University: Catholic University of Rwanda, Rwanda

Degree Program: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Niyomukesha Eliane is an analytical student at the Catholic University of Rwanda who regards computer science as a primary vehicle for community elevation. Overcoming severe financial hardships and systemic resource constraints throughout her upbringing, Eliane maintained exceptional academic results to earn her place in her current degree program. She channels this hard-won resilience directly into her code, building software frameworks with social responsibility in mind. As a WAAW Scholar, her ultimate career ambition is to work as a skilled software engineer and technology-driven leader, specializing in developing custom digital platforms that optimize public healthcare tracking and increase educational accessibility across East Africa.