Rwanda’s young generation was called upon to take active steps toward financial empowerment through capital market participation during Itorero Imbuto Zitoshye programme, an initiative organised by Imbuto Foundation.
Addressing the youth, Josephine Mbabazi, Head of Corporate Services at the Capital Market Authority (CMA), shared the vast opportunities that Rwanda’s capital market offers to young people. She emphasized the importance of financial literacy and investment awareness in shaping an economically empowered generation.
“The capital market is more than just a platform for investing, it’s a tool for building long-term financial independence,” said Ms. Mbabazi. “It allows young people to participate meaningfully in the country’s economic growth while planning for their own financial future.”
She encouraged participants to explore investment avenues such as government bonds, equities, and collective investment schemes, noting that starting early provides a strong foundation for wealth creation.
The Itorero Imbuto Zitoshye which aims to nurture civic responsibility and leadership among the youth, partnered with institutions like the CMA to ensure young Rwandans are equipped with both knowledge and tools for economic self-reliance.
As Rwanda continues to position itself as a growing financial hub, leaders reiterated that empowering youth with capital market education is essential for inclusive and sustainable national development.