People are dynamic. They change, and soon as there are enough of you, things change [for a whole society].

People need open space. People need to bring their children into an area where they can play without restriction." And I was told, "This is development." And I said, "That is not development, definitely not sustainable development, definitely not responsible development. People need fresh air. They can do without buildings. They can do without concrete. But they cannot do without fresh air.

Nile perch is a fish that was introduced into Lake Victoria. The reason that fish was introduced into Lake Victoria was because it was decided that the people living near the lake needed more proteins than they were getting.

What a friend we have in a tree, the tree is the symbol of hope, self improvement and what people can do for themselves.

Those of us who have been privileged to receive education, skills, and experiences and even power must be role models for the next generation of leadership.

It is important to nurture any new ideas and initiatives which can make a difference for Africa.

What people see as fearlessness is really persistence. Because I am focused on the solution, I don't see the danger.