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MAMA RWANDA tells the story of Drocella, a village wife, and Christine, a city widow, who navigate motherhood and entrepreneurship in post-genocide Rwanda. The film presents their lives as they strive to overcome extreme poverty while contributing to the economic transformation of their country. Both women represent a new generation of female business owners in Rwanda, a nation that has emerged as one of the top ten fastest growing economies in the world since the genocide.
The documentary focuses on the balance between work and family life for these two mothers. It illustrates their determination and resourcefulness as they build their businesses and support their families. Through their experiences, MAMA RWANDA provides insight into the evolving role of women in Rwandan society and the impact of entrepreneurship on economic development.
Why Watch
- •Meet Drocella and Christine, two inspiring women entrepreneurs.
- •Find out how Rwanda transformed after the genocide.
- •See the balance of motherhood and business in their lives.
Did You Know
•Rwanda is one of the top ten fastest growing economies in the world.
•The film features two women, Drocella and Christine, from different backgrounds.
•MAMA RWANDA was released in 2016 and has a duration of 30 minutes.
Perfect For
Women entrepreneursRwandan historyEconomic development