Solange Uwituze

Solange Uwituze (born 1974) is a Rwandan politician who has served as a board member of the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) since 2020. She has also been the deputy director-general in charge of animal resources research and technology transfer at the Rwanda Agriculture Board since 2018, along with being a founding fellow of the Rwanda Academy of Sciences. She went on to obtain a Bachelor's degree from the National University of Rwanda, in 2002 and stayed at the university as an academic secretary in the agricultural research department. She attended Kansas State University where she earned a Master's of Science in animal sciences in 2008 and a PhD in Animal Sciences in 2011. Quotes It is primarily meant to get sourced from Nyagatare and nearby milk sheds like Gicumbi but mobilisation is done all over the country to increase milk production to be able to satisfy both the milk powder plant and the existing milk market "Rwanda to increase milk production, said Solange Uwituze" ("farmersreviewafrica", December 5, 2022) She said that 13,449 illegal fishing nets known as ' Kaningini" and 1,821 mosquito nets, 1, 252 boats and 232 poachers were confiscated "A big number of super nets were confiscated, Solange Uwituze said" ( "allafrica.com", 17 November 2022) The policy is to promote the capture of mature isambaza, not larvae or juvenile "National Strategy for Sustainable Development of Fisheries in Rwanda, Solange Uwituze said" ( "allafrica.com", 17 November 2022) the increase in fishing and number of fishers on Lake Kivu has affected production per cooperatives but not at national level "Fisheries Cooperatives in Rwanda, Solange Uwituze said" ( "allafrica.com", 17 November 2022) There is a need for a study to know a limited number of fishing nets that are needed. Illegal fishing has been a threat to Lake Kivu "Fishing Nets in Lake Kivu, Solange Uwituze said" ( "allafrica.com", 17 November 2022) These slaughter houses will be working as collection centres where the pork will be produced and supplied to other areas of the country "Production of pork in Rwanda,Solange Uwituze said" ( "allafrica.com", 21 November 2022) The current data on milk aggregation indicate that the average quantity of milk collected from 15 milk collection centres (MCCs) in Nyagatare (a major milk shed in the country), has decreased from 80,000-100,000 litres a day during the rainy season (March-April) to reach 39,900 litres a day (July) "scarcity of forage and water for cattle affects milk production,Solange Uwituze said" ( "allafrica.com", 23 August 2022) With the completion of the feedlot and in-field irrigation, the project will be able to start with slaughtering 200 beef cows per hour to enable the project to meet its goals of 156,000 tons per year. "The meat value chain has been identified as a key sector,Solange Uwituze said" ( "ktpress.rw", July 15, 2022) I guess I should say sufficient and nutritious food is very welcome and is what we are trying "drones in animal husbandry, Solange Uwituze said" ( "africanews", August 31, 2022)*Dr Solange Uwituze said the government had identified 600,000 hectares, amounting to 19,500 food basket sites, that will be reserved for agriculture only https://aceiot.ur.ac.rw/tair/frontend/article?id=27#:~:text=Dr%20Solange%20Uwituze%20said%20the,be%20reserved%20for%20agriculture%20only.*Minister Uwituze talks plan to raise food crop productivity by 50% Solange Uwituze, Minister of State in the Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/38735/news/agriculture/minister-uwituze-talks-plan-to-raise-food-crop-productivity-by-50 (Saturday, September 19, 2026) We must put women at the centre to achieve food security. We must put women at the centre to achieve food security. newtimes.co.rw (September 21, 2026) The current production appears to meet the national demand in milk except some months of the dry season where the production slightly decreases due to the scarcity of water. Plans underway to maximise milk production. The New Time (October 8, 2026). Such interventions include among others, improving the dairy farmer’s knowledge and skills in appropriate animal husbandry practices. Rwanda's immediate ambition is to build a more productive, resilient, commercially oriented and technology-driven agri-food system. Plans underway to maximise milk production. The New Time (October 8, 2026). Rwanda's immediate ambition is to build a more productive, resilient, commercially oriented and technology-driven agri-food system. Plans underway to maximise milk production. The New Time (October 8, 2026). Women remain key players in agricultural production, food security, nutrition, and household welfare. Yet many continue to face constraints in accessing finance, productive assets, insurance products, markets, and business development services,” she said. Why access to finance remains critical for women farmers, newtimes.co.rw (September 21, 2026). We recognise that achieving these commitments and ambitions will not be possible without unlocking the full potential of women and youth, who constitute the backbone of Rwanda’s agricultural sector,” she remarked. Why access to finance remains critical for women farmers. newtimes.co.rw (September 21, 2026). Technology will only transform agriculture if it reaches the ordinary farmer. Minister Uwituze talks plan to raise food crop productivity by 50%. newtimes.co.rw (September 21, 2026). The aim is to create a coordinated pathway where innovations can move faster from ideas and research into testing, investment and commercialisation,” she said. Agric minister explains plan to fast-track food innovation drive. newtimes.co.rw (September 21, 2026). The government alone cannot build a globally competitive seed industry. The future of the seed sector will depend on the strength of our partnerships," she said. Research, innovation key to Africa's seed market ambitions. newtimes.co.rw (September 21, 2026). Refuse to be a victim of your circumstances, believe in your strengths, work hard, and seize every opportunity. Rwanda’s Minister inspires women at CGIAR International Women’s Day celebration IITA Transforming African Agriculture (September 21, 2026) Empowering women is not just a matter of equality—it is a strategic investment in the transformation of our agrifood systems and the future of our communities. Advancing agrifood systems through women’s empowerment: CGIAR’s IWD 2026 in Rwanda PABRA(September 21, 2026) Women are not only participants in food systems; they are leaders, innovators, and drivers of resilience from farm to table. Advancing agrifood systems through women’s empowerment: CGIAR’s IWD 2026 in Rwanda PABRA(September 21, 2026) If we are serious about sustainable development, we must ensure that women’s voices are not only heard, but actively shape policies and decisions in agriculture. Advancing agrifood systems through women’s empowerment: CGIAR’s IWD 2026 in Rwanda PABRA(September 21, 2026) The lived realities of women remind us that empowerment must go beyond words—it must translate into access to resources, knowledge, and leadership opportunities. Advancing agrifood systems through women’s empowerment: CGIAR’s IWD 2026 in Rwanda PABRA(September 21, 2026). Our approach is therefore not to introduce technology for its own sake. Minister Uwituze talks plan to raise food crop productivity by 50%. new times (September 24, 2026). The strategy seeks to complement existing interventions by connecting agriculture, technology, research, regulation and investment. Agric minister explains plan to fast-track food innovation drive. new times (September 24, 2026). But our biggest gap is productivity. Minister Uwituze talks plan to raise food crop productivity by 50%. new times (September 24, 2026). We want to move from commitments to investment, from investment to implementation, and from implementation to measurable results. Minister Uwituze talks plan to raise food crop productivity by 50%. new times (September 24, 2026). We encourage financial institutions to move beyond conventional lending models and develop innovative financial products that respond to the realities of women farmers and agripreneurs. Why access to finance remains critical for women farmers. new times (September 24, 2026). The future of a resilient Africa lies in the ability to anticipate, prepare and innovate. AI could help Africa’s farmers act before climate shocks strike – experts. new times (September 24, 2026). Refuse to be a victim of your circumstances, believe in your strengths, work hard, and seize every opportunity. Rwanda’s Minister inspires women at CGIAR International Women’s Day celebration IITA (September 28, 2026) I challenge you to ensure that the women who work here truly enjoy what they do. Rwanda’s Minister inspires women at CGIAR International Women’s Day celebration IITA (September 28, 2026) Women are biologically and socially complex; our policies must embody both equity and equality. Rwanda’s Minister inspires women at CGIAR International Women’s Day celebration IITA (September 28, 2026) We recognise that achieving these commitments and ambitions will not be possible without unlocking the full potential of women and youth, who constitute the backbone of Rwanda’s agricultural sector. Why access to finance remains critical for women farmers the new times (September 28,2026) Women remain key players in agricultural production, food security, nutrition, and household welfare. Why access to finance remains critical for women farmers the new times (September 28,2026) Rwanda is committed to moving from traditional agriculture towards professional, technology-based agriculture. Rwanda uses drones to detect crop diseases Kigali today (September 28,2026) Together, let us build a seed industry that is innovative, resilient, internationally competitive, and capable of driving agricultural transformation, economic prosperity, and sustainable development for generations to come. Rwanda held its third National Seed Congress bringing together actors in seed sector MINAGRI (September 28,2026) For us, empowering women farmers through finance is therefore not only a gender issue but also a strategic investment in national food security and agricultural transformation. We must put women at the centre to achieve food security - Agric state minister the new times (September 28,2026) Access to financial services does not automatically translate into access to productive agricultural finance. We must put women at the centre to achieve food security - Agric state minister the new times (September 28,2026) The greatest financing needs are found in women-led enterprises across agricultural value chains. We must put women at the centre to achieve food security - Agric state minister The commodities exchange plays a critical role in food security by expanding market access, raising farmers’ incomes, and reducing post-harvest losses. Rwanda connects the commodities exchange to capital market finance for farmers CMA (September 28, 2026) If you can’t measure it, you can’t improve it. Localizing African dairy genetics in Rwanda ILRI (October 3, 2026) Most of the farmers who committed their time and resources in the agriculture sector eventually get the rewarding return. Farmers' tech training schools in Rwanda Rwanda Today (October 3, 2026) We normally get people from different government institutions or public blaming us for their loss saying that what we say is not true but when you look closely, they don’t invest their time in the business. Farmers' tech training schools in Rwanda Rwanda Today (October 3, 2026) A large number of farmers are young and are now on digital platforms. RAB Hosts a Workshop on Agriculture Extension and Education through Animated Videos RAB Updates (October 3, 2026) A holistic approach is necessary in order to explore and realize fully sustainable agricultural sector. Food Security and the Future of Agriculture in Rwanda KT Press (October 3, 2026) We must put women at the centre to achieve food security. We must put women at the centre to achieve food security - Agric state minister. the new times (October 5,2026) External links Category:Government ministers of Rwanda Category:Women politicians in Rwanda Category:Women born in the 1970s Category:Living people Category:1974 births