Executive Director, IPAR-Rwanda
Kigali, Rwanda
Joined March 2011
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Glad to be participating in the #ATTS2026, convened by the @ACBF_Official in partnership with the AU commission from 28 to 30 Oct,2026 under the theme ‘from Energy Access to Economic Transformation: Practical Policy Pathways for Power Sector Viability,Growth and Reform’
Honored to be part of this important team of Think Tank Leaders that will be joining the 2026 Africa Think Tank Summit in Cotonou . Looking forward! (ATTS 2026)
Meet the Leaders and Experts Joining the 2026 Africa Think Tank Summit (ATTS 2026)
Energy is not only about access. It is about what access makes possible : stronger industries, more competitive economies, better jobs and greater opportunities for people across the continent.
At ATTS 2026, leaders and experts from across Africa and beyond will bring their experience, evidence and perspectives to the table to examine the reforms, investments and policy choices needed to move from energy access to socio-economic transformation.
We are pleased to introduce some of the speakers and moderators joining us in Cotonou.
From power sector financing, utility viability and regulatory reform to regional energy integration, industrialization and inclusive energy access, the conversations will go beyond identifying the challenges. They will examine what is working, what needs to change and how governments, think tanks, development partners and the private sector can work together to accelerate progress.
Join them and other leading voices at the 12th Africa Think Tank Summit as we explore this year’s theme:
“From Energy Access to Economic Transformation: Practical Policy Pathways for Power Sector Viability, Growth, and Reform in Africa.”
📅 28–30 October 2026
📍 Cotonou, Republic of Benin | Hybrid
🔗 Participation is free. Secure your place today: whova.com/portal/registratio…
Be part of the conversation and connect with the leaders and experts helping move Africa’s energy transformation forward.
#ATTS2026 #AfricaThinkTankSummit #EnergyTransformation #EnergyAccess #PowerSectorReform #ACBF
Was an honor to host Excellence Hlungwane,at our offices this afternoon! Thank you High Commissioner for a fruitful discussion on how IPAR -Rwanda can strengthen partnerships in Research and policy dialogue with South African research institutions and Universities.
Today, IPAR-Rwanda was honored to receive H.E Tinyiko George Hlungwane, High Commissioner of South Africa to #Rwanda, for a fruitful engagement on strengthening research and knowledge partnerships. @RwandaGov @GovernmentZA @rwandainsa
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Africa's transformation will be anchored on the strength of its own ideas, institutions and resources.
Join us for our second session of the Know Your Think Tanks in Africa Webinar Series as we build up to the 2026 Africa Think Tank Summit.
📅 26 August 2026
⏰ 15:00–16:30 CAT (GMT+2)
💻 Zoom- us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
In this session we explore one of the continent's most pressing priorities: "Financing Africa's Transformation: Domestic Resource Mobilization and Development Finance"
This timely discussion will examine how Africa can strengthen domestic resource mobilization, advance fiscal sustainability and unlock innovative development financing to drive inclusive and sustainable growth. The webinar will also provide policy perspectives on fiscal reforms and the future of development finance across the continent while highlighting the role of think tanks in shaping policy and advancing sustainable development in Africa.
Speakers include:
✅ Dr. Patrick Ndzana Olomo - Head of Economic Policy and Sustainable Development, Department for Economic Development, Trade, Tourism, Industry and Minerals, African Union Commission
✅ Prof. Sarah Ssewanyana -Executive Director, Economic Policy Research Centre (EPRC), Uganda
✅ Mr. Barnabe Okouda - Director, Center for Analysis and Research on Economic and Social Policies of Cameroon (CAMERCAP)
✅ Ms. Eugenia Kayitesi - Executive Director, Institute of Policy Analysis and Research (IPAR-Rwanda)
✅ Mr. Zali B. Chikuba - Executive Director, Zambia Institute for Policy Analysis and Research (ZIPAR)
Moderator: Ms. Fatou Diouf - Head of Communications and Influencing, ACBF
Be part of this important conversation as leading policymakers, researchers and think tank leaders share practical insights on financing Africa's development from within and shaping a more resilient economic future.
#KnowYourThinkTanksInAfrica #AfricaThinkTankSummit #DevelopmentFinance #DomesticResourceMobilization #FiscalSustainability #ThinkTanks #PolicyResearch #AfricaDevelopment #ACBF
It’s of great importance to scientifically learn that Rwandan TVET system is not only meeting the local industry needs but training for global needs too!
“Today is not only about presenting research findings. It is an opportunity for reflection, dialogue, and collective commitment to strengthening Rwanda’s TVET system so it can support our national development ambitions.” @EKayitesi @Rwanda_Edu @AcetforAfrica
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We are proud that #Rwanda is among 6 countries contributing to the study on Building TVET Systems for Economic Transformation. Such research strengthens partnerships and provides insights to guide policies and align skills development with industrial priorities.
@Rwanda_Edu
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“Rwanda has built a strong foundation in TVET compared to many African countries. Expanding TVET schools across the country has helped promote inclusiveness.” Dr. Edward Brown from @AcetforAfrica #TVET #YouthEmployment #Africa
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The @_AfricanUnion Network of Think Tanks for Peace (#NeTT4Peace) was officially launched in 2023. This vital initiative bridges knowledge communities & the AU for evidence-based policymaking on governance, peace & security. A key step towards achieving #TheAfricaWeWant. 🌍
From climate security to the future of peace operations, #AUNeTT4Peace is tackling Africa's most pressing challenges. The Network's agenda includes themes like #SilencingTheGuns, constitutionalism, terrorism, & the peace-development nexus.
The Strategy Group of the Network is actively refining research priorities & knowledge product guidelines. Key focus: ensuring actionable, policy-oriented outputs that directly inform the AU's governance, peace & security agenda. 📈 #KnowledgeForPeace
@PolicyCenterNS
@issafrica @IPSS_Addis @CairoPeaceKeep
@africa_amani
@PoleInstitute @NkafuPolicyInst @iparrwanda
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Today, we released the findings of two studies: (1)Inclusion (MSMEs) in Labor Market Systems, and Labor Inspection and Administration in #Rwanda, with a particular focus on the mining and construction sectors @RwandaLabour @RwandaGov @RwandaTrade @EKayitesi
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IPAR Rwanda Statement on the Occasion of the International Day of Rural Women @RwandaGov @RwandaOGS @RwandaGender @RwandaParliamnt @IDRC_CRDI @UN_Women @RwandaWomen @EKayitesi @Silas_Nga @rwamrec @rbarwanda @U_Consolee
Looking forward to 3 days of dialogue with 300+think tanks and leaders from 50 countries at #ATTS2025, exploring how to move taxation and PFM reforms from policy to action!
Looking forward to @UNDP support and partnership in area of research and policy dialogue
On 3rd June 2025, a delegation from IPAR-Rwanda led by Dr. Nyabyenda Radjab paid a courtesy visit to the @UNDP_Rwanda . The team was received by Osten Chulu the Senior Economist and Economic Advisor and Evard Havugimana, Research Associate at #UNDP.
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Today, @FAORwanda Rep a.i. @NomaMhlanga welcomed @EKayitesi, Executive Director of @iparrwanda, for a courtesy visit to explore potential collaboration in agricultural research and policy analysis.
Thank you @FAO Resident Representative a.i and your team for receiving me in your office earlier today. IPAR Rw has had strong partnership with FAO in areas of research in Agriculture and we look forward to another opportunity to work with you again.
Today, our ED @EKayitesi met with Dr. Nomathemba Mhlanga, @FAO Resident Representative in #Rwanda , to explore potential collaboration opportunities in agriculture & research.
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Umuyobozi mukuru wa NISR @ivanmurenzi yagaragaje ko ubu bushakashatsi bwerekana ibipimo by’ubukene n’imibereho y’abanyarwanda.
Mu bipimo bishya byashyizwe hanze, harimo ko igipimo cy'ubukene mu Rwanda cyagabanutse mu myaka 7 ishize, cyavuye kuri 39.8% kigera kuri 27.4%.
Ni mu gihe abari munsi y’umurongo w’ubukene bukabije ari 5.4%, bavuye kuri 11.3%.
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#PhotoOfTheMonth: 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐯𝐚 is more than just a staple #food. It's also shaping the future of sustainable #packaging. We are supporting a project that is turning #cassava biowaste into eco-friendly #bioplastics for a greener alternative to synthetic plastics. Learn more: bioinnovate-africa.org/5503-…
#bioeconomy #bioinnovations #EastAfrica #easternAfrica @Sida @kyambogou @iparrwanda @oribags @Jkyayesimira
