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Claire Akamanzi
65 quotes
“Aid is going towards the most vulnerable part of our needs, health, education as well as supporting agriculture, because those are the ones development partners have agreed on.”
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“Tourism can sustain its marketing on its own as it generates revenue. It is our largest foreign exchange earner and proceeds can be used to fund such initiatives.”
Claire Akamanzi (born 1979) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“What keeps me pushing forward is to see what my ancestors went through, and I see that I am privileged.”
Claire Akamanzi (born 1979) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Claire Akamanzi. ejscenter.org (March 01,2021)
“A country that sees itself as worthy of the global stage, that demands respect, and earns respect, because it has values and worth beyond just money…I think we are on a journey of building that.”
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Recorded in: Claire Akamanzi. ejscenter.org (March 01,2021)
“Every decision must be about those people. It’s also about service —not privilege or power, not recognition.”
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Recorded in: Claire Akamanzi. ejscenter.org (March 01,2021)
“Sports is not just talent. Sports is not just recreation. Sports is actually an economy...a big business,”
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“If you serve people, you get results; you make them better off than they were.”
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Recorded in: Claire Akamanzi. ejscenter.org (March 01,2021)
“Most of the big companies are owned by men; let’s support each other as women so that we can also achieve such business success, This will not come easily, but it’s a journey we need to embark on now.”
Claire Akamanzi (born 1979) first seen 2020 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: entrepreneurs (March 21, 2020)
“The pursuit of excellence is a choice available to anyone from anywhere. No matter how bad the hand that faith has apportioned to you.”
Claire Akamanzi (born 1979) first seen 2020 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: entrepreneurs (March 21, 2020)
“A key role for a leader is to support and mentor the next generation of leaders and create an effective team.”
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Recorded in: entrepreneurs (March 21, 2020)
“Credibility is earned. Result speaks loudest.”
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Recorded in: entrepreneurs (March 21, 2020)
“There’s always a positive way forward.”
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Recorded in: entrepreneurs (March 21, 2020)
“Never accept the status quo. However much the odds against you. You can always aim and achieve better.”
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Recorded in: entrepreneurs (March 21, 2020)
“Never underestimate your potential to be among the best in the world.”
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Recorded in: entrepreneurs (March 21, 2020)
“Aim high and stay focused on your goals. We are not a wealthy country but we’ve built a national airline, a national broadband fiber optic infrastructure with 4GLTE connectivity..”
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Recorded in: entrepreneurs (March 21, 2020)
“Leave no one behind. Be inclusive. Whatever you choose to do in life, always remember this: involving others in designing solutions that affect them will ensure ownership and ultimately sustainability.”
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Recorded in: entrepreneurs (March 21, 2020)
“Stand for what is right and be willing to fight for it even if it’s not popular.”
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Recorded in: entrepreneurs (March 21, 2020)
“Dignity is not granted, we have to claim it.”
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Recorded in: entrepreneurs (March 21, 2020)
“In many fragile contexts, you will find corruption thriving because there is no rule of law, there is no order.”
Claire Akamanzi (born 1979) first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Akamanzi Tells World Leaders 3 Things Why Rwanda Is Competitive. Taarifa. (May 2022)
“A country has to be very clear about what it wants, and everybody else must be part of that. Rwanda did that very clearly. We defined what we want to do and where the priorities were.”
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Recorded in: Akamanzi Tells World Leaders 3 Things Why Rwanda Is Competitive. Taarifa. (May 2022)
“I think about the greater challenges that have been overcome by other people, and that helps me accept my challenge, deal with it, and focus on what is actually really important.”
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Recorded in: Amujae Leader Clare Akamanzi discusses her hopes for Africa’s future on the Everyday Ubuntu podcast. ejscenter.org (March 2021)
“I also wish for Rwanda to be a country of values. A country that sees itself as worthy of the global stage, that demands respect, and earns respect, because it has values and worth beyond just money…I think we are on a journey of building that.”
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Recorded in: Amujae Leader Clare Akamanzi discusses her hopes for Africa’s future on the Everyday Ubuntu podcast. ejscenter.org (March 2021)
“You can prove your concept in Rwanda and then expand to the rest of the continent.”
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Recorded in: Clare Akamanzi: ‘We have made it easier to do business’. theafricareport. (March 2019)
“Additionally, the skills transfer in critical areas such as renewable energies and energy transition will undoubtedly contribute to the development of local expertise in the energy sector.”
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Recorded in: Rwanda and TotalEnergies sign historic deal. FurtherAfrica. (February 2022)
“We are excited to extend our collaboration with the Basketball Africa League. With the great memories from the last season of the BAL finals still fresh in our minds, we are truly excited to find out what the next five years have in store for us”
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Recorded in: TILL 2028: ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE RENEWED PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN RWANDA & THE BAL KT PRESS (19 jun 2023)
“Our shared vision of a prosperous future is founded on the spirit of entrepreneurship, the exchange of knowledge and skills, as well as expertise. The New Times, August 07, 2023”
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“The government has worked with renowned conservationists to reintroduce and rehabilitate the other national parks. You can actually see the Big 5 in Rwanda today.”
Claire Akamanzi (born 1979) first seen 2023 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: WEF 2023: Rwandan delegation woos investors in Davos The New Times ( January 17, 2023)
“It starts with the product you are offering. In Rwanda we have national parks which are the most premium products. And so protecting them for long-term tourism is extremely important.”
Claire Akamanzi (born 1979) first seen 2023 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: WEF 2023: Rwandan delegation woos investors in Davos The New Times ( January 17, 2023)
“The NBA does its Africa league in Rwanda, we are hosting the FIFA congress in March this year, and I think that boldness shocks the world, the world takes notice, and we start yielding from it.”
Claire Akamanzi (born 1979) first seen 2023 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: WEF 2023: Rwandan delegation woos investors in Davos The New Times ( January 17, 2023)
“We have seen tremendous success and return on investment over the last three years and look forward to doing much more together. We are also glad to be part of shaping up Africa’s basketball growth story, not only through hosting The BAL games, but also implementing youth development and social impact programs.”
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Recorded in: TILL 2028: ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE RENEWED PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN RWANDA & THE BAL KT Press (June 19, 2023)
“The BAL has proven to be a great unifier, and we remain committed to showcasing the best Rwanda has to offer in terms of tourism, investment opportunities, talent development, Made in Rwanda products and much more to the world. With the BAL and other major events, Rwanda is the home for sport in Africa,”
Claire Akamanzi (born 1979) first seen 2023 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: TILL 2028: ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE RENEWED PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN RWANDA & THE BAL KT Press (June 19, 2023)
“We have introduced free online registration and reduced registration fees from 25,000 to 15,000 francs. We have also eliminated certain requirements like the notarizing of sale agreement”
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Recorded in: Rwanda makes more reforms to ease doing business Reuters ( May 19, 2011)
“Every time in sports it’s about: “You can do it.” “You can make a difference.” “You can win.” “Reflect on yourself.” “What could you improve?” “What are your challenges?” “Where do you need to work harder?” Okay, you didn’t make it this time—try again. Be a good team player. Show fair play. Push yourself.”
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Recorded in: Akamanzi on sports, leadership and breaking boundaries. (The new Times, August 18, 2025)
“If you want your child to be a great doctor, a CEO, a leader in any field, investing in their participation in sports will help them achieve that—even if they don’t end up as professional athletes.”
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Recorded in: Akamanzi on sports, leadership and breaking boundaries. (The new Times, August 18, 2025)
“Sports teaches discipline, and that discipline takes you places. We’ve seen how consistency and discipline make a difference—not just in sports but even here in Rwanda.”
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Recorded in: Akamanzi on sports, leadership and breaking boundaries. (The new Times, August 18, 2025)
“Rwanda had the highest YouTube viewership on the continent. That means all the investments we’ve made in sport here, all the infrastructure, all the effort—there’s a fanbase behind it, and they’re following and watching.”
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Recorded in: Akamanzi on sports, leadership and breaking boundaries. (The new Times, August 18, 2025)
“Balancing family and leadership is hard — especially when your children are very young.”
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Recorded in: Akamanzi on sports, leadership and breaking boundaries. (The new Times, August 18, 2025)
“It’s not easy. Leadership is a marathon, not a sprint. You need stamina. So, self-care matters.”
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Recorded in: Akamanzi on sports, leadership and breaking boundaries. (The new Times, August 18, 2025)
“Sometimes you face situations and realize you don’t have all the answers. And that forces you to ask, to learn, to adapt.”
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Recorded in: Akamanzi on sports, leadership and breaking boundaries. (The new Times, August 18, 2025)
“Motherhood is the most intimate school for leadership and keeps you grounded — sometimes kids ask questions that challenge you to think or research more.”
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Recorded in: Akamanzi on sports, leadership and breaking boundaries. (The new Times, August 18, 2025)
“We're not exporting talent because when you export talent, you export the value that comes with the talent,”
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Recorded in: ( the newtimes, Saturday, September 19, 2026)
“Excellence isn't negotiable. When individuals commit to dependability and excellence, they create opportunities not just for themselves, but for entire communities.”
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“The number one factor that we’ve seen from our experience in Rwanda is if the leadership of a country governs well, you are probably fifty percent done.”
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“If you have the leadership right, you have half the problem solved.”
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“The sports industry is growing into a multi-billion-dollar sector. It needs women as much as it needs men.”
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“Rwanda’s story shows that with clear strategy, unwavering commitment to good governance, and a focus on innovation, transformative economic progress is possible.”
Claire Akamanzi (born 1979) first seen 2019 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: How Rwanda transformed its economy", World Economic Forum (September 2019)
“Gender equality is not just a moral imperative; it is a fundamental driver of economic performance and social stability.”
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Recorded in: Women Leadership Driving Economic Growth", UN Women (March 2021)
“Aid is going towards the most vulnerable part of our needs, health, education as well as supporting agriculture... Tourism can sustain its marketing on its own as it generates revenue.”
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“Clare Akamanzi, the RDB Chief Executive Officer said:”
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“We want to tell our story. A story of a country on the move. A country with a track record of beating the odds to create value for its people.”
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