As the Executive Director, Solomon Bhaghabhonerano leads Live in Green with a vision to transform refugee settlements through sustainable solutions. His journey began as a refugee in Kyaka II, where he saw the environmental challenges firsthand. Today, his efforts have resulted in the restoration of over 21 hectares of forested land and the distribution of over 1.8 million tree seedlings
“My passion for environmental conservation started when I saw the damage being done to our forests due to the demand for firewood. At Live in Green, we’ve made it our mission to create a green circular flow of waste recovery, renewable energy, and agroecology, so that future generations can thrive in a greener world.”
Personal Skills
Visionary leadership and strategic planning, Environmental conservation and climate advocacy, Community mobilization and empowerment, Policy advocacy and stakeholder engagement, Fundraising and resource mobilization Crisis management and problem-solving Strong public speaking and networking skills