Meet the entrepreneurs

The Youth Social Entrepreneurship Programme supports 12 promising young entrepreneurs in Rwanda who are building innovative businesses and driving change in their communities. Through mentorship, skills development, and tailored resources, the programme equips them with the tools to grow their ventures and create meaningful impact.

This year’s participants are:

  • Agnes Mutarutwe
  • Ange Hirwa
  • Anitha Cyuzuzo
  • Darlene Abizeye
  • Eloi Shema Bwimba
  • Emmanuel Manirarora
  • Jean Claude
  • Nzabonimpa
  • Jean Luc
  • Umuhuza Hirwa
  • Josephine
  • Intayoberana
  • Sylvain Shimirwa
  • Theoneste Ndayisenga
  • Violette Ukundwanase

Agnes Mutarutwa

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Emmanuel Manirarora

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Josephine intayoberanwa

Pharmacist & Founder Data pharmacy

Sylvain Shimirwa

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Eloi Shema Bwimba

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Violette Ukundwanase

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Theoneste Ndayisenga

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Agnes Mutarutwa

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Here are two inspiring stories from the entrepreneurs, highlighting the journey, challenges, and early milestones of participants as they grow their businesses and work toward creating lasting impact in their communities.

Emmanuel Manirarora

Emmanuel is passionate about regenerative practices and serves as an agricultural trainer, specializing in regenerative agriculture. Emmanuel serves as the Managing Director and Co-founder of L&W. R LTD branded on social media platforms as Live Well Rwanda, a social wellness company situated in Rwanda.  
He is actively engaged with various local organizations, corporations, and higher education institutions as a consultant within the wellness and mental health sectors.
Through his company, promotes agroforestry and permagarden, which is a permaculture approach resilient to climate change. This method ensures families have access to nutritious vegetables grown in small spaces. 

Agnes Mutarutwa

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Help us build a brighter future​

With youth unemployment at 18.8%, addressing this challenge is vital for Rwanda’s economic future. Your contribution can provide crucial resources, mentorship, and training to empower the next generation of leaders.

At Vanguard Economics Foundation, we are committed to empowering youth with the skills, opportunities, and support they need to drive Rwanda’s future. 

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