About ARFEM

WHO WE ARE

Association Rwandaise des Femmes des Médias

ARFEM is Rwanda's leading association of women media professionals, founded with the mission of leveraging media as a powerful tool to address women-centric concerns and advance gender equality in public discourse.

We work with journalists, broadcasters, digital media practitioners, and communication professionals across Rwanda to build skills, foster solidarity, and advocate for a media ecosystem that truly reflects and serves all of society.

200+ Members
30+ Years Active
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Our Mission

To empower women journalists in Rwanda through professional development, advocacy for gender equality, and creating opportunities for career growth in the media sector.

Our Vision

A Rwandan media landscape where women are equally represented, empowered, and influential — in front of and behind the camera, pen, and microphone.

Our Values

Integrity, solidarity, gender equity, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence in journalism and media practice guide everything we do.

LEADERSHIP

Executive Leadership

Ingabire Egidie
Ingabire Egidie

Chairperson

Umutesi Doreen
Umutesi Doreen

Vice Chairperson

Rutayisire Aisha Bonavanture
Rutayisire Aisha Bonavanture

General Secretary

Isimbi Honnête
Isimbi Honnête

Executive Secretary

BOARD

Board Members

Uwizeye Christine
Uwizeye Christine

Treasurer

Edith Nabakwe
Edith Nabakwe

Deputy General Secretary

Anne Marie Uwamariya
Anne Marie Uwamariya

Board Member

Ingabire Grace
Ingabire Grace

Board Member

Cecile Nyirahavugimana
Cecile Nyirahavugimana

Board Member

Benigne Mugisha
Benigne Mugisha

Board Member

OUR LEGACY

30+ Years of Impact

ARFEM has been Rwanda's leading voice for women in media since 1995 — shaping policy, training journalists, and driving gender equity across the sector.

GBV Reporting App

A digital platform enabling safe, anonymous reporting of gender-based violence in media workplaces.

Gender Audit

Comprehensive assessment of gender representation across Rwandan media houses, informing national policy.

Development Journalism Award

Annual awards recognising excellence in development journalism, championing women journalists' voices.

Media Sector Working Group

ARFEM holds strategic positioning as the gender champion in Rwanda's media sector working group.

TRANSPARENCY

Documents & Reports

We are committed to accountability and openness. Below are key institutional documents available for download.

Annual Activity Report 2025

Overview of ARFEM's programmes, reach, and outcomes for the year 2025.

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Strategic Plan

ARFEM's multi-year strategic direction for gender-equal media in Rwanda.

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Policies & Governance

Organisational policies, statutes, and governance framework.

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