UR-Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

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[UR-Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship @CIE_UR]

A recap on insightful discussion where our Director Prof. Niyonzima emphasized the importance of creating societal value through a strategic Innovation Agenda, aligning research with the pressing issues faced by society.
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@chalmersuniv
#URInnovationWeek2023

[Grid Innovation and Incubation Hub UR @GiihUr]

Prof. Theophile Niyonzima from the Centre for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, setting the tone at #URInnovationWeek2023. Addressing the key question—How do we strengthen the innovation ecosystem? He highlights challenges, from low awareness to the need for experienced ...

[Emmanuel Mutabazi @mtabaziemmanuel]

Honored to Speak at the @Uni_Rwanda Innovation Week 2024!

I had the privilege of being part of a dynamic panel, together with other incredible panelists discussed "Student-Led Innovations: Opportunities & Challenges".

#URInnovationWeek2024 #DigitalTransformation #SDGs

[Grid Innovation and Incubation Hub UR @GiihUr]

The last session, taking place, is focused on 'challenges for Young graduates to penetrate the innovation ecosystem for career development.' Gasana Jururyishya, one of the innovators, shared that the first challenge he faced was lacking the practical skills required...

[UR-Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship @CIE_UR]

@URSwedenProgram @Uni_Rwanda Prof. Thomas Kjellqvist & Prof. Malin Gawell Innovation Sub program team @URSwedenProgram in Sweden. They spoke about resilience among project teams during Covid-19 to implement innovation projects. Creating conducive environment for innovations to thrive is the key. @SwedeninRW

[UR-Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship @CIE_UR]

Yesterday’s panel at UR #InnovationWeek2024 explored Student-Led Innovations: Opportunities & Challenges.

Panelists: Prof. Theophile Niyonzima, Prof. Tomas Kjellqvist, Prof. Malin Gawell, Mr. Emmanuel Mutabazi, Mr. Bisetsa Gasana, Charles Shyaka & moderator Kosisochukwu Mokwe

[UR-Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship @CIE_UR]

@URSwedenProgram Mr. Charles Shyaka , an alumnus of @Uni_Rwanda, now the CEO company; urged university innovation timely and feasible market research for innovations to respond to the challenges industry face.

#UR Innovation Week 2024

[Ignace Gatare @IgnaceGatare]

Very exciting start of the 3rd Edition of the Innovation Week. Now listening to the panel session on "How Univ. can create vibrant innovation arenas - case of UniPod Rwanda. @Uni_Rwanda @urcst @RwandaICT

[Ministry of ICT and Innovation | Rwanda @RwandaICT]

This morning, PS @yves_Iradukunda joined @Uni_Rwanda’s 3rd Annual Innovation Week, focused on boosting Rwanda’s university innovation ecosystem.

He also took part in the panel discussion on “Inclusive Innovation, Development, and Policy: A Collaborative Approach Between Academia and Industry.”

[Grid Innovation and Incubation Hub UR @GiihUr]

Presenting about how universities can create vibrant innovation arenas, @Uni_Rwanda DVC for strategic planning @Rayndikumana underscored the need to move from incubators to ecosystems, by transforming classrooms into innovation hubs with policies driving meaningful impact.

[Dr. Jennifer Batamuliza @jbatamuliza]

Today @UR GIIH Innovation week 2024 talking about gender and social inclusion in the innovation ecosystems through science and technology! @GiihUr @Uni_Rwanda

[Grid Innovation and Incubation Hub UR @GiihUr]

Discussing Makerspaces in Africa Universities - boosting education and innovation at @Uni_Rwanda , @UR_Unipod #Rwanda was portrayed as a success story– showing how universities can create vibrant innovation arenas . #URInnovationWeek2024 @RwandaICT @chalmersuniv

[University of Rwanda @Uni_Rwanda]

2: STRENGTHENING GLOBAL COLLABORATIONS

Our discussions with Karolinska Institutet focus on enhancing joint projects, including vaccine production, regulatory capacity, and clinical trials training. Together, we aim to advance health solutions for Africa and beyond.

[University of Rwanda @Uni_Rwanda]

1: WELCOMING KI LEADERSHIP TO UR

Today we’re honored to host the President of Karolinska Institutet, Prof. Annika Östman Wernerson, and her team at UNIPOD, CST. “We’ll explore new horizons in health research and innovation under the EU-AU Innovation Agenda.” VC Prof @mdkayihura

[University of Rwanda @Uni_Rwanda]

The annual #URInnovationWeek2024 kicked off today, providing a platform to explore innovations that tackle challenges, drive impactful change and contribute to Rwanda’s National Strategy for Transformation #NST2.

[Grid Innovation and Incubation Hub UR @GiihUr]

In her remarks, @Uni_Rwanda DVC for Finance Ms. Francoise Kayitare Tengera highlighted the University's commitment to fostering an environment where creativity thrives, where ideas are not just discussed but acted upon, and where students and faculty work together with industry.

[Grid Innovation and Incubation Hub UR @GiihUr]

In a panel discussion about Boosting the University Innovation Ecosystem: Student Community, Government, Industry & Academic Partnerships for Sustainable Development,PS @RwandaICT @yves_Iradukunda highlighted government strategies for creating a conducive innovation environment.

[UR Sweden Programme @URSwedenProgram]

At #URInnovationWeek2024 by @Uni_Rwanda, Martina F. Mohlin from @SwedeninRW highlighted Sweden's support for innovation alongside research and higher education. She emphasized that fostering research and innovation is key to building a strong innovation ecosystem in #Rwanda.

[Grid Innovation and Incubation Hub UR @GiihUr]

Reacting to why only young people are often encouraged to be innovators & entrepreneurs,PS @RwandaTrade, Mr. Kajangwe, said, "Innovation and entrepreneurship opportunities are available to people of all ages.Whether young or old, there is no discrimination".#URInnovationWeek2024

[Grid Innovation and Incubation Hub UR @GiihUr]

Here is the 3rd @Uni_Rwanda @GiihUr Innovation Week. With experts from academia, industry & policy-makers, we will discuss issues (challenges, opportunities) pertaining to innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem. #URInnovationWeek2024 @NyiringangoP @UNDP_Rwanda @Jasiri4Africa