Draft:Paradis Imfura

Early Life and Education
Paradis Nishimwe Imfura, born on January 11, 1993, in Bugesera District, Rwanda, is the daughter of Jeanne Nyirabasilimu and JD Ndayambaje. During her early years, her family resided in Kigali, Rwanda. At the age of 9, Paradis's family went on a journey across Africa.

Paradis started school at Kagasunzu Adventist Primary School from 1999 to 2002, followed by Kabusunzu Primary School from 2002 to 2005. For her high school years, she first enrolled at Groupe Scolaire Officiel de Butare in Rwanda from 2005 to 2007 and later transferred to Adventist High School APACE from 2007 to 2008. Paradis completed her high school education at St Vincent High School in 2011.

Post high school, Paradis pursued a Diploma in Psychology at Austin University in Texas, United States. After this, she pursued Business Management/Human Resources at Mount Kenya University from 2013 to 2015. After a hiatus to focus on motherhood and business, Paradis returned to Mount Kenya University in 2023 to complete her Bachelor's in Finance.

Career
Paradis Imfura, a figure in the space of design, entrepreneurship, philanthropy, and mental health advocacy, stands out as a transformative leader in Rwanda. At the age of 22, her entrepreneurial journey began with the creation of Wood Habitat, a business born from a 5-star hotel inquiry sparked by her realization of the need for a baby crib for her firstborn son.

In her own words, Paradis Imfura articulates her vision as an African designer and leader: "My passion is to create a successful dynamic between creativity, leadership, and scalability."

Paradis Imfura first embarked on her professional journey with her first role at the Rwanda Broadcasting Agency in Musanze, Rwanda, and Rubavu during her internship from 2010 to 2011. In this capacity, she served as a radio news reporter and contributed to an entertainment show tailored to the youth.

Later, Paradis switched to a role in consultancy and translation at the European Union project for road rehabilitation in Kigali and Uganda.

Published Works
Paradis has made notable contributions to various publications, showcasing her insights. Her works have been featured in the Swiss Magazine: Women Drive, Tracy, New Times and Inzozi Magazine.