Resident Representative @UNDP Rwanda. My tweets are personal.
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Honored to attend the Diplomatic luncheon today, hosted by Pres. @PaulKagame & @FirstLadyRwanda. In #Rwanda, 2024 was a year of reflection & progress—#Kwibuka30 & elections. Grateful for #UNDP to be contributing to Rwanda’s transformation & looking forward to 2025! #Partnership
The UN and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are jointly hosting the 6th UN World Data Forum in November in Riyadh. As we work to strengthen data systems across Africa, platforms like this remind us how vital reliable, inclusive data is to achieving the SDGs. PLEASE REGISTER!
Deep conversations on what it takes to deepen South South cooperation!
Institutional capacity is at the heart of effective South-South & Triangular Cooperation.
At the Inaugural Convention on South-South & Triangular Cooperation, an exceptional panel featuring Rwanda Cooperation CEO @RNiwenshuti1 , Jitendra Sinha, Chief Technical Advisor of @LuxDev_HQ ,@FatmataLSesay Rwanda Resident Coordinator a.i. and Resident Representative @UNDP_Rwanda Moderated by @M_Philani Executive Director for @IGD_SAev , is exploring a critical question:
How can countries of the Global South build the institutional foundations needed to sustain, scale & strengthen South-South & Triangular Cooperation while reducing external dependency?
The discussion underscores the importance of political commitment, knowledge exchange, and strong institutions in advancing impactful and sustainable development partnerships.
#SouthSouthCooperation
#Cooperation4Impact
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The Global South is already sharing what works, the harder task is building the institutions & financing to match.
From the Minister’s opening to youth founders closing the day, the Inaugural Convention made the case that cooperation has to outlast the conversation.
#SSTrC2026
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💖 The Pink Power Walk just wrapped up! Huge thanks to everyone who joined to raise awareness and support for breast cancer patients & survivors. Together we walked, cared and showed solidarity. 💖
Thank you @RwCancerRelief and @BethaniaHomeCare
#BreastCancerAwareness
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Rwanda is taking bold steps to strengthen crime prevention.
This morning, the Justice, Reconciliation, Law & Order Sector stakeholders are gathering to discuss how the National Crime Prevention Strategy can enhance coordination, innovation, and community participation to build a safer #Rwanda.
Amazing to see what is possible when we join our efforts for greater impact. I left the meeting motivated given the excellent team and great initiatives of the World Bank in Rwanda. A testament that development requires collective efforts.
Great meeting with @UNDPRwanda Resident Rep, @FatmataLSesay. We discussed @WB_Rwanda interventions, learned about the amazing work at #UNDP, and explored synergies to support Rwanda’s development. #StrongerTogether #Rwanda 🇷🇼 #WorldBank
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Partnerships are key to advancing Rwanda’s Vision 2050, driving inclusive growth, resilient communities, and sustainable development.
By combining strengths, we can achieve more impact for the people of Rwanda.
Thank you for a fruitful meeting.
Great meeting with @UNDPRwanda Resident Rep, @FatmataLSesay. We discussed @WB_Rwanda interventions, learned about the amazing work at #UNDP, and explored synergies to support Rwanda’s development. #StrongerTogether #Rwanda 🇷🇼 #WorldBank
Honored to speak at #MenopauseCafe by @umubyeyi_rw. Menopause is a public health & workplace issue, & a matter of dignity. @UNDP_Rwanda, we believe that development is limited without health equity, which is why representation means showing up for well-being, not just policy.
Meet Madame Dr Fatmata, Resident Representative @undpinrwanda , A Guest of Honor, who brought wisdom, courage, and truth to the room.
She asked a question many women carry silently: “Does menopause last forever? Will I ever get my old self back?”
Her voice carried the weight of lived experience ,the frustration, the silence, the longing for answers.
With honesty and grace, she reminded us:
“Menopause is not a private matter. It is a societal issue. A public health priority ,from CVS to mental health.”
She applauded her UN colleagues for joining this vital conversation and honored Umubyeyi Elevate for bringing it to light.
Her call to action was clear:
“Let’s advocate for national menopause policies. Women deserve to age in dignity and health.”
We are deeply grateful.
#TuganireMenopoze #LetsTalkMenopoze #ReimaginingMenopause #Menospark #WomensHealth #MenopauseAwareness #PublicHealth #BreakingTheSilence
Pumping up the energy for the week ahead during #CarFreeDay !
My daughter & I were delighted to connect with Kigalians in this vibrant city on the move! An interesting twist is that I also get to connect with Govt counterparts.
Until next time, #TuriKumwe ✌🏾
What an inspiring day celebrating w/ #ImbutoFoundation as they mark 20 years of inspiring girls to excel!
Over 7,000 girls empowered, many now leaders, doctors & more. Such an achievement!👏🏾
At @UNDP_Rwanda, we believe in connecting & amplifying efforts that empower 🇷🇼’s girls.
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These standards are more than technical tools, they are drivers of sustainable change, guiding institutions to promote equal access, opportunity, and resources for both women and men. Said in her remarks Hon. minister @U_Consolee of @RwandaGender
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What is RS 560:2023?
It’s Rwanda’s national standard for gender equality—the first in Africa. It supports institutions to embed equality in their policies, practices, and culture, making inclusion both a guiding principle and an accountable framework.
#RS560 #GenderEquality
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This morning, we’re joined @rwandastandards, @GenderMonitorRw, @PSF_Rwanda, @unwomenrwanda & stakeholders to reflect on Rwanda’s gender equality journey, introduce the RS 560:2023 certification, & mobilize action, making gender equality a measurable standard in every workplace.
Today I spent my morning with partners reflecting on Rwanda’s journey toward #GenderEquality.
We had a dialogue on RS 560:2023, a 🇷🇼’s groundbreaking gender equality standard & the first of its kind in Africa.
This is how we set a new benchmark for inclusive development.
Today, I join the people of Rwanda in remembering the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.
I honour the memory of the victims, the resilience of survivors, and the unity of a nation that chose healing over hate.
May #NeverAgain be our shared commitment.
#Kwibuka31
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"Agriculture holds great potential for contributing to both economic and human development.
The UNCT looks forward to returning, reflecting further and seeing how much we can continue to work with @RwandaGov to scale up their efforts." — @FatmataLSesay
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The #GenderSeal programme, transforms good intentions into measurable action. It holds companies accountable—not just for having gender policies, but for implementing them, tracking progress, & creating lasting, inclusive change.
Watch👇🏾@EcobankRW's voice.
#CertifiedForChange
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What does #Beijing30 mean?
30 years ago, 189 countries, including #Rwanda, adopted the Beijing Declaration & Platform for Action, the most visionary global blueprint for advancing women’s rights.
Today , we celebrate progress, and call for bold action to finish the work.
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In celebration of Women’s Month and 30 years of the Beijing Declaration, the #UN family, together with stakeholders have come together to reflect on progress & recommit to advancing gender equality.
#Beijing30 #ForAllWomenAndGirls #WomensMonth
