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Paula Ingabire
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“Many Africans live in areas with coverage but are not accessing the internet.”
Paula Ingabire (born 1983) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: On why usage, and not coverage, is the bigger challenge for digital inclusion in Africa. Rwanda's Digital Blueprint: Minister Paula Ingabire on Driving Inclusive, Homegrown Technology Solutions Across Africa TechAfrica …
“Thinking big, staying together; accountability.”
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Recorded in: On the values that have guided Rwanda's progress. Policy statement of Rwanda ITU Plenipotentiary Conference 2022 (October 2022)
“...a season premiere...”
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Recorded in: Describing Rwanda's innovation journey at the Hanga PitchFest. ICT minister praises rising wave of young Rwandan innovators The New Times (November 15, 2025)
“We Need a Strong Internet in Our Daily Life.”
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Recorded in: Speech at opening of Internet Governance Forum (IGF) the 2022 Rwanda KT Press (November 16, 2022)
“The efficient measures are needed to address internet usage gap in Africa.”
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Recorded in: Paula Ingabire hosting of the MWC 2022 The NewTimes (October 20, 2022)
“We are certain that improving broadband services in Rwanda will be a critical enabler of the social-economic development we seek, and that this progressive policy will directly contribute to the achievement of our national strategic goals.”
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Recorded in: Ingabire said on Catalyst for innovation The New Times (December 05, 2022)
“It is very important for us to learn from each other's best practices, to understand which threats are lurking, but also to understand how we can join expertise, resources and efforts to really combat the cybersecurity threats.”
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“In terms of challenges, you have different maturity levels in the digital landscape. Finding a one-size-fits-all set of strategies that will close the gap in different parts of the world may be quite a challenge.”
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“When you look at our national AI policy, you realise that 70 per cent of the policy is focused on skills. That was very intentional because we knew that, without the right skills, we would never be able to support the industry and its associated changes. https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/11805/news/technology/ai-has-potential-to-create-jobs-with-higher-economic-value-says-ict-minister (24th October 2023)”
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“There is lack of data in the country which makes it hard to have impactful decision making. We need to open up this to spur innovation towards development through impactful solutions and innovation. This initiative will enable us to host critical data for development however data protection will be very important especially with the new law on personal data protection”
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Recorded in: https://www.ktpress.rw/2021/11/rwanda-launches-cost-effective-geographical-data-platform/ KT Press November 17, 2021
“Commenting on the official launch, H.E. Paula Ingabire says “CcHUB’s expansion into Kigali, marked with the launch of the Design Lab today, is an exciting landmark for Rwanda’s burgeoning tech community. Rwanda is keen on collaborating with world-class partners to establish ourselves as a leading destination that nurtures innovation-driven enterprises.”
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Recorded in: https://www.minict.gov.rw/news-detail/minister-paula-ingabire-officially-launched-cchub-design-lab MINICT (14 February 2019).
“Rwanda aims to harness the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, agriculture, and public services, Minister of ICT and Innovation.”
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Recorded in: Paris: ICT minister on how Rwanda uses AI in healthcare, agriculture The New Times (February 11, 2025)
“We will not be able to build homegrown solutions that respond to local challenges if we don't have a talented AI ecosystem, people that understand how to build these models, people that are able to leverage these tools and are out there to create the solutions.”
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Recorded in: Paris: ICT minister on how Rwanda uses AI in healthcare, agriculture The New Times (February 11, 2025)
“We’re excited about this partnership with the Gates Foundation around the AI Scaling Hub, designed to be a platform where we can scale AI solutions — starting with three sectors: health care, agriculture, and education.”
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Recorded in: Rwanda ICT And Innovation Minister Paula Ingabire Received $7.5M From Gates Foundation To Build Out AI Scaling Hub AFROTECH (August 29, 2025).
“I think what I enjoy the most about tech is the cross-cutting, enabling role that it plays. In the early days, technology was viewed in isolation, as a standalone field.”
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Recorded in: How to Close the Digital Gender Gap: A Conversation with Paula Ingabire ALX (March 26, 2023)
“The technological advancements over the last few years have been quite impressive, and that’s really opened my eyes to the importance of building strong teams and systems.”
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Recorded in: How to Close the Digital Gender Gap: A Conversation with Paula Ingabire ALX (March 26, 2023)
“The most important thing is to find the right partnerships, and work together in finding solutions to these challenges.”
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Recorded in: How to Close the Digital Gender Gap: A Conversation with Paula Ingabire ALX (March 26, 2023)
“If we are really going to be as inclusive as we say we want to be with our strategies and policies, and the way we implement them, then we must make sure that our programmes are intentionally and deliberately designed that way.”
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Recorded in: How to Close the Digital Gender Gap: A Conversation with Paula Ingabire ALX (March 26, 2023)
“It’s important to us that the tools being developed in and for Rwanda must be designed by diverse teams to ensure that the solutions are a good fit for all target groups.”
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Recorded in: How to Close the Digital Gender Gap: A Conversation with Paula Ingabire ALX (March 26, 2023)
“Every company hopes that each individual can become a client.”
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Recorded in: How to Close the Digital Gender Gap: A Conversation with Paula Ingabire ALX (March 26, 2023)
“You cannot assume that the challenges are the same across the population.”
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Recorded in: How to Close the Digital Gender Gap: A Conversation with Paula Ingabire ALX (March 26, 2023)
“Women typically struggle to balance their careers and families, leading to a lot of them giving up their professional lives to take care of their families.”
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Recorded in: How to Close the Digital Gender Gap: A Conversation with Paula Ingabire ALX (March 26, 2023)
“Thinking about my professional career, I would say I’m lucky to have identified people who not only inspired me, but were willing to tell me the truth, and nudge me in the right direction.”
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Recorded in: How to Close the Digital Gender Gap: A Conversation with Paula Ingabire ALX (March 26, 2023)
“We need to start with the basics in making sure that everyone can access and benefit from these exciting promises that come with technology, but we also need to do this in a safe manner.”
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Recorded in: How to Close the Digital Gender Gap: A Conversation with Paula Ingabire ALX (March 26, 2023)
“So much is happening at once, and there’s a tendency to ‘float’ if you don’t reflect on your learnings; the ability to be able to transfer lessons to your next opportunity is key.”
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Recorded in: How to Close the Digital Gender Gap: A Conversation with Paula Ingabire ALX (March 26, 2023)
“Claiming your place is about being open to change and providing people with options for solving problems.”
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Recorded in: How to Close the Digital Gender Gap: A Conversation with Paula Ingabire ALX (March 26, 2023)
“If we want girls and Women to build unicorns, they have to be able to build products that are global in nature.”
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Recorded in: How to Close the Digital Gender Gap: A Conversation with Paula Ingabire ALX (March 26, 2023)
“To all the young girls out there, having role models and access to opportunities is great, but will make no difference if you don’t believe in yourself.”
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Recorded in: How to Close the Digital Gender Gap: A Conversation with Paula Ingabire ALX (March 26, 2023)
“We want to be able to lead the way. We can't just put on a hat of regulations and policymaking. We also want to be able to experiment with the potential of AI across different fields of the public sector”
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Recorded in: Minister Ingabire urges leaders to help bridge gaps in AI access THE NEW TIMES (22, January 2025)
“AI can help transform the East African nation’s economy. By her department’s calculations, AI could contribute “at least 6%” to Rwanda’s GDP, Ingabire said at the World Economic Forum in January”
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Recorded in: Introducing the 2025 TIME100 Next Time (27 August 2025 )
“This is not something we’re building just for the government,It’s for the private sector, academia, and entrepreneurs who can turn skills into thriving businesses.Our metrics will not be how many people we train. Our metrics will be how the industry is growing, and how resilient our systems are, it’s not just about defence. We are creating jobs, we are creating services, we are creating startups.”
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Recorded in: Rwanda’s CyberHub marks new chapter in digital security, skills developmentTHE NEW TIMES (02, OCTOBER 2025)
“The greatest risk that East Africa faces is that we will remain consumers of AI systems built elsewhere, trained on data that does not Reflect our own Realities, and optimised for problems that are not ours.”
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Recorded in: Why East Africa must own its AI future, not import it. newtimes.co.rw (September 19, 2026)
“AI sovereignty means the capacity of East African nations, individually and collectively to define how AI is developed, deployed, And governed within our borders.”
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Recorded in: Why East Africa must own its AI future, not import it. newtmes.co.rw (September 19, 2026)
“Artificial intelligence is now recognised as a critical technology that will significantly impact societies. For that, all countries must start to equip themselves with the right strategies to enable them to harness the potential of AI, while at the same time addressing the potential risks.”
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“One of the benefits that we have is that we don't have legacy infrastructure and systems. And so, if we're able to be very laser focussed on how we deploy AI solutions for the societal problems we're trying to solve for, then one, we gain the benefits, but also we're able to leapfrog when it comes to technological development.”
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“Connecting schools to the internet is not just about bringing technology to classrooms; it is about expanding opportunities and laying the foundation for a digital workforce that can power Rwanda's future.”
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Recorded in: Rwanda Giga initiative connects over 500 schools to internet", The New Times (September 2023)
“Innovation flourishes best in environments where policy acts as an accelerator rather than a barrier. Our goal is to make Rwanda a living laboratory for testing and scaling emerging technologies.”
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Recorded in: Rwanda paves way for tech startups with sandbox regulations", KT Press (May 2021)
“The future of financial inclusion lies in interoperability. When payment platforms seamlessly connect, small businesses and rural citizens benefit the most from the digital economy.”
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Recorded in: ICT Minister Ingabire on interoperable digital payments", The New Times (December 2020)
“Building local tech capacity requires long-term investment in STEM education, especially for young girls who must see themselves as future creators and leaders in technology.”
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Recorded in: Empowering Rwandan Women in STEM", UN Women (February 2022)
“A digital economy without the full participation of women cannot scale to reach its full potential. We need to keep empowering women in the technology sector and ensure that they have equal access to education, training, employment opportunities, digital financial services and access to information.”
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“When I think about technology, and for us in Rwanda, technology is an enabler for almost every sector and aspect of society. Sports is one area that’s not left behind.”
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Recorded in: https://taarifa.rw/2024/06/01/third-bal-innovation-summit-highlights-the-role-of-technology-business-in-african-sports/?utm_source
“To achieve this vision, the country has adopted an ambitious plan to leverage the power of AI to drive economic growth, enhance public service delivery and foster inclusive and sustainable development.”
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“The successful 5G delivery stratospheric test we conducted is promising. It represents a significant step towards narrowing the digital divide and enhancing digital inclusion with innovative solutions.”
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“It underscores our dedication to establish Rwanda as a premier global destination for pioneering and visionary individuals from across the globe, where they can harness our supportive policies and regulatory flexibility to explore cutting-edge innovations that address development challenges.”
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“We look forward to engaging in very meaningful conversations that are not only going to strengthen the India-Africa collaboration but most importantly to forge new and stronger partnerships between our communities.”
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“Everyone deserves to access an opportunity that comes with the digital world, and it’s our duty to ensure that connectivity becomes universal, affordable, and accessible.”
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Recorded in: https://www.ktpress.rw/2022/11/we-need-a-strong-internet-in-our-daily-life-minister-ingabire/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
“We are also willing to co-create policy and regulations with all concerned parties.”
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Recorded in: https://www.itu.int/en/itunews/Documents/2022/2022-03/2022_ITUNews03-en.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com
“We need to move beyond working in isolation and start building interoperable systems that allow our countries and citizens to connect, transact and innovate across borders.”
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Recorded in: https://taarifa.rw/2026/09/21/paula-ingabire-calls-for-cross-border-digital-systems-to-accelerate-africas-tech-transformation/?utm_source=chatgpt.com