Elyse Irakoze was born on September 7 in Mugamba, Bururi, Burundi. She completed her studies in health sciences, specializing in midwifery, at the University Institute of Health Sciences and Community Development in Bujumbura on April 22, 2017.
Coming from a large family, Elyse is the youngest of ten siblings, though two have passed away. She has faced significant hardships, having lost both parents at a young age.
Despite these challenges, she has dedicated herself to improving maternal and reproductive health. Since March 2019, she has served as the Assistant Legal Representative of the Midwife in Action's Association Burundi, where she continues to advocate for better healthcare services for women and newborns.
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