Participants to this energy policy dialogue are now in small group discussion providing their views on the cleaning cooking policy implementation process: challenges and way forward @chalmersuniv

As part of #URInnovationWeek2024, an energy policy dialogue is currently taking place, bringing together academia, the private sector, government, and donors. This platform is dedicated to discussing energy-related issues and proposing solutions." @Uni_Rwanda @chalmersuniv

innovation and take advantage of new policies that favor innovation. He later urged the management of the innovation hubs to ensure that students across the university community are aware of their offerings to benefit from them. #URInnovationWeek2024

As we approach the end of the day, incubates from @UR_Unipod and @GiihUr are sharing their experiences to inspire other innovators present, encouraging them to seize opportunities whenever they arise. #URInnovationWeek2024 @HappyRohosafi @Uni_Rwanda @urcst

Dr. Batamuliza @jbatamuliza , Head of Data-Driven Incubation Hub @UR_aceds shared her journey as a woman who did sciences and inspires other women to join science courses. She said women have all it requires to do sciences but they only lack self-confidence.#URInnovationWeek

In a panel session focused on "Gender & Social Inclusion in Innovation Ecosystems through Science and Technology," Prof. Hanyurwimfura @hadamien discussed how they ensure the newly established AI & IoT Hub is inclusive of women and people with disabilities. #URInnovationWeek2024

He shared pathways to break barriers: Transforming education systems, Strengthening policies and institutions, Championing role models, Building inclusive ecosystems, among others. @Uni_Rwanda @RwandaICT

We've come to the end of the first day of #URInnovationWeek2024.Thank you to everyone who joined us today. We truly value your time and the ideas you shared to advance innovation & entrepreneurship. See you tomorrow as we continue our discussions on innovation & entrepreneurship

for his innovation, which led him to pursue an #IoT program to acquire the necessary skills #URInnovationWeek2024 @Uni_Rwanda

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

#URInnovationWeek2024.Still discussing the best policies for successful startups in Rwanda,Nicole Uwamaliya,2nd runner-up of Hanga Pitch Fest 2024 & a physics graduate, shared her journey as an entrepreneur & the challenges she faced. 'Entrepreneurship is possible in all domains'

Focusing on Student-led innovations: opportunities & challenges, PS @RwandaTrade Mr. Antoine Kajangwe is now talking about 'Enhancing the innovation ecosystem: Unleashing a Policy resonating around the Startup Act in Rwanda', highlighting the best policies for successful startups

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

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.

and emphasized the need for partnerships with various stakeholders, including academia, government, and the private sector, to achieve sustainable development. @URInnovationWeek2024

the tools, skills, and mindset they need to thrive in an increasingly challenging world'. #URInnovationWeek2024 @RwandaICT @UNDP_Rwanda