Rwanda: Want to Be a Car Mechanic Just Do It, Says One Girl

18 October 2011

Despite increased gender equity, certain jobs are still considered as unwomanly. One young woman shows that with determination, such barriers can be broken - and in a very successful way.

Zahara Umukunzi looks very much like other 21-year-old women. She is lucky to have a job, which she is passionate about. She is easy-going with colleagues, with whom she regularly chats and laughs.

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