INTERNATIONAL WOMENS DAY: TIME FOR REFLECTION AND SETTING NEW GOALS

Today is International Women’s Day. It is a celebration of the political, social and economic achievements of women, globally. In Rwanda, there are real-tangible reasons to celebrate. Last year, Rwandans went to polls and achieved a women majority in parliament. This is a first, and it is obvious that in the area of women empowerment, Rwanda is setting the pace. Thus women, have been able through deliberate efforts by the national leadership and most importantly, by their own efforts to participate in the decision making process as regards issues of national governance. There are also many women holding positions of responsibility in the corporate world. Everyday when one walks into banks, hotels and other offices, one meets hardworking ladies who are in charge of their destiny.