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born 1960 Rwanda
Donatille Mukabalisa (30 July 1960 – 30 July 2026) was a Rwandan lawyer and politician. She was Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies from 2013 to 2024, and afterwards served in the Senate of Rwanda, to which she was re-appointed in September 2024.
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Good leaders must be held accountable by their peers and those that they lead.
"A budget that does not address gender gaps is a budget that leaves half of our population behind."
We all need Rwandan children to be responsible citizens in future.
"Legislators must not only pass laws; we must continuously monitor their implementation to ensure they transform the daily lives of citizens."
Fighting injustice inspired me to join politics.
To strengthen our solidarity based on the common ambition to advance our countries, continent and the people.
Remembering the Genocide against the Tutsi is everyone’s responsibility.
It just depends on us, as the African people, to safeguard our dignity.
"Peacebuilding requires the active participation of women, as sustainable peace cannot be achieved without addressing gender equality and social justice."
The same statement emphasized remembering victims, fighting discrimination and genocide ideology, strengthening unity, and encouraging young people to learn from the history of the country.
Although we have made progress that we should preserve and build on, there are still problems affecting families, including conflicts within families.
"Women’s leadership in parliament is not a favor; it is a fundamental aspect of inclusive democracy and effective governance."
I would like to urge you to produce children you are able to raise.
And the more women representatives in Parliament, the more likely the Parliament will address women’s issues and gender equality issues.
She further said; “A lot has been done to protect children. But challenges keep coming back. This early pregnancies will be fought together with children, parents and authorities.”
She said: "The fact that women have been involved in political life of our country is in recognition of a need to create and sustain an environment of inclusive and responsive political process.”
Mukabalisa said the years she spent in a country where human rights had been badly damaged shaped her decision to fight injustice through politics.
My country Rwanda is ready. Its geo-strategic position in East and Central Africa is an asset and presents immense business opportunities for Israel investors.
Our continent has huge potential that can contribute to this revival.
nothing is surprising about including women in political life.
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