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born 1996
Yvette Ishimwe (born 1996) is a Rwandan entrepreneur, environmental activist and founder of Iriba Water Group. She is known for transforming Rwanda's water scarcity into business opportunities, benefiting low-income communities.
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"Water is life and life is a human right. No one should have to die or get sick for a lack of something so basic and so achievable as safe water."
The transformative power of clean water Cartier Women's Initiative (2025)
“The impact of water insecurity is massive, affecting every aspect of life.”
“Early on, being a young African woman in a technical space meant constantly having to prove myself.”
“Being seen on a global stage reminds me that local impact can ripple far beyond borders.”
“The most important strategy is ensuring that in-house revenue streams are strong enough to sustain operations.”
“I want to see more of that. I want to see more people having access to clean water, more jobs created.”
“Technology enhances efficiency, effectiveness, and long-term sustainability—financially, technically, and environmentally.”
“The purpose of this project is to give people access to clean water, especially those who don’t have access to it. We target basically low income people.”
“It’s incredibly humbling. This recognition is not just about me; it’s about every woman, youth, and community member who believed in our mission when IRIBA was just an idea.
“What really pushed me to think about a solution was seeing children miss school because they spent entire days walking long distances to fetch water.”
“This was something I witnessed firsthand, and it’s what inspired me to start this initiative.”
"I grew up in Rwanda and witnessed firsthand how lack of clean water shapes the lives and dignity of families. For me, 'water is life' isn't a slogan – it's a daily reality. It means freedom for women, health for children, and opportunity for entire communities."
“Our team works around the clock to provide sustainable solutions for everyone, including vulnerable communities in Rwanda and neighboring countries, to easily access affordable, clean and safe water.”
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