From a small village to running a multi-million-dollar tech company—this is the story of Davis Nteziryayo.

In this episode of The Long Form Podcast, I sit down with the Founder and CEO of Huza, a Rwandan HR fintech now valued at over $10 million, with operations across East and West Africa. We explore his journey as a software engineer turned CEO, the role of Kigali’s tech hubs like Norrsken, and whether Rwanda is on the brink of producing its first billion-dollar startup.

We also dive into the future of jobs, AI, blockchain disruption, and what advice Davis has for young Africans dreaming of launching their own ventures. This conversation is a masterclass in ambition, strategy, and staying rooted in your purpose.

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In this special on-the-ground episode of The Long Form Podcast, I travel to Goma, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, to speak with Manzi Willy Ngarambe, the newly appointed Vice Governor of North Kivu Province. Just 100 days into his leadership under the AFC/M23 administration, we discuss his unexpected rise to power, his childhood escape from conflict, and his vision to rebuild a region long defined by violence and displacement.

We unpack the deep-rooted issues behind the decades-long war in eastern Congo, the marginalization of Kinyarwanda-speaking Congolese, and the prospects for returning refugees, lasting peace, and justice in the DRC. Can the AFC/M23 bring real stability to the region? Is being a Congolese Tutsi still a death sentence? This episode dives deep into history, identity, and the fragile hope of a new beginning for Central Africa.

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In this deeply personal and important conversation, we speak with Dr. Celestin Mutuyimana, psychotherapist and founder of Baho Smile Institute, about:

· Rwanda as a "traumatized, low-trust society"
· Why depression and PTSD are rising
· Why women suffer more, and men are dying in silence
· The truth behind alcohol & drug abuse among youth
· The unseen dangers of social media
· What healing looks like—individually and nationally

This episode is a must-watch for anyone who cares about youth, family, and mental health in Rwanda and across Africa. The full episode will be available wherever you listen to podcasts at 6am and on YouTube at 3pm Kigali time tomorrow! LINK IN BIO

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In this hard-hitting episode of The Long Form Podcast, I sit down with Charles Haba, founder and Managing Director of Century Real Estate, to unpack the forces reshaping Rwanda’s real estate market. From skyrocketing property prices and rising rents to the lack of affordable housing and the influx of foreign buyers, we explore whether Kigali is headed for a property bubble—and what it means for ordinary Rwandans.

Charles offers sharp insights on wealth creation through property, financing options for first-time buyers, and where smart investors should be looking in 2025. A must-watch for anyone interested in Rwandan real estate, youth investment strategies, and Africa’s urban future.

#CharlesHaba #RwandaRealEstate #KigaliHousingCrisis #AfricanPropertyMarket #TheLongFormPodcast #AffordableHousing #DiasporaInvestment #Kigali #YouthAndWealth

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In this episode of The Long Form, I sit down with Nathalie Munyampenda—CEO of Kepler and one of Rwanda’s most influential voices in education, sports and strategic communications. We dive deep into her journey from Kinshasa to Kigali, her bold leadership at Kepler University, and her insights on AI’s role in reshaping African education.

Nathalie also opens up about her experience on the RPF Disciplinary Committee, the impact of the DRC crisis on international fundraising, and her unique take on politics, sports, and youth employment in Rwanda.

A must-listen for anyone interested in African education, women in leadership, Rwandan politics, and the continent’s future.

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In this powerful episode of The Long Form Podcast, I sit down with Ghanaian entrepreneur Fred Swaniker — founder of African Leadership University (ALU), ALX, and Sand Technologies. We discuss his deep relationship with Rwanda and President Paul Kagame, the historic decision to cut ties with Belgium, and Africa’s urgent need to adapt in the AI revolution.

Fred shares insights on entrepreneurship, risks he faced after leaving McKinsey and his vision for African education. We also tackle audience questions on AI risks, ALU's rankings, youth unemployment, and Fred’s personal hobbies. This is a must-watch for anyone interested in Rwanda, African politics, entrepreneurship, leadership, ICT, and the future of AI on the continent.

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This week on The Long Form, Sanny Ntayombya sits down with Ivan Murenzi, the Director General of the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR), for an unfiltered conversation on data, development, and the truth behind Rwanda’s numbers.

📊 Ivan Murenzi, a seasoned expert in research, data collection, and analysis, took the helm of NISR in 2024 after serving as its Deputy Director General since 2017. In this episode, we unpack the findings from the newly released 7th Integrated Household and Living Conditions Survey (EICV7)—a pivotal report that tracks poverty rates, inequality, and overall living standards in Rwanda.

👀 What to Expect in This Episode:

• Are Rwanda’s statistics credible—or are they politically motivated?
• Why did the Financial Times accuse Rwanda of manipulating poverty data?
• What surprising insights emerged from surveying over 15,000 households across the country?
• How does Rwanda’s definition of extreme poverty compare to global standards like the World Bank’s $2.15/day benchmark?
• What does the Gini coefficient reveal about inequality in Kigali and beyond?
• Will Rwanda realistically achieve its Vision 2035 goal of becoming an upper middle-income country?

🔍 We dive deep into numbers that matter—beyond GDP—and ask the hard questions about trust, transparency, and truth in national data.

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Do you think national statistics reflect the lived reality of ordinary Rwandans? Why or why not?

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In this compelling episode of The Long Form podcast, we sit down with Dr. Charles Murigande, a key but often overlooked figure in post-genocide Rwandan politics, to unpack pivotal moments in Rwanda’s history.

A former Rwandan ambassador and cabinet minister, Murigande shares rare insights into the early struggles of the Rwandese Patriotic Front (RPF), the 1998 Kicukiro cadre revolt, the political crisis surrounding President Pasteur Bizimungu’s fall, and standing for president against Paul Kagame in 2000.

This exclusive interview offers a deep dive into the political dynamics of post-genocide Rwanda, the rebuilding of the state, and what lies ahead for the country and the Great Lakes region. A must-watch for anyone interested in the Tutsi Genocide aftermath, the evolution of the RPF, and the untold stories behind Rwanda's political transformation.

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