Eric is from Rwanda. He completed his undergraduate degree at Kigali Health Institute in Environmental Health Sciences in the department of Community Health Development. While in school, Eric worked with the Community Based Environmental Health Promotion Program and conducted research on harvesting, appreciation and use of rainwater. Since completing his studies, Eric worked as Environmental Health Officer at Mareba and Bethsaida Health Centers, where he participated in implementing Community Health Worker programs. In his free time, Eric is involved in Christian student movements, serving as the national coordinator of University Bible Groups.