The main platform for promotion of savings and raising funds for long term investment in Rwanda and beyond.

Officially launched on the 31st January 2011.

The Rwanda Stock Exchange Limited was incorporated on 7th October 2005 with the objective of carrying out stock market operations. The Stock Exchange was demutualized from the start as it was registered as a company limited by shares. The company was officially launched on 31st January 2011.

ROLE OF RSE

Driving Capital Growth and Market Confidence

Corporate governance

Having many owners helps companies improve management, while shares allow both large and small investors to participate

Barometer of the economy

Share prices at the stock exchange fluctuate based on market forces, reflecting the overall economic trend

Mobilizing savings for investment

Investing savings in shares helps businesses grow, boosts the economy, and makes better use of money

Government capital-raising for development projects

Governments can borrow money for infrastructure through bonds, reducing the need for immediate taxes on citizens

Associations

RSE is a member of these organizations:

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The basics you need to know

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The Rwanda Stock Exchange is the national securities exchange of Rwanda, providing a regulated marketplace for buying, selling, and listing financial instruments such as shares, corporate bonds, and government securities. Organized and regulated financial market where securities are bought and sold at prices governed by the forces of demand and supply, Stock exchanges impose stringent rules, listing requirements, and statutory requirements that are binding on all listed and trading parties.

To provide the main platform for promotion of savings and raising funds for long term investment in Rwanda and beyond.

The Exchange facilitates capital raising for companies and the government, promotes savings and investment among the public, and contributes to Rwanda’s economic growth. The vision is to be a big contributor to the economic development and key player in leading Rwanda to be a regional Financial center.

Yes. The market operates under a robust regulatory framework designed to protect investors, ensure transparency, and maintain market integrity.

All trades are executed through licensed stockbrokers on the RSE’s trading platform, with settlement and clearing done through the Central Securities Depository (CSD). The standard settlement cycle is T+2, meaning transactions are completed two business days after the trade date.

Trading hours are typically from 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM (local time), Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.

Both local and foreign individuals, institutions, and companies can invest in listed securities on the RSE.

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