Joseph Nkurunziza, PhD

Principal, College of Business and Economics, University of Rwanda. My tweets are my own!

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

“I do not know of any nation with citizens better than ours.

I say this because of where we have come from: divisionist politics, genocide. And yet we have reached a point where our people stand together, even as the world keeps trying to take them back to that history.

The first place where outsiders who seek to destroy us have failed is with our citizens. They tried to divide Rwandans again, to create conflict among them, but our people resisted—and those efforts failed.” Chairman Kagame | 17th RPF Congress

[Yolande Makolo 🇷🇼 @YolandeMakolo]

Enough with the lies. DRC cannot be the ceasefire monitor when you are in reality violating the ceasefire and have no intention of respecting the Washington Accords the DRC just signed. #PoisonMuyaya

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

This morning at the White House, President Kagame had a bilateral meeting with President Donald Trump @POTUS, alongside senior U.S. Government officials including Vice President @JDVance, @SecRubio, @US_SrAdvisorAF, and Senator @LindseyGrahamSC ahead of the signing of the Washington Accord for Peace and Prosperity.

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

This afternoon in Washington, D.C., President Kagame is now attending the signing ceremony of the Washington Accord for Peace and Prosperity, hosted by President Donald Trump @POTUS. Follow live: https://t.co/Qqr86fV2kh

[Kagame Quotes @QuoteOfKagame]

“We are capable of doing it, because we are talented as much as any other person on this earth.”

President Kagame

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

President Kagame hosted a dinner with Members of Congress including @SenatorRounds, Chairman @RepBrianMast, @SenKevinCramer, @SenatorRicketts, @RepRonnyJackson, and @RepTrentKelly. Discussions focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation through key initiatives that contribute to lasting stability and prosperity.

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

“If I remember the saying, you can take horses to the well to drink water but you can’t force them to drink. You take them there but it is the horses to drink the water, if they don’t want, you can only stand by and watch. I think Africans we have everything, we have the water in front of us and we are thirsty, we should be drinking. But we find an excuse to not drink the water.

I don’t think we need anybody coming and whipping us into that. There’s nothing Africa doesn’t have. All these things and areas we fall short, I can only be surprised and say why? Why do we keep falling short on everything, including the provision of security for our people? When we have the people, we have the resources, we have the knowledge.” President Kagame

[University of Rwanda @Uni_Rwanda]

Cohort 2 of the 10-day training on “Procurement in World Bank–Financed Operations” kicked off today!

Procurement staff from institutions across the country convened for this capacity-building program, jointly organized by the College of Business & Economics with technical support from the World Bank.

The session was officially opened by @sahr_kpundeh, @WB_Rwanda Country Manager, and Dr. @JNkujos, Principal of CBE.

Participants will gain advanced skills in:
✅Contract Management
✅Procurement Methods & Planning
✅Procurement Timelines
✅Compliance & Quality Assurance
✅Post-Review & Prior-Review Requirements
A strong step toward enhancing procurement excellence in Rwanda and the region.

[Joseph Nkurunziza, PhD @JNkujos]

Today, UR-CBE in Collaboration with the World Bank started a 10 days second Training on Procurement in World Bank–Financed Operations, hosted at the UR-CBE-Gikondo Campus.
The World Bank Country Manager - Mr. Sahr Kpundeh, was the Guest of Honor.

[Joseph Nkurunziza, PhD @JNkujos]

@E4impact_Rwanda @Uni_Rwanda @E4Impact @KabagambeI @Rwanda_Edu @HigherHec @E4ICenterKenya @DrBenimuda @BankofKigali @E4impactUganda @ASSEKnews Congratulations to everyone!

[E4Impact Foundation Rwanda @E4impact_Rwanda]

Today, we celebrate graduation of the brilliance and vision of 13 Executive MBA graduates at @Uni_Rwanda @E4Impact The future of African impact entrepreneurship is brighter with you in it!
#E4ImpactEntrepreneurs #E4Impact #Kigali #BusinessForGood @KabagambeI

[Olivier J.P. Nduhungirehe @onduhungirehe]

Cette information est incorrecte, cher @Katsuva_R. La réalité est la suivante:

✅️ Depuis le 1er janvier 2018, les citoyens de tous les pays du monde peuvent obtenir et payer un visa d'entrée de 30 jours à l'arrivée. Il n'était donc plus besoin de faire une demande préalable auprès d'une mission diplomatique et consulaire;

✅️ Depuis le 10 mars 2020, tous les citoyens des Etats membres de l'Union africaine, du Commonwealth et de la Francophonie, sont exemptés de visa.

✅️ En outre, il existe des accords bilatéraux d'exemption de visas pour tous les passeports, ou seulement pour les passeports diplomatiques et de service.

Voilà!

[Immigration | Rwanda @Rwandamigration]

Liberia Opens Doors to Rwandan Citizens with Visa-Free Entry
Liberia has taken a significant step towards strengthening diplomatic relations with Rwanda by announcing a visa waiver for Rwandan citizens.

[University of Rwanda @Uni_Rwanda]

FREE GOOGLE GEMINI PRO FOR ALL RWANDAN STUDENTS — SIGN UP NOW

Great news for the University of Rwanda community. All university, tertiary, and college students in Rwanda can now access Google Gemini Pro free for 12 months — an offer valued at 19.99 USD per month.

This is a unique opportunity for UR students to deepen their learning, strengthen their research, and enhance their digital skills using advanced AI tools, including Gemini Pro, Veo 3, Deep Research, Notebook LM, and 2TB of storage.

The offer is valid until 7 December, so we encourage all students to sign up early and take full advantage.

Register here: https://t.co/Gctl2p1xDh

[University of Rwanda @Uni_Rwanda]

ORIENTATION VIBES AT UR HUYE CAMPUS

Huye Campus, the University of Rwanda’s largest academic hub, hosts three colleges — the College of Medicine and Health Sciences, the College of Arts and Social Sciences, and the College of Business and Economics.

Of the more than 14,000 newly admitted students, nearly 6,000 are joining this campus. The video captures the genuine energy and excitement that filled Huye from 27 October to 7 November.

[Presidency | Rwanda @UrugwiroVillage]

“The true test of our progress, will be how we execute and scale these projects to create measurable outcomes.

As always, collaboration between governments, industries, academia and development partners, will create a stronger momentum for Africa to prosper in the digital economy.

Every delay takes away Africa’s credibility, and every fulfilled commitment, accelerates delivery on the ground. Let’s continue working together.”

Earlier today in Conakry, President Kagame chaired the 12th Smart Africa Board Meeting to discuss key priorities including artificial intelligence and the ongoing work of the Smart Africa Alliance. #TAS2025

[Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UR @MCFScholarsUR]

“The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UR is establishing therapy rooms to support students across all campuses. We also trained student peer supporters to provide first-aid support to fellow students.”

Christella Ishimwe, Program Staff in charge of Psychosocial Support.

[UR_Huye campus @UR_Huye]

“Our role is to help you achieve the transformation you seek in life. Use us, as much as you can,” said Dr. Mulefu Alphonse, the Resident Principal of UR Huye Campus, while launching the induction week for Year One students.@Uni_Rwanda

[URSU Huye Campus @UrsuHuye]

This morning, @UR_Huye, extended a warm reception to its newly admitted students, facilitating their transportation from the Huye bus station to campus using university buses,guided by @UrsuHuye. Big welcome to our freshers 🥳 @Rwanda_Edu
@KabagambeI, @Uni_Rwanda @Ursunion1234

[University of Rwanda @Uni_Rwanda]

🎓 UR INDUCTION STARTS SOON!

Hey incoming Year One UR students 👋🏾 — this is your reminder!

The Induction Exercise for 2024 & 2025 first-year cohorts kicks off 27th October and runs till 7th November.

✅ Register now 👉🏾 https://t.co/XgfJ5L1NGM

Let the team know your arrival point (bus/taxi park or gare routière) based on your campus & town/stage — so we can pick you up smoothly.

We can’t wait to welcome you to the UR family! 💙