RML was incorporated in May 2004, licensed by the Central Bank - Banque National Rwandaise (BNR) - to conduct credit only micro finance in September 2004 and advanced its first loan in October 2004. In the fifteen months from
October 2004 to December 2005, RML has achieved the following:
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RML was incorporated in May 2004, licensed by the Central Bank - Banque National Rwandaise (BNR) - to conduct credit only micro finance in September 2004 and advanced its first loan in October 2004. In the fifteen months from
October 2004 to December 2005, RML has achieved the following:
· Been profitable since March 2005 (the sixth month of operation)
· Built a loan portfolio of approximately $400,000 with almost 800 active clients
· Opened a second branch in Kigali
· Launched two micro-finance loan products, viz. payroll for salaried individuals and micro-corporate credit for small businesses
· Created 9 direct jobs within Rwanda. The company is unable to quantify the number of jobs created indirectly from its activities.
The biggest challenge RML is facing today is that of funding. As a a start up very few banks or funders are willing to work with RML. Credit goes to UML, BCR, Deutsche Bank, Stromme Micrfinance and ACCION that have started building a relationship. RML invites other interested parties to join RML in making a difference in the lives of the people of Rwanda.
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