Rwanda is internationally recognized for its success in offering universal access to healthcare.
With over 86% of Rwandans insured by the mutuelle de santé, Rwanda has ensured that her citizens have access to basic health care.
Rwanda has also successfully reduced the infant mortality rate by over 60%.
The country currently operates a well-functioning, decentralized healthcare public service system comprising 1280 health posts, 520 health centers, 57 hospitals and 5 national referral hospitals.
Rwanda also has a vibrant private health services sector, which has general hospitals, specialized eye hospitals, specialized clinics and polyclinics, dental clinics as well as dispensaries.
Rwanda plans to expand the provision of better health care and develop medical tourism through the attraction of state-of-the art and specialized medical facilities;
Investment Opportunities
Manufacturing of health products and equipment
Opportunities are available in:
Manufacturing of pharmaceutical products and medical equipment.
Medical supply distribution companies to ensure that medical products are accessible.
Provision of advanced health care services
Health facilities such as clinics, super specialty hospitals and diagnostic centers are highly demanded.
Medical schools to generate skilled staff for health sector
Rwanda has opportunities in medical education and training institutes such as medical schools, nursing paramedical schools, medical engineering schools and eLearning platforms.
Qualified health workforce will help to respond to emerging health care needs
Incentives to support health sector
Corporate income tax holiday of up to 7 years is provided when investing at least an amount equivalent to 50 million USD
Accelerated depreciation rate of 50% for the first year
Foreign companies investing at least 250,000 USD are allowed to recruit 3 foreigners without labour test.
Tax exemption on imported medical equipment.
Contact Us
For any further details, please do not hesitate to send an email to; ipd@rdb.rw
