The ICT Chamber of Rwanda and the International Labour Organization (ILO) has announced the Innovate4DigiJobs 2025 funding competition.
The young Rwandan-led organizations and startups are encouraged to present solutions that develop digital skills
The grant amount to be received by the winners shall be between US$10,000 and US$50,000 to put their projects in practice
The vision is evident: develop digital skills and entrepreneurship to solve the increasing needs of Rwanda in terms of technology professionals.
This is in line with the national initiatives such as One Million Coders, and other ICT Chamber goals.
Registered non-profits, cooperatives, and TVET institutions working in Rwanda.
Particularly in such districts as Nyarugenge, Gasabo, Gishoma, and Huye, are eligible to apply.
Decent employment opportunities must be provided to the youth through funding projects.
The program shows that Rwanda is determined to close the digital divide and become an innovation hub in the region.
Innovate4DigiJobs program seeks to change bright ideas into effective businesses through its support.
This program is one of the essential steps to empower young Rwandans in the context of the blazing digital economy.
This will go a long way in determining much of its success on the extent to which such grants are converted to sustainable ventures.