Ariane Uwamahoro

Ariane Uwamahoro, born in 1988 at Mumena in the popular Nyamirambo suburb of Nyarugenge District, found herself naturally falling in love with sports. She was born within the environs of Kigali Stadium, then known as Stade Regionale Nyamirambo. She worked on Radio Huguka before joining Radio Rwanda and later Rwanda Television (RBA). Had primary education at Ecole Primaire Cyivugiza and O'Level at Ecole Secondaire Scientifique Islamique. Then pursued biochemistry as a major at Ecole des Sciences, Nyanza. Later, in 2008, studied journalism and communication at Institut Catholique de Kabgayi. Quotes I chose to practice sports Journalism because I felt I could. Who are the top female sports journalists in Rwanda? Meet the women runningthe show The New Times, (June 2, 2021) Being born near the stadium was one of the factors that made me fall in love with sports Who are the top female sports journalists in Rwanda? Meet the women runningthe show The New Times, (June 2, 2021) I believe in dreaming big no matter what comes your way. That was inspired by Andrew Kabura of SuperSport Uwamahoro has weaved a career in sports journalism The New Times, (February 10, 2016) I find myself reflecting on the resilience of women and the incredible power we hold to heal. Resilient women, resilient minds: celebrating women in mental health The NewTimes (March 08, 2025) I have walked the long and painful road of trauma, grief, and healing. I have also witnessed, time and time again, the strength of women; the way we rise, even when the weight of the world is on our shoulders. Resilient women, resilient minds: celebrating women in mental health The NewTimes (March 08, 2025) In a country that has endured the worst of humanity, it was women who stood at the forefront of healing, We carried not only our own pain but also the burdens of our families and communities. Resilient women, resilient minds: celebrating women in mental health The NewTimes (March 08, 2025) Women have the power to heal a nation, We are tender, we are listening, and we understand pain in ways that make us natural caregivers.. Resilient women, resilient minds: celebrating women in mental health The NewTimes (March 08, 2025) We dreamt of a place where people could find mental health support free from stigma and judgment. At the time, we only knew that Rwanda needed a safe space for mental health, but we did not realize just how deep that need ran. Resilient women, resilient minds: celebrating women in mental health The NewTimes (March 08, 2025) My message today is simple: Let’s help each other. Let’s seek help when we need it. Let’s be strong -not by pretending we have it all together, but by allowing ourselves to heal and by supporting one another. Resilient women, resilient minds: celebrating women in mental health The NewTimes (March 08, 2025) On this International Women’s Day, I celebrate every woman who has found the courage to heal. I celebrate the women who stand beside others, offering a listening ear and a helping hand. Resilient women, resilient minds: celebrating women in mental health The NewTimes (March 08, 2025) Healing is not a privilege; it is a right. And when women heal, families heal. Communities heal. Nations heal. Resilient women, resilient minds: celebrating women in mental health The NewTimes (March 08, 2025) To every woman reading this: Your well-being matters. Your healing is powerful. Your resilience is shaping a better world. Do not give up! Resilient women, resilient minds: celebrating women in mental health The NewTimes (March 08, 2025) *I chose to practice sports Journalism because I felt I could,” says Uwamahoro, who joined the media industry in 2009 on Radio Maria. Initially, she was not doing sports but in 2010 she decided to follow her passion https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/187130/Sports/who-are-the-top-female-sports-journalists-in-rwanda-meet-the-womenrunningthe-show(Sunday, June 27, 2021) uwamahoro said that However, this mentality is beginning to change. I would say because I loved what I was doing, I was not discouraged. I continued to work hard and with passion. It turned out that I was as capable as my male colleagues https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/187130/Sports/who-are-the-top-female-sports-journalists-in-rwanda-meet-the-womenrunningthe-show(Sunday, June 27, 2021) I was also encouraged by my followers, whether on radio or television, who kept encouraging me and appreciating what I was doing https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/187130/Sports/who-are-the-top-female-sports-journalists-in-rwanda-meet-the-womenrunningthe-show (Sunday, June 27, 2021) External links Ariane Uwamahoro Category:Women journalists from Rwanda Category:Football (soccer) players Category:Football (soccer) coaches Category:Sportspeople from Rwanda Category:Women in sports