Victoire Ingabire Umuhoza

Victoire Ingabire Umuhoza (born 3 October 1968) is a Rwandan politician who served as chairwoman of the Unified Democratic Forces from 2006 to 2019. As an advocate for democracy and critic of President Paul Kagame, she was the UDF's candidate for the Rwandan 2010 presidential elections, but was ultimately arrested and sentenced to prison.

Quotes

• I have agreed to appear in court,” she said, “but my right to be defended by a lawyer of my choice has been violated.
  • https://www.ktpress.rw/2025/07/what-is-the-prosecution-case-against-ingabire-victoire-umuhoza/ ( Kt Press, July 16, 2025)
• All Rwandans should join their hands in order to build their country.
  • Ingabire victoire said
• It is paramount that we Rwandans drop our fear and have the courage to start talking about the tragedy that befell us.
  • Ingabire Victoire Said
• No one should lose his or her life because of their origin, region, religion or political opinions.
  • Ingabire Victoire said
• Reconciliation is not possible as long as we continue to hide part of the historical truth
  • Ingabire victoire said
• The peace and solidarity of Rwandans is the only way to success.
  • Ingabire Victoire said