The Council of Small and Medium Enterprises of Rwanda (CSMER) was founded to support and advocate for SMEs, offering networking, advisory services, and capacity-building programs. Independent from government and big business, it collaborates with key stakeholders to create a fair business environment. CSMER helps SMEs contribute to employment, innovation, and economic growth.
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Helping new businesses launch and grow with the right support and guidance.
Offering expert advice to help SMEs expand and succeed.
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Assisting SMEs in finding funding opportunities to grow their businesses.
Enhancing skills and knowledge through specialized training programs.
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Last week, the #Council of Small and Medium Enterprises team had an engagement meeting with the CEO of BDF, Mr. Vincent MUNYESHYAKA, and his team (@BDF_rw CEO).
The discussion focused on collaboration in implementation of the Cross Border Trade programme along the key borders of Rwanda, specifically the Kivu belt. This collaboration will enhance Rwanda’s exports in neighboring countries and contribute to sustainable livelihoods for Women, Youth, and Persons with Disabilities currently engaged in cross-border trade.
SMEs to access EAC market
The Council of Small and Medium Enterprises team had an engagement meeting with the Hon. Minister of State for Regional Cooperation, Gen (Rtd) James KABAREBE, and his team at MINAFFET.
The discussion focused on collaboration in implementing EAC Market access for Rwandan SMEs: Opportunities and challenges. This partnership aims to enhance the capacity of Rwandan SMEs to access the EAC market by either eliminating the identified Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs) or building the required capacity for seamless and competitive trade in the region.
It was observed that this initiative could increase Rwanda's exports into EAC partner states and contribute to sustainable livelihoods for Rwandans involved in cross-border trade.
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