I am Dr. William A. Twayigize, and my journey is a testament to the unwavering human spirit, determination, and the incredible strength that comes from faith. My roots are in a tranquil rural village nestled between Uganda, Zaire/DR Congo, and northern Rwanda. As a child, I was fortunate to have a joyous and idyllic upbringing.

One of my fondest memories is waking up early each morning to witness the breathtaking sight of the sun ascending over Mt. Muhabura, its warm rays enveloping the entire Umulera.

I cherished the anticipation of the fall season, as it meant the resumption of school. During those rare moments, my father would gather all of us, his numerous children from his several wives, herd us into his old Toyota Corolla pickup, and drive at 80km per hour on the bumpy dusty road to take us to the government-run supermarket called TRAFIPRO in Ruhengeri town to purchase our school uniforms. It was a magical experience that remains etched in my heart.