Strong Rwandan Women and Other Stories
Strong Rwandan Women and Other Stories highlights the voices of women leaders, pioneers, and everyday heroes whose stories of resilience and achievement continue to shape Rwanda. Each episode dives into personal journeys, challenges overcome, and lessons learned, offering inspiration for the next generation while also shining a light on other narratives that deserve to be heard.
Episodes
75 episodes
The Baho Project: Sisters for sustainable Impact (SISI)
She didn’t leave her village to become a leader.She learned how to work her land.This episode follows a woman’s journey through the BAHO Project from subsistence farming to community leadership.Empower women.Streng...
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Aline's year with women for women Rwanda
Aline came to Women for Women Rwanda uncertain and hesitant. One year later, she’s confident, leading her community, mentoring other women, and proving that empowerment grows when women rise together. This is the story of courage, resilience, a...
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The woman who turned a silent struggle into a nation's solution
Blandine Umuziranenge saw a gap in menstrual health access and turned it into a movement. Through Kosmotive, she’s created affordable, eco-friendly sanitary pads for girls and women across Rwanda, breaking barriers to education, dignity, and op...
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After the Silence: Surving genocide
A quiet, powerful story of a woman rebuilding her mind after years of carrying wounds she couldn’t speak about. A reminder that healing isn’t loud, it’s steady, brave, and sometimes the most revolutionary thing a woman can do. Her story proves ...
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Everyday Misogyny - The World Built for Men
She shows up to work in a world that doubts her before she speaks. Balancing hormones, expectations, and ambition, while being told she’s “too emotional” or “not built for leadership.” But every day, she works twice as hard to prove she ...
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The Weight of Expectations
A 28-year-old woman sits at the intersection of culture and ambition, carrying expectations she never agreed to and dreams she refuses to abandon. This episode unpacks the quiet pressure placed on women to marry, settle, and fit timelines...
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The Weight of Water; Sewing fabrics of dreams
Claudine’s story is one of quiet power, a woman who rebuilt her life after everything she knew was taken from her. In the hum of her sewing machine, she found healing, and through her craft, she gave other women a reason to believe again.
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Under the mango tree: Resilience, Motherhood, and Self Reclaiming
In the heart of Muhanga, Esperance gathers women beneath a mango tree — a space she’s turned into a circle of honesty, healing, and strength. Once afraid to speak about her struggles, she now leads conversations that mend silence and spark c...
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Breaking the Silence :Navigating Sexual and Reproductive Health in Rwanda
For too long, conversations about sexual and reproductive health in Rwanda have lived in whispers.In this episode of Strong Rwandan Women, we follow Aline and Immaculée, two women turning silence into dialogue and fear into info...
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Breaking the Silence: Blandine Umuziranenge’s Fight Against Period Poverty
In this episode, we spotlight Blandine Umuziranenge, a trailblazer transforming menstrual health through innovation and advocacy. As the founder of Kosmotive, Blandine has introduced eco-friendly solutions like Kosmopads, tackled period poverty...
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Aline Joyce Berabose: A Champion for Gender Equality and Women’s Healthcare
In this episode, we share the story of Aline Joyce Berabose, a leader in gender equality and women’s healthcare innovation. From co-founding the iMatter Initiative to launching LUNA Africa, her journey is a testament to resilience and transform...
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Hope Azeda: A Beacon of Artistic Resilience and Social Transformation
Hope Azeda: A Journey of Resilience, Creativity, and TransformationFrom a refugee child to a trailblazer in the arts and social justice, Hope Azeda’s story is a testament to the power of creativity to heal and transform. Through Mashirika P...
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Hassna Murenzi: Empowering Marginalized Communities in Rwanda
This episode highlights Hassna Murenzi, founder of FADA, who’s dedicated her life to empowering marginalized communities in Rwanda. From overcoming personal hardship to challenging societal norms, Hassna’s journey is one of resilience and impac...
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Empowering Rwandan Women with Disabilities: Gaudence Mushimiyimana’s Journey
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Gaudence Mushimiyimana, Executive Director of UNABU and a trailblazing advocate for women with disabilities in Rwanda. Gaudence shares her journey from personal challenges to leading a movement f...
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Sylvie Nsanga: A Story of Resilience, Advocacy, and Digital Transformation
From the lush landscapes of Eastern DRC to Rwanda's digital frontier, Sylvie Nsanga has journeyed a path marked by resilience and unwavering dedication to equality. Born into a world divided by gender and opportunity, she transformed her ...
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Pamela Girimbabazi Rugabira: Breaking Barriers and Inspiring Generations
In this episode of Strong Rwandan Women, we celebrate the incredible journey of Pamela Girimbabazi Rugabira, Rwanda’s Olympic swimmer and first female president of the Rwanda Swimming Federation. From overcoming obstacles in her ...
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Carole Karemera: Championing Rwandan Arts & Global Cultural Innovation
In this episode of Strong Rwandan Women, we dive into the inspiring journey of Carole Karemera—a true force in the world of arts and cultural advocacy. 🎨 From her roots in Belgium to her impact in Rwanda, Carole has shaped the artistic l...
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Vision Beyond Sight: The Inspiring Journey of Dr. Donatille Kanimba
Discover the incredible journey of Dr. Donatille Kanimba, a visionary advocate for the visually impaired in Rwanda. From overcoming personal challenges to co-founding the Rwanda Union of the Blind, her story of resilience and leadership h...
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Empowering Women: The Story of Dative Mukeshimana & Duterimbere
In this inspiring episode, we dive into the incredible journey of Dative Mukeshimana, Executive Secretary of Duterimbere, and her mission to uplift women through economic empowerment. From breaking down traditional gender roles to buildi...
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Rwandan Champion of Gender Equality , Mary Balikungeri
Meet Mary Balikungeri, a true champion for gender equality and the visionary founder of Rwanda Women’s Network! From her early experiences as a refugee to becoming a powerful advocate against gender-based violence, Mary’s story is one of resili...
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Annonciata Mukayitete: Fighting for women's rights
As a founding member of Réseau des Femmes-Rwanda, Annonciata Mukayitete has dedicated her life to empowering women and advocating for gender equality. From co-founding organizations that provide legal support and economic empowerment to driving...
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Daphrose Mukarutamu: A True Pillar of Resilience and Hope
Born in 1946, Daphrose Mukarutamu transformed personal tragedy into a powerful movement for healing and empowerment. After losing her husband and nine children during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, she founded the Duhozanye Association, h...
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Marie Immaculée Ingabire: A Journey of Courage, Advocacy, and Transformation
In this episode, we delve into the life and impact of Marie Immaculée Ingabire, a pioneering human rights activist whose dedication to gender equality has reshaped the landscape of women's rights in Rwanda. From her early experiences as a...
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Victoria Mukantagara Nganyira: A Trailblazer in Journalism
Join us as we delve into the remarkable life of Victoria Mukantagara Nganyira, a trailblazer in Rwandan journalism. In the 1960s, when few women dared to step into the world of media, Nganyira fearlessly made her mark, dedicating over fou...
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