Designed for
Early-stage startups, device providers and digital learners
Grant finance for early-stage startups alongside smart-device access and advanced digital-skills initiatives.
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RDAP is a Government of Rwanda initiative co-financed by the World Bank and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank to accelerate digital transformation and strengthen the country's innovation ecosystem.
BRD is responsible for the Early Stage Startup Financing facility, while partner institutions lead complementary access-to-device and digital-capability components.
RDAP products
For idea-to-prototype startups registered in Rwanda for no more than five years and with annual revenue of no more than FRW 14.5 million. Grants range from about FRW 29 million to FRW 72 million for prototyping, market research, team building and early marketing.
For startups with a functional minimum viable product and annual revenue below FRW 72 million. Grants range from about FRW 72 million to FRW 145 million for product refinement, scaling, market expansion and investor readiness.
Other components
Support to make smartphones and tablets more accessible to low-income households, people with disabilities and community volunteers.
Advanced skills support through Rwanda Coding Academy, bootcamps, specialised student lending and coaching.
Programme team
Contact the programme team for guidance and enquiries.
Take the next step
Startup applications run through Hanga Venture Ignite. Device-supplier opportunities are managed through RISA, while higher-education digital skills applications are reviewed by HEC.
Quick access
Ask for guidance or reach BRD directly.
