{"id":39541,"date":"2019-06-20T14:38:59","date_gmt":"2019-06-20T14:38:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/refugee-entrepreneurs-to-get-more-productive\/"},"modified":"2019-06-20T17:36:50","modified_gmt":"2019-06-20T17:36:50","slug":"refugee-entrepreneurs-to-get-more-productive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/refugee-entrepreneurs-to-get-more-productive\/","title":{"rendered":"Refugee entrepreneurs to get more productive"},"content":{"rendered":"

Today, Inkomoko Entrepreneur Development joined the Government of Rwanda, UNHCR and other stakeholders to salute the courage and resilience of more than 150,000 refugees currently living in Rwanda.<\/p>\n

In support of MINEMA\u2019s and UNHCR\u2019s joint strategy for the economic inclusion of refugees, Inkomoko has also supported 4500 refugees who have chosen to start and grow businesses for self-reliance. <\/p>\n

Inkomoko offers refugee entrepreneurs training and financial tools needed to start and grow businesses, improve their personal financial sustainability, regain dignity, and become self-reliant. After completing the Inkomoko program, 92% of these businesses are still operational.
\n\u201cPrior to joining Inkomoko, I was struggling with losses. In the program, I learnt how to save and reinvest in my business, the process and advantages of paying taxes. <\/p>\n

The eye opener was to think about expanding my business and understanding market opportunities. In short, I acquired business management skills and best ways to sustain my business,\u201d said Emima Nyiramasine, a refugee entrepreneur in Gihembe Camp. <\/p>\n

The Rwandan government\u2019s policies allow refugees to register a business with RDB, open a bank account, and pay taxes. Refugees in Inkomoko\u2019s program have paid more than 73M RwF in taxes to date. <\/p>\n

\u201cThese policies encourage refugees to contribute to Rwanda\u2019s growth, so we are helping them make their own living, as well as contribute to their host community. It benefits everyone,\u201d said Olive Ashimwe, Inkomoko\u2019s Director of MicroBusiness Solutions. <\/p>\n

Inkomoko\u2019s refugee entrepreneurs have also created more than 2600 jobs, of which 90% were filled by Rwandans in the host community. This year, Inkomoko has seen even more mutually beneficial business linkages between Rwandan entrepreneurs and refugees by offering integrated training, expos, and networking events in partnership with the local districts. <\/p>\n

\u201cSince I joined the Inkomoko program, I\u2019ve seen a great improvement in my family business and livelihood at large. My gratitude goes to the Government of Rwanda that is giving to refugees, like me and my husband, opportunities work and do business in Rwanda. We are living a dignified life,\u201d said Esperance Musanigare, a refugee entrepreneur in Kigeme Camp. <\/p>\n

\u201cWalking alongside these refugees on their journey of entrepreneurship demonstrates our belief that anyone can make a difference and be self-reliant, no matter what their background is,\u201d said Lydia Irambona, Inkomoko\u2019s Regional Director of Refugee Affairs. <\/p>\n

Rwanda\u2019s World Refugee Day celebrations in Kigeme camp, one of the six refugee camps in Rwanda that Inkomoko works in, will commence with a marriage ceremony for registered couples in the camp, exhibition of items made by refugees and host community members, and testimonies from refugees and the host members about living and working in community together.<\/p>\n

Dignitaries, including the Mayor of Nyamagabe, Governor of the Southern Province, UN Resident Coordinator, and UNHCR Deputy Representative, are to join the Honorable Minister of the Ministry in charge of Emergency Management as the Guest of Honor. <\/p>\n

{{About Inkomoko Entrepreneur Development }} <\/p>\n

Inkomoko, a local consulting firm, was founded on the belief that entrepreneurs will transform their country by driving economic growth in their communities and bringing to market relevant solutions to solve the community\u2019s most pressing problems. Refugee entrepreneurs are no exception. <\/p>\n

Inkomoko provides relevant and practical skills and resources to help entrepreneurs grow their business. We do this through a comprehensive program of one-on-one consulting, business training, and direct access to affordable financing. This year, Inkomoko\u2019s refugee program has been funded by the US State Department through the Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migrants (PRM) and the Mastercard Center for Economic Inclusion. <\/p>\n

Inkomoko\u2019s ultimate goal is see businesses create jobs and improve in their communities. Inkomoko is the Rwandan affiliate of African Entrepreneur Collective. <\/p>\n

{{For more information: www.inkomoko.com }} <\/p>\n

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