Josephine Mukesha | Director General
National Identification Agency

MUKESHA Josephine is the Director General of the National Identification Agency (NIDA), a key institution under Rwanda’s Ministry of ICT and Innovation, responsible for Identification and Population Registration. With over 18 years of expertise in Database Management, Information Systems, Networking, Project Management, and People Management, Ms. MUKESHA has been instrumental in modernizing Rwanda’s Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS) system. Under her leadership, Rwanda successfully digitized all 9 vital events, transforming the country’s CRVS infrastructure. Currently, Ms. MUKESHA is at the helm of the implementation of Rwanda’s Single Digital Identity project, aimed at providing inclusive identity proofing across both the public and private sectors. Her extensive technical expertise and strategic vision have been pivotal in ensuring that NIDA delivers innovative, sustainable solutions aligned with Rwanda’s national development goals. Beyond her national contributions, Ms. MUKESHA plays a prominent role on the international stage. She serves as the Vice-Chair of the African eCRVS Shared Asset (ACSA) Advisory Board and represents Rwanda as its ambassador at ID4Africa movement, where she advocates for enhanced identification systems across the continent. Ms. MUKESHA holds a master’s degree in information technology from Carnegie Mellon University. Her leadership and vision continue to drive advancements in the digital transformation of Rwanda's public systems, reinforcing the country’s commitment to technological innovation and inclusive development.