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Jennifer Ingabire (also known as Ingabire Jenipher) is a Rwandan entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of Orbit Solutions and Security World Rwanda, two companies rooted in technology, security, and service. She is a pioneer in Rwanda's electronic security industry and is known for building her businesses in a male-dominated sector and for encouraging young women to lead, borrow, innovate and build assets.
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“As an entrepreneur, I’m proud to contribute to the development of this country—by employing young people, offering internships, paying taxes, and complying with the law.”
“I can send emails, follow up on contracts, and talk to clients—even from home.”
“Turn your ideas into income. Focus on what builds value.”
“Both parents—mothers and fathers—need to be present. Our children need to see us lead, but also love and nurture.”
"Culture has always put women in the background. But I believe women have more potential than men. We multitask. We lead. We build. We nurture. And we still raise families."
“Now they are all Rwandans—technicians from IPRCs, accountants from local universities.”
“But I started small, paid back the first one, and went for a bigger one.”
“When we pay taxes, we’re building the country. When we hire, we’re investing in people. And when we do the right thing, we inspire others to do the same.”
“At first, I feared taking loans. What if I fail to pay? What if they auction my property?”
“I now have a team I trust. I delegate. And that gives me space to think and lead.”
“I have been moving with the development of the country,”
“We must think about assets, not liabilities,”
“Our people began to see that even here in Rwanda, we can do these things,”
“The sky is the limit. I’ve tested it. I’ve seen it. And it works.”
“But we delivered—better and cheaper.”
“If I register property under my business, I get better returns. All the expenses are deductible. That’s how businesses grow fast. It’s not about dodging tax—it’s about smart compliance.”
“When I quoted MTN Rwanda for a fire suppression system, they didn’t think we could do it locally,”
“Read. Network. Ask questions. Go to conferences. Apply for grants. Approach banks. The money is out there—but you have to go for it.”
“We’ve been given a platform to exercise our full potential,”
“But I believe women have more potential than men. We multitask. We lead. We build. We nurture. And we still raise families.”
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