Aurore Mimosa Munyangaju

Aurore Mimosa Munyangaju (born Aurore Mimosa), is a Rwandan businesswoman and politician who is former Minister of Sports since 5 November 2019. Quotes Sport challenges inequalities in gender, race, and disabilities and is a means to educate against anti-social behaviours and re-integrate marginalized groups "Sport Challenges Inequalities, Brings People Together Mimosa said", (The New Times June 23 2022) Sport has played an important role in rebuilding the social cohesion, reconciliation and citizen mobilization towards peace building. https://www.minisports.gov.rw/news-detail?tx_news_pi1%5Baction%5D=detail&tx_news_pi1%5Bcontroller%5D=News&tx_news_pi1%5Bnews%5D=23786&cHash=b91b08efc425ff6f468a6d5abb986c94], Minisports News, 2022 I do not think there is a price on a country’s visibility. This is a long-term plan; you may not get benefits immediately but in the next few years, you can start to see the benefits, https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/159276/News/nyagatare-inside-the-police-crackdown-on-drug-traffickers The African News, AUGUST 31 2023 Today marks a major milestone for Rwandan cycling, as we prepare to welcome a new world-class race to our country. It is also an important step for UCI, which will introduce this famous and exciting competition to Africa. Rwanda welcomes and appreciates UCI’s continued support which we believe will add a valuable input to the cycling industry in Rwanda ahead of this prestigious championship . https://www.ktpress.rw/2023/09/rwanda-welcomes-uci-road-championship-2025/ ( KT Press , September 21, 2023) We are now going to agree on the number of fans who will be allowed into the stadiums, preventive protocols and safe ticketing system [preferably online ticketing] to ensure that nobody gets infected or spreads the virus from the stadium. https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/188657/Sports/relief-as-sports-ministry-okays-return-of-football-fans-into-stadiums ( The New Times , August 21, 2021) We will announce the new head coach this week, (probably) not later than Friday . https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/184255/Sports/amavubi-coach-to-be-named-today ( The New Times , February 25, 2021 ) It is unfortunate that we had cases where some teams presented fake documents, while in other cases, teams went on to play before they could get their results back . https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/182534/Sports/top-flight-teams-under-investigation-over-fake-covid-19-documents ( The New Times , December 16, 2020 ) We are behind you, the entire country is behind you . We have already lost twice but it is still possible to qualify, go make us proud. https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/181444/Sports/amavubi-players-urged-to-fight-for-apride-of-the-nationa-in-cape-verde ( The New Times , November 10, 2020 ) As we prepare to resume sports events with Continental and World Bodies already gearing up with new calendars for resumption of postponed events, let us recall that the Covid-19 has impacted all men and women athletes . https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/179346/Sports/munyangaju-urges-federations-for-equal-opportunities-in-sports ( The New Times , August 20, 2020) Dear young people, the future of your country, Rwanda, is in your hands. Draw inspiration from the values of the National Heroes: courage, unity, hard work, and integrity. Be agents of progress, builders of peace, and ambassadors of Rwandan values wherever you may be. Amb. Munyangaju urges Rwandans to carry forward the legacy of heroes. en.igihe.com (October 14, 2026) Your message today is this: learn to say ‘No’ at all times. Whether a boy or a girl, you have the duty to respect yourself and claim your rights anywhere without obstruction. https://kura.rw/learn-to-say-no-minister-mimosas-advice-to-the-youth/. kura.rw (October 14, 2026) If you face any obstacle or gender-based violence that hinders your dreams, stand up and speak out, we are here for you. By speaking out, you protect yourself and contribute to preventing this crime from affecting others. https://kura.rw/learn-to-say-no-minister-mimosas-advice-to-the-youth/. kura.rw (October 14, 2026) If you all stand up together, each taking responsibility to fight gender-based violence and adhere to the principles of gender equality in everyday life, you will continue to build a future worthy of Rwandans and contribute significantly to development, especially in sports. https://kura.rw/learn-to-say-no-minister-mimosas-advice-to-the-youth/. kura.rw (October 14, 2026) Stand together and denounce all forms of gender-based violence. Continue to empower women as they play a vital role in developing and promoting sports. https://kura.rw/learn-to-say-no-minister-mimosas-advice-to-the-youth/. kura.rw (October 14, 2026) External links Category:Women politicians in Rwanda Category:1961 births Category:Living people Category:Women born in the 1960s Category:Government ministers of Rwanda Category:Diplomats of Rwanda