20, 2023
Minister of Education, Valentine Uwamariya with other delegates pose for a group photo at the event
Women

African Girls Can Code Initiative launched in Rwanda

Thursday, July 20, 2023
Delegates pose for a group photo at a session dubbed “Girls’ Empowerment and Ending Violence against Children”, hosted by World Vision International on the sidelines of the Women Deliver Conference on July 19. All photos by Christianne
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FEATURED: Girls’ empowerment, ending violence against children: How World Vision leads the change

Thursday, July 20, 2023
Senior delegates pose for a photo at the event that brought together leaders and influencers in the fields of WASH, health, and women’s rights. Photos: Courtesy.
Featured

Why access to clean water, sanitation is prerequisite for achieving gender equality

Thursday, July 20, 2023
Panelists at a side event called “Menstrual Health and Hygiene Bloody Critical for Gender Equality.” at the Kigali Convention Centre on July 18. Courtesy

Breaking the silence: Menstrual health and hygiene as a catalyst for gender equality

Thursday, July 20, 2023
Malala Yousafzai ran a girls’ school called Khushal Girls High School and College in their village. Photo: Courtesy.
Women

The fearless advocate: Malala Yousafzai’s unwavering fight for girls’ education

Thursday, July 20, 2023