Rwanda SME Growth Fund
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Company Description
A fund established by RSSB to provide financing to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), addressing gaps in access to capital. Starting at USD 30 million and scaling up, it supports business growth, enhances competitiveness, and promotes commercially sustainable enterprises, with the broader aim of driving innovation and contributing to economic growth.
Countries of Operation
Rwanda
Ownership of Company
Governmental / Institutional
Number of years since incorporated
0
Project Pitch
The Rwanda SME Growth Fund, established by the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB), is designed to unlock growth for high-potential small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by improving access to tailored financing solutions. The Fund targets businesses that are ready to scale but face constraints in accessing the right type of capital to expand operations, strengthen their structures, and enhance competitiveness.
Beyond financing, the Fund aims to support SMEs in becoming more investment-ready and commercially sustainable, enabling them to transition toward long-term, market-based funding. By partnering with promising enterprises across key sectors, the Fund seeks to catalyze innovation, job creation, and value addition within Rwanda’s economy.
We are actively looking to engage with ambitious, growth-oriented businesses that demonstrate strong fundamentals and a clear vision for scale. Through flexible capital and strategic support, the Fund provides an opportunity for SMEs to accelerate their growth trajectory while contributing to broader economic development.
Team
Not provided
Type of Project
Governmental / Institutional project
Stage
Growth stage
Annual Revenue (in EUR)
Prefer not to disclose
Number of employees
1-10
Total Project Cost (in EUR)
USD 30 million
Financing needs (in EUR)
EUR 60 million
Type of financing needed
Debt, Equity, Guarantee, Venture Capital
The Company is looking for
Financing, Technical assistance
Planned allocation of fundraising capital
PPP (Public-Private Partnership)