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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Welcome to CSMER, where our commitment to empowering small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Rwanda drives our mission. We are dedicated to equipping you with the skills, knowledge, and tools necessary to navigate the Rwandan business landscape successfully.
The Council of SMEs is offering and will continue to offer the following services and programmes
Helping new businesses launch and grow with the right support and guidance.
Offering expert advice to help SMEs expand and succeed.
Providing resources and mentorship for entrepreneurs to thrive.
Assisting SMEs in finding funding opportunities to grow their businesses.
Enhancing skills and knowledge through specialized training programs.
Members Nationwide
Programs Conducted
Business Networking Events
SME Startups Assisted
Participation in the Community of Practice Meeting on Cross Border Trade
The Council of Small and Medium Enterprises was invited by the International Office of Migration (IOM), in partnership with MINICOM, to a community of practice on Cross Border Trade.
This meeting brought together stakeholders from Government, Private Sector, Civil Society, and other relevant representatives to exchange best practices and lessons learned.
CSMER was tasked to present and share best practices and lessons learned on Awareness Raising and Market Linkages for Small-Scale Cross Border Traders (SSCBT).
We appreciate IOM for organising a fruitful and impactful COP meeting.
Yesterday 10th Nov 2025, the Council of Small and Medium Enterprises of Rwanda (CSMER) officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Smart Anwani Solutions Ltd (SAS-MPost) a game-changing partnership designed to transform how SMEs in Rwanda operate and connect in the digital age.
This collaboration lays the foundation for a strong digital ecosystem that empowers SMEs to access digital addressing services, improve logistics, enhance business visibility, and embrace technology for sustainable growth.
The MoU represents more than a document it reflects a shared vision to drive progress, unlock opportunities, and transform the way Rwandan SMEs engage in the digital economy.
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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