Starting a Business in Rwanda as a Foreigner | Is It Really That Easy?

During my visit to Kigali, Rwanda, I sat down with Fenan, an Eritrean entrepreneur raised in Germany and the UK, who recently opened Fenan’s Café. With a background in fintech and professional basketball coaching, Fenan has taken on a new challenge: entrepreneurship in Rwanda. Just four months ago, she transformed a former storage space into a beautiful café. In this conversation, we discuss her journey, the process of starting a business in Rwanda, the country’s business-friendly environment, and how Rwanda balances foreign investment with opportunities for local citizens. Whether you’re considering relocating to Rwanda, investing in Africa, or simply interested in stories of African entrepreneurship, I hope this conversation gives you a valuable perspective. Subscribe to The BE Family for conversations about living, working, investing, and exploring life across Africa. KG 680 Street, Kimihurura, Kigali, Rwanda Located in the same building as The Time Restaurant. Phone: +250 788 355 788 WhatsApp Number: +250 788 355 788 Instagram & TikTok: @fenans_cafe #Rwanda #DoingBusinessInRwanda #Kigali #AfricanEntrepreneurs #TheBEFamily