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“I would hope that we’re not going to be, on the one hand, encouraging young people into a healthy lifestyle, and at the same time promoting a way of life that is demonstrably unhealthy.”
Catherine Tizard (1931–2021) said by 2021 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I hope we’ll have as much pride as the Americans had, but I don’t think it’ll be done in quite the same way. It’s not our style to let everything hang out.”
Catherine Tizard (1931–2021) said by 2021 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“In relations with China the trouble is, if China wants an independent Church this will always be outside the universal Church and will also be an obstacle to relations with the Holy See. However we pray and we hope the future will be better.”
Paul Shan Kuo-hsi (1923–2012) first seen 2005 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: With Benedict XVI we know where the Church is going” Cardinal Paul Shan, Bishop of Kaohsiung told Fides (23 April 2005) Fides news Agency
“I pray that Nollywood gets better and that we have more international collaborations. I hope that actors become better paid and better appreciated. I also pray that we would have better scripts.”
Omowumi Dada (born 1989) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Rwanda has transformed itself, unity is the foundation of everything we try to do. For the beginning we understood the need to cultivate and preserve the spirit of oneness to give us hope for a better future”
Paul Kagame (born 1957) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“So, Rwanda has transformed itself. Unity, being together, is the foundation of everything we try to do. From the beginning, we understood the need to cultivate and preserve a spirit of “oneness” to give us hope for a better future.”
Paul Kagame (born 1957) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“No matter what happens tonight, I hope I have made my country proud, my family and friends proud and for sure I know my mom is sooo proud! Again thank you to everyone on my team, my sponsors, and to those who have contributed to my #roadtomissuniverse journey. I’m forever grateful”
Olutosin Araromi (born 1993) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I do not have that much to say but if I were to share the words of H.E. the President during the Swearing-In Ceremony, we as the leadership are called to serve our citizens to the best of our abilities. I took his words to heart and I hope that as I begin my tenure here at the Ministry of Trade and Industry, we will continue to serve our citizens wholeheartedly.”
Beata Habyarimana (born 1975) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Beatha's gratitude to Paul Kagame, Minicom (22 March 2021)
“I have hope, although Rwanda still has problems. We’ve moved past many, many difficulties — so many that I think we have reached the midpoint or maybe even 60 percent. But we still have 40 percent to cover. We’re trying to leave behind a safer world for our children.”
Rose Kabuye (born 1961) first seen 2008 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: https://bangambiki.wordpress.com/2008/11/12/rose-kabuye/?
“A gift, a curse, they track and hurt Say can you dream, in nightmare seems? A million voices, silent dreams Where hope is left so incomplete”
Aurora (singer) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“As soon as the District leadership identifies where the additional health posts will be built, we will start the construction and we hope to deliver them before the end of the year.”
Diane Gashumba first seen 2018 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Health care services, Ministry of Health (2018)
“With the right investments and partnerships, we can create resilient food systems that feed the growing population in harmony with nature, while they deliver jobs, stability, and hope for future generations.”
Gérardine Mukeshimana (born 1970) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: EAT Forum: IFAD calls for investment in rural areas and food systems to feed the planet sustainably while creating jobs IFAD (3 October 2025)
“There is hope when people work together to tackle problems. Even the Democratic Republic of Congo Parliament will be represented and their coming itself, is one first big step”
Rose Mukantabana (born 1961) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/14099/National/speaker-optimistic-on-regional-parliamentary-forum ( The New Times , September 19, 2026)
“So at 16 I decided to be a journalist, that way I could tell the stories of people and bring it to public attention. However now I think I am still telling stories but just in different mediums. For me it is still a way of helping people seek some kind of justice or resolution or at least it will be the beginning of it I hope.”
Wana Udobang (born 1969) first seen 2015 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Wana talk about her career in 2015.
“I hope to use this form of story telling as a way to humanize, educate, highlight some of the healthcare inconsistencies and stigmatization of people living with various illnesses.”
Wana Udobang (born 1969) first seen 2017 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Wana shares spotlight on interview series "Warriors" in 2017.
“The trauma of insecurity in Nigeria today is a subject that should engage our writers. They need to write about it with the aim of exposing those responsible and shaming them, with the hope that they would change their evil ways”
Akachi Adimora-Ezeigbo (born 1947) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“If it were generally understood that Christianity and Mohammedanism were genuine daughters of Israel, we might hope for less unfilial treatment”
Hannah G. Solomon (1858–1942) said by 1942 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“My Foundation, it's called the Anna Banner Empowerment Foundation, and it is aimed at empowering young girls, young girls who have lost hope in life or because they have a child, they believe life has ended.”
Anna Banner (born 1995) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Modeling and acting together is actually a beautiful thing, because when am acting, I play different characters of people and being other people. When am modeling I tend to wear different looks. My modeling and acting brand is really growing in Nigeria and we hope to take it outside Nigeria.”
Beverly Osu (born 1992) first seen 2018 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Beverly speak on modeling and acting career in 2018.
“We hope this will improve service delivery.”
Assumpta Ingabire first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: https://www.ktpress.rw/2022/11/nyanza-district-solves-mobility-challenge-among-grassroots-leaders/ ( KT Press , November 28, 2022 )
“Women see more role models in local government, in business, and I hope in the not so distant future we shall see more women in executive roles.(Abagore babona icyitegererezo muri za Leta z'ibanze no mu bucuruzi, kandi nizeye ko mu gihe kitari cya kure tuzabona abagore benshi mu myanya yo hejuru y'ubuyobozi.)”
Diane Karusisi (born 1975) first seen 2020 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Speaking with the New Times on getting more women to play executives roles in the banking sector. 2020
“Once someone is trained and has a Mobile Money account, our hope is that they move forward—start a small business or create their own job. That’s how people build wealth.”
Soraya Hakuziyaremye first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: From SIM Cards to Savings: How Rwanda’s Central Bank is Banking on Rural Women KT Press(September 22, 2026)
“It is our deepest hope that we will certainly have a highly fruitful Session of the APU Executive Committee, which no doubt will pave the way for us to discuss with our African counterparts how best to cater to the needs of our citizens and contribute to helping them fulfill their aspirations.”
Donatille Mukabalisa (1960–2026) first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Rwanda To Host African Parliamentary Union Meeting. KTPress. (March 2022)
“That is exactly what brought us here, to understand the problems then embark on advocacy where necessary which we hope will yield and some of these problems will be addressed.”
Margaret Nyagahura (born 1961) first seen 2018 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Competency-Based Curriculum, said Nyagahura (The new Times, Friday, November 02, 2018)
“I’ve always stayed true to who I am, no matter what’s going on. It sounds cliche but where there’s a will there’s a way, and I hope people can take away from my experience that they don’t have to fit into a certain box to make it; they can be themselves and make it and that be OK.”
“This is an atrocity that happens and my hope is the piece pulls people in to be witnesses of what they are denying.”
Malaika Uwamahoro (born 1990) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I had it very easy because I was not brought up to be proud. I hope I am not blowing my trumpet but I think I am very humble. Nobody will say that I crossed their path but if you cross mine or take me for granted, I won’t take it lightly, I would bring out police barracks life. Growing up in police barracks will make you tough.”
Uche Azikiwe (born 1947) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I hope my writing can help people to see life in a different light and encourage mental emancipation.”
Amata Giramata (born 1996) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“There is hope that it’s a promising field to put your money.”
Nadege Uwamwezi (born 1993) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Is the Rwandan movie industry safe for investment?. Africa Press (October 01, 2026).
“I have not achieved much, neither have I achieved less, though I’m looking onto much more that is yet to come. But I can say I have so far improved on my communication skills and developed a good relationship with clients; I am running two businesses, I pay for my school tuition, and many more. The keenness that I have for the next level is the hope and confidence that keeps us in motion.”
Kate Bashabe (born 1990) first seen 2016 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , Rwanda’s fashion industry is referred to by some as ‘a baby learning how to walk’. (22 June 2016
“Basically it was a good experience because it made me believe in myself and it gave me hope that I can spread my wings, and soar to success. I managed to get connections with influential personalities which helped me learn a lot from them and in the long run, I found myself an entrepreneur with two businesses and I engaged myself in other re-creational activities”
Kate Bashabe (born 1990) first seen 2015 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Although Rwanda is endowed with beautiful women, the number of girls taking part in beauty pageants is discouraging compared to other countries. Observers attribute the problem to several reasons like cultural norms fue…
“The song carries a message of hope, love, unity, and words of encouragement, especially to the young generation for a brighter future”
Kate Bashabe (born 1990) first seen 2019 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Bashabe on wearing many hatsThe New Times(June 10, 2019)
“I like to help needy people, but unfortunately some of these seem to have lost hope, and not sure of their future, or the future of their children”
Kate Bashabe (born 1990) first seen 2019 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Artistes bring hope to needy communities through musicThe New Times(May 31, 2019)
“But there is still hope that newer developments in the field of IT can now [see] women [working] alongside men,”
Akaliza Keza Gara first seen 2014 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , Tech Entrepreneur Encourages Rwanda’s Young Women to Venture into ICT (August 7, 2014)
“I hope it’s going to help children to develop their inner talents, the idea was to turn this centre which used to serve as an orphanage into something useful for the children.”
Sonia Rolland (born 1981) first seen 2000 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Miss France 2000 and founder of Maisha Africa Association, Sonia Rolland Uwitonze, is helping Gisimba Memorial Centre, a former orphanage in Nyamirambo Sector, Nyarugenge District, continue its initial mission of preser…
“If they can listen to our songs, that means they can listen to these messages of hope and change their lives,”
Miss Jojo (born 1983) first seen 2009 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , She is best known for her contemporary Rwandan music, but really she is skilled in many different aspects of music. Miss Jojo is currently the most famous female Rwandan musician (19 November 2009)
“All the songs are my personal experiences and journey through life. I hope to touch everyone with this album and I pray the people find it worthwhile”
Miss Jojo (born 1983) first seen 2008 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , To prove her music prowess, Josiane Uwineza aka Miss Jojo is set to launch her debut solo album. (11 November 2008)
“But all the same I want to be remembered as Hauwa Maina from Biu that was born in Kaduna as a Muslim and worshiped God to the best of my knowledge and experience, And I hope to make it to paradise whenever I answer the call of my ancestors.”
Hauwa Maina (died 2018) said by 2018 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I think if you’re a white Zimbabwean, you have an extra responsibility to give back if you can. My hope as a publisher for more than 30 years is that I have enabled a corpus of work proffering many different stories and points of view.”
Irene Staunton first seen 2020 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: We rise by lifting others':outstanding women of Zimbabwe - in pictures,(December 17,2020)
“I hope this will be an inspiration and an example to young people.”
Lindiwe Majele Sibanda first seen 2019 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Lindiwe talks about agripreneur among African youths, (December 15,2019)
“We place our hope first of all in God, then in the goodwill of the parties who say they are ready to resume dialogue.”
Joseph Kingsley Swampillai (born 1936) first seen 2003 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Despite Isolated Acts of Violence by Groups of Uncontrolled Guerrillas and Braking of Cease-fire, Hope for Peace is Still Alive: on the Horizon Resuming of Talks Between Government and Rebels (30 July 2003) Fides News A…
“We won’t underestimate anyone. We are going to take every game as it comes and we hope to win the tournament.”
Marie Bimenyimana (born 1996) first seen 2024 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Bimenyimana admits Rwanda’s batting needs quick fixing The NewTimes, November 03, 2024
“To me, cricket means more than just a sport, it’s also my source of hope. I was in despair, with no clear purpose of life before joining this beautiful sport,”
Cathia Uwamahoro (born 1993) first seen 2018 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , Cathia Uwamahoro is one of the country's experienced women cricket players. (12 May 2018)
“We are three African co-productions and we hope to have at least 40% of the budget on our side, and on the other side, that it also comes from Europe. International co-production is important for distribution. We need our films not only to be seen in Africa, but also to be seen in Europe.”
Clementine Dusabejambo (born 1987) first seen 2011 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: The film is written, the budget remains to be completed, said Clementine Dusabejambo (rfi , April 25, 2011)
“I would ask if I could take a photo after talking to them, and most would change into a beautiful dress. They wanted me to carry beauty and hope with me.”
Dorothée Munyaneza (born 1982) first seen 2017 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Dorothée Munyaneza said, there were also wonderful moments (The New York Times, Sept. 19, 2017)
“We still have a journey to make, to make a Rwandan feel that he can leave his home and pay for a theater play in the same way he goes to Jay Polly’s concert. At least, I do hope this will change with the new generation. Together with other artists, we started an organisation “Kaami arts” through which we intend to prepare tomorrow’s audience and tomorrow’s performers by bringing arts to children.”
Eliane Umuhire (born 1986) first seen 2015 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: July is promising to be a busy month for local actor, dancer and dance instructor Eliane Umuhire. As a member of the Mashirika Performing Arts and Media Company, she will be part of the cast of ‘Imbabazi’, the musical b…
“It is our deepest hope that we will certainly have a highly fruitful Session of the APU Executive Committee…”
Mukabarisa Donatille (born 1960) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I hope we can get together to make this cinema accessible.”
Kantarama Gahigiri (born 1976) first seen 2019 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: A Dialogue with Kantarama Gahigiri. tendancespeoplemag.com (April 1,2019)
“I prepare for the next step in my life — motherhood. I hope you love it as much as I do!”
Sonia Mugabo (born 1990) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I am very proud of my people. We faced big challenges, but we successfully confronted them together as Rwandans. We now live in peace. Rwanda has turned the corner. People are happy and there is hope and light at the end of the tunnel. Remember, Reunite, and Renew”
Mathilde Mukantabana (born 1958) first seen 2018 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: The 24th Commemoration of Genocide against Tutsi in Rwanda. Michigan State University. (April 2018)