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Akonkwa Mihigo Gisèle

Country of origin: Rwanda Currently in: Rwanda, Kigali General field of specialization: Engineering sciences
Academic Background

Degrees

2024 Master Engineering sciences
2012 Undergraduate Engineering sciences
Research and Profession

Current Research Activities

Engineering sciences

I am currently working on a research paper analysing energy costs in Rwanda, with a focus on the potential of solar PV to enhance affordability and energy access. My activities involve examining the current electricity cost structure, identifying factors driving high energy prices, and exploring the financial and technical feasibility of solar PV systems. Additionally, I am reviewing existing solar projects, assessing Rwanda’s energy policies and incentives, and evaluating the role of private sector investment and international partnerships. The goal is to propose actionable strategies for reducing energy costs and accelerating the adoption of solar PV to support Rwanda’s sustainable energy transition.

Current profession

Current professional activities type: 
Research
1. Research Development: To curate, organize, and disseminate up-to-date information and resources related to energy technologies, policies, and market trends to support informed decision-making and innovation within the industry.  2. Gender Development: to integrate gender perspectives into energy policies, projects, and programs, fostering inclusivity and equity while addressing gender disparities within the sector.  3. Proposal Development: to strategically design, draft, and submit compelling funding proposals to secure financial resources for energy projects, research initiatives, and sustainable development endeavours.  4. Academia & Energy Sector: to facilitate collaboration, knowledge exchange, and innovation between academia and industry stakeholders, bridging the gap between research findings and practical applications to advance energy technology and policy development.

Workshop and Conference Attended

2024 Kigali Energy Week
2023 AFRETEC PROJECT / University of Rwanda EMBEDDED AND PROGRAGRAMMING
2023 AFRETEC PROJECT/ University of Rwanda WEB SERVICES AND API PROGRAMMING
2023 AFRETEC PROJECT/ University of Rwanda BIG DATA AND VISUALIZATION,
2023 AFRETEC PROJECT/ University of Rwanda ROBOTICS AND DRONE TECH
2024 AFRETEC PROJECT/ University of Rwanda AI and Data analytics training
Prizes, Grants and Awards

Other Awards

Jun 2024
Energy lab certificate/ Universite de la Reunion
• Seminar participation • Presentation of the research activities of the laboratory, including visits to three research platforms: o radiometry station (BSRN and IOS-net) for solar radiation measurement, o SySPaC reverse test bench for hydrogen systems, o real-time simulation platform for electrical systems; • Training in digital tools: o Use of CMSAF satellite products for solar radiation – Python programming, o Use of the Open Source Energy Modelling System (OSeMOSYS) tool; • Access to digital resources acquired through the University of La Réunion's subscriptions.
Oct 2018
OWSD Career Development Workshop For Women in Science
Organized by RAWISE

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