Welcome to CDE Rwanda

Reducing Barriers to Prosperity. Empowering Entrepreneurs. Building Rwanda’s Future

Who We Are

Centre for Development and Enterprises Rwanda (CDE Rwanda) is a non-governmental organization committed to economic development through free market principles, entrepreneurship promotion, and policy advocacy.

We work to remove barriers that prevent entrepreneurs especially women and youth from accessing opportunities and growing sustainable businesses.

CDE Rwanda is dedicated to promoting entrepreneurship, supporting small businesses, and advancing policy reforms that strengthen Rwanda’s private sector and economic growth.

🔹 Empowering Women
🔹 Supporting Youth Entrepreneurs
🔹 Advocating for Pro-Business Policy Reform

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Our Focus Areas

01.

— Entrepreneurship Development

Supporting small and medium enterprises to grow and thrive.

02.

— Women & Youth Empowerment

Enabling inclusive participation in Rwanda’s economy.

03.

— Policy & Regulatory Reform

Advocating for simplified business registration and reduced bureaucratic obstacles.

Featured Initiative

ISHEMA Project

CDE Rwanda supports initiatives like the ISHEMA Project, which empowers women, youth, and small business owners by promoting entrepreneurship and formal business participation.

 

ISHEMA Project

ISHEMA Project

The Centre for Development and Enterprises Rwanda (CDE Rwanda) has officially launched the ISHEMA Project, a nationwide civic and economic...
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Partners