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Claudette Irere
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“ICT is a tool and an enabler, if women start using it at its full capacity, growth in the economy would be realised,”
Claudette Irere first seen 2016 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , The World Economic Forum kicked off yesterday, in Kigali Rwanda. Under the theme, Connecting Africa’s Resources through Digital Transformation, the forum calls for recognition of Information Communication Technology (…
“We need more role models, unfortunately women in technology tend to be geeky and shy away from the limelight. We don’t get to see more of them out there; hence, young girls don’t have enough women to look up to in this sector”
Claudette Irere first seen 2016 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , The World Economic Forum kicked off yesterday, in Kigali Rwanda. Under the theme, Connecting Africa’s Resources through Digital Transformation, the forum calls for recognition of Information Communication Technology (…
“A couple of years back when I was still in school, we used to have a “Career fair day” and our school would invite a guest - a woman or professional - to inspire us and take us through their career journey”
Claudette Irere first seen 2016 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , The World Economic Forum kicked off yesterday, in Kigali Rwanda. Under the theme, Connecting Africa’s Resources through Digital Transformation, the forum calls for recognition of Information Communication Technology (…
“While I believe that schools are key players when it comes to inspiring more women to join technology, I also believe that it needs to be a collective effort to encourage and inspire women to join Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, (STEM). With the 4th Industrial Revolution catching up on us, it is only wise to have more women embrace technology,”
Claudette Irere first seen 2016 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , The World Economic Forum kicked off yesterday, in Kigali Rwanda. Under the theme, Connecting Africa’s Resources through Digital Transformation, the forum calls for recognition of Information Communication Technology (…
“We have realised, from many countries, that to be able to run TVET successfully, there is a need for sufficient funds. Many countries have done so and we want to see if we can also do it here. The government has already invested in TVET but it is not enough. That is why we need to think of other ways to support it.”
Claudette Irere first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , The New Times (22 November 2022)
“Sciences are important as there are so many untapped opportunities for women. As the saying goes,‘educating a girl is educating a whole nation’, when girls learn, they know better and with this they are empowered”
Claudette Irere first seen 2013 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , In 2013, researchers at Yale published a study proving that physicists, chemists and biologists are likely to view a young male scientist more favourably than a woman with the same qualifications (08 February 2017)
“I think young talent is supported more today compared to years back. Before it was more of academics but today, children are given space to develop their talent which is good because letting them explore it will help them do what they are passionate about.”
Claudette Irere first seen 2016 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , 14-YEAR-OLD Magnifique Kazutete dreams of becoming a renowned guitarist one day. Her passion for music sparked interest in the instrument, pushing her to ask her parents to enroll her for guitar classes (08 December 2…
“There is still a gap in digital literacy. Digital literacy is still at 8.9 per cent among Rwandans. This is not enough for a country like Rwanda that seeks to put all services online. We have developed a road map to increase digital literacy,”
Claudette Irere first seen 2019 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , Govt commences digital literacy of SACCO users ahead of automation (21 October 2019)
“They need to be able to use digital productive tools. We have to ensure that graduates join labor market with digital workforce skills”
Claudette Irere first seen 2019 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , Govt commences digital literacy of SACCO users ahead of automation (21 October 2019)
“There are about 25 initiatives needed for ensuring smart cities in Africa and we will be seeking more innovations from developers and finance them to support the community with those solutions”
Claudette Irere first seen 2018 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , The New Times (02 October 2018)
“In fact, the restructuring and splitting of the Ministry of ICT and Youth meant that the government wanted to raise its commitment towards promoting technology. Supporting such a programme is one of our priorities, and we believe that students should be taught these skills at a young age.”
Claudette Irere first seen 2018 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , The first robotics boot camp kicked off in Kigali yesterday, bringing together at least 40 outstanding students (20 boys and 20 girls) from 20 schools across the country. (03 January 2018)
“Don’t be afraid to think big, and, most importantly, don’t be afraid to fail along the way, because no one learns when they only experience success,”
Claudette Irere first seen 2018 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , Several youth innovative projects won cash and other prizes during the closure of an initiative dubbed ‘Pitch Night’ in Kigali on Wednesday. ( 18 May 2018)
“We set rules, regulations and policies regarding the sector but we need more action. We are therefore committed to making more of these kind of cooperation happening”
Claudette Irere first seen 2019 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , More efforts needed in developing AI sector (27 November 2019)
“Already having this platform for our students is a big step, but we cannot say we are directly going to provide the materials, but we are working hard towards providing them to the TVET schools that need them”
Claudette Irere first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , The New Times (22 October 2021)
“We will still educate students who are smart and relevant to the market, despite the difficulties from Covid-19.”
Claudette Irere first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , The New Times (June 11 2021)
“All in all, it was quite a good learning experience. Going forward, the learnt lessons will permit us to plan and do better. We ask schools, parents and students to embrace this new normal because digital is the only way to go”, she concludes.”
Claudette Irere first seen 2020 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , The New Times (29 December 2020)
“I believe this agreement means important opportunities for education cooperation between the two TVET institutions. I am convinced that more cooperation will come in regards to student exchanges and researches in service of this memorandum of understating,”
Claudette Irere first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , The New Times (29 December 2021)
“When someone comes to visit a school like this, it is to see what they are doing, see what they have and where we can collaborate with them because when you look at the large number of schools we have that teach careers and sciences in Rwanda, they are private.(Iyo umuntu aje gusura ishuri nk’iri ni ukugira ngo turebe ibyo bakora, turebe ubushobozi bafite n’aho twafatanya nabo kuko iyo urebye umubare munini w’amashuri dufite yigisha imyuga n’ubumenyingiro mu Rwanda ni ay’abikorera.)”
Claudette Irere first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , Minisitiri Irere yashimye uruhare rwa ULK Polytechnic Institute mu kwigisha imyuga n’ubumenyingiro (17 February 2022)
“Since we all share the same thread, it's about how easy it is to get students so that they're willing to continue teaching. Polytechnic requires a high level of ability to teach but what they have shown us gives us confidence that they are capable.(Kubera ko twese dusenyera umugozi umwe haba kureba uburyo bakoroherezwa kubona abanyeshuri cyane ko bafite ubushake bwo gukomeza kwigisha. Polytechnic bisaba ubushobozi buri hejuru kuyigisha ariko ibyo batugaragarije biraduha icyizere ko babishoboye.)”
Claudette Irere first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , Minisitiri Irere yashimye uruhare rwa ULK Polytechnic Institute mu kwigisha imyuga n’ubumenyingiro (17 February 2022)
“A child who studied in these technical schools, can continue to study whatever he wants and if he does not go to university, he does not miss anything. "Rwanda is progressing and not all the work will be done by foreigners.(Umwana wize muri aya mashuri ya Tekeniki, ashobora gukomeza akiga icyo ashaka cyose ikindi iyo atagiye muri kaminuza ntabwo abura icyo akora.U Rwanda ruri gutera imbere ntabwo imirimo yose izakomeza gukorwa n’Abanyamahanga".)”
Claudette Irere first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , Minisitiri Irere Claudette yasabye ababyeyi gushishikariza abana kwiga mu mashuri y’imyuga n’ubumenyingiro (20 October 2022)
“We also need experts who know how to do it and do it professionally so that we don't continue to outsource to foreigners who have learned what we teach.(Natwe dukeneye abahanga bazi kubikora kandi bakabikora kinyamwuga kugira ngo twirinde kuzakomeza gutanga amasoko ku banyamahanga bize ibyo natwe turi kwigisha)”
Claudette Irere first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , Minisitiri Irere Claudette yasabye ababyeyi gushishikariza abana kwiga mu mashuri y’imyuga n’ubumenyingiro (20 October 2022)
“You have the power to make every classroom not just a place of learning, but a space of inspiration*The future will need best coders like, this is just beginning. Never stop”
Claudette Irere first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: https://www.reb.gov.rw/news-detail/the-future-will-need-best-coders-like-this-is-just-the-beginning-never-stop-minister-of-state-in-charge-of-ict-tvet-irere-claudette-says-during-awarding-ceremony-of-best-winners-in-scr…
“I remember the wife of George Bush visiting us, But she was not the only one. Visitors taught us about the world, proper conduct, and how to carry ourselves as young women. Schools today still need this kind of exposure.”
Claudette Irere first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: FAWE GIRLS’ SCHOOL is Celebrating 25 Years. State Minister Irere Claudette is Former Student (Kt Press, January 30, 2026)
“It was here I learned to speak in public. Even today, the fearlessness and confidence I developed at FAWE help me in my work.”
Claudette Irere first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: FAWE GIRLS’ SCHOOL is Celebrating 25 Years. State Minister Irere Claudette is Former Student (Kt Press, January 30, 2026).
“I wanted to be near doctors to understand their work. But I eventually realized medicine was not for me—the patience required in the face of suffering was immense.”
Claudette Irere first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: FAWE GIRLS’ SCHOOL is Celebrating 25 Years. State Minister Irere Claudette is Former Student (Kt Press, January 30, 2026).
“Study hard, take advantage of the opportunities your school gives you, and listen to visitors who come to teach you. The people you sit with in school will be your lifelong friends—they are the first capital God gives you. Hold on to them. Helping children choose schools is crucial. No one else can do this for you.”
Claudette Irere first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: FAWE GIRLS’ SCHOOL is Celebrating 25 Years. State Minister Irere Claudette is Former Student (Kt Press, January 30, 2026).
“The world is not moving toward removing teachers. Instead, it is moving toward empowering teachers to use AI to teach better.”
Claudette Irere first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: https://www.ktpress.rw/2026/02/ai-will-empower-not-replace-teachers-rwanda-assures-as-education-sector-embraces-digital-shift/?utm_source
“In education, the teacher is the foundation. No one is going to replace them. Nothing will replace them.”
Claudette Irere first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: https://www.ktpress.rw/2026/02/ai-will-empower-not-replace-teachers-rwanda-assures-as-education-sector-embraces-digital-shift/?utm_source
“If we are to realise meaningful regional integration, education, particularly higher education, must play a critical and central role.”
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“Our young people should be the ones producing Technological devices we use in our daily lives.”
Claudette Irere wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“We need pupils who can ask questions, and solve the problems in any situation. That’s what programmers are there for.”
Claudette Irere wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Using technology and innovations of gender equality promote inclusivity and creates a platform to drive change.”
Claudette Irere wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“We believe that teachers play a crucial role in driving the necessary transformations in education.”
Claudette Irere first seen 2023 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: https://www.mineduc.gov.rw/news-detail/rwanda-celebrates-international-teachers-day-2023?utm_source
“What we are asking for is collaboration between technical schools like these and the private sector, because without such cooperation, these innovations remain here unused.”
Claudette Irere wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“When you look at the numbers of those who should be at school and those who are there, today you see that there is a problem, so we should look at it together, it is not the responsibility of some or others, it is a problem that concerns the Rwandan community as a whole when you see a student who should be in a poor school , send them to school, where you find that parents are not putting effort into their responsibility to send their children to school, that problem is really difficult for us".(iyo umuntu areba imibare y'abagomba kuba bari ku ishuri ndetse n'abahari, uyumunsi ubona hari ikibazo, dukwiriye rero kurebera hamwe ntabwo byaba inshingano za bamwe cyangwa iz'abandi ni ikibazo kireba umuryango nyarwanda muri rusange aho ubonye umunyeshuri wakagombye kuba ari mu ishuri mukebure, mwohereze kw'ishuri, aho usanze ababyeyi batarimo gushyira imbaraga mu nshingano zabo zo kohereza abana mu ishuri ubakebure, icyo kibazo rwose kiradukomereye".)”
Claudette Irere first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , Inyarwanda (19 October 2022)