Legal Representatives of RDIS

The following are the Legal Representatives of RDIS, who were elected during the General Assembly Meeting of RDIS on 28th February 2025.

Rt. Rev. Christophe Nshimyimana
Legal Representantive of RDIS
Rt. Rev. Christophe Nshimyimana
The Rt.Rev Christophe Nshimyimana currently serves as the Bishop of Butare Diocese of the Anglican Church of Rwanda, a position he has held since December 10, 2023. Prior to his appointment as Bishop, he held a series of various roles within the Anglican Church of Rwanda. His ministry began in 2010 at Shyira Diocese, where he served as a pastor and also took on the role of Education Coordinator. From 2016 to 2018, he was the Vice Principal of Muhabura Integrated Polytechnic College in the same Diocese. Additionally, he served as the Deputy Legal Representative of the Anglican Church in Shyira Diocese. In 2018, he was transferred to Gasabo Diocese, where he continued his pastoral duties and was appointed as the Coordinator of Community Bible Study program in the National office of the Anglican Church of Rwanda. In 2021, he joined East African Christian College as the Dean of the Faculty of Education.
Mrs. Olive Nyirarukundo
Deputy Legal Representative of RDIS
Mrs. Olive Nyirarukundo
Mrs. Olive Nyirarukundo holds a Bachelor's Degree in Rural Development Economics from INES Ruhengeri and over a decade of experience in community empowerment, project coordination, and rural economic growth. Currently serving as Assistant Field Coordinator at Sowers of HOPE, she leads field activities and supports sustainable development initiatives aimed at improving livelihoods in rural communities. Her previous roles include Recovery Officer at AYATEKE STAR COMPANY Ltd. and Business Development Advisor in Nyabimata Sector, where she empowered local entrepreneurs and promoted inclusive economic opportunities. Olive is passionate about creating lasting change through grassroots engagement and practical development strategies.
This annual report (April 2020 to March 2021) is intended to provide key partners and founding members of our organization with abridged information about our activities and performances.
This report is intended to provide key partners and founding members of the organization with information concerning the project planned for, projects implemented, the challenges encountered, the manner by which they were dealt with, and the impact in the communities where projects are implemented with and for members in the communities. The training of RDIS staff in India, held from 13th to 27th May 2025 at ADATS-Bagepalli in Kora District, Karnataka, was aimed at building technical capacity for the implementation of a biodigester carbon project in Rwanda. This initiative supports RDIS's strategic objectives to develop staff capacity, reduce global warming, and deliver community-centered sustainable development.
Vision Statement
A Holy Soul in a Healthy Body.
Mission Statement
To safeguard environment, increase the production aiming at sustainable and holistic development.
Objectives Statement
To promote sustainable development by mobilizing the community members to lift themselves out of poverty.