On 23 May 2025, INES-Ruhengeri successfully hosted the Capital Market Youth Forum Up-Country Roadshow, aimed at enhancing financial literacy and investment awareness among Rwandan youth.
The forum was organised in collaboration with the Capital Market Authority of Rwanda (CMA), the Rwanda Stock Exchange (RSE), and the Rwanda National Investment Trust Ltd (RNIT), focusing on encouraging active participation in Rwanda’s capital markets to drive economic empowerment.
Approximately 400 students from the Faculty of Economics, Social Sciences, and Management attended, where they learned about saving, investment strategies, and financial planning. The discussions centred around practical approaches for youth engagement in Rwanda’s expanding capital market.
Dr. James Ndahiro, Strategic Advisor at CMA, used biblical teachings from Genesis 41:34, Proverbs 6:6, and Proverbs 13:22 to illustrate the importance of saving as both practical and spiritually significant.
David Mitali, Head of Risk and Compliance at RSE, encouraged students to actively invest in shares, stating, “If you want to be rich, join the rich. Buy shares and attend annual general meetings of major companies.”
Jean Paul Ndisanze, Head of Investment and Business Development at RNIT, shared the motivational story of Ronald Read, an American janitor who accumulated substantial wealth through disciplined saving and prudent investing, demonstrating that financial success can be achieved by anyone.
The event facilitated lively interactions between students, faculty, and industry leaders, enhancing practical understanding of capital market activities.
Dr Mpakaniye Jean Paul, Dean of the Faculty of Economics, Social Sciences, and Management, stressed that underlined that financial independence arises from well-informed decisions, disciplined financial practices, and active market participation. Students were encouraged to start investing early and maintain consistent financial habits, aligning their actions with Rwanda’s vision for inclusive and sustainable economic growth.