Development Cooperation

Japan’s engagement in Rwanda’s development aligns with the objectives of Japan’s Official Development Assistance (ODA) and the TICAD  process by supporting the Government of Rwanda’s efforts to achieve sustainable economic development and reduce poverty. A stable and prosperous Rwanda also contributes to peace consolidation in the Great Lakes region and beyond. Japan’s development cooperation is guided by Rwanda’s national development priorities, including the Vision 2050 and NST2.
 
In line with these development frameworks, Japan’s cooperation has supported Rwanda in maintaining robust economic growth  for a long time, while addressing ongoing structural challenges. Japan contributes to sustainable growth, poverty reduction, and job creation by supporting priority sectors such as economic infrastructure development (transportation, trade facilitation, and energy); agricultural development (market oriented, value-added agriculture); social service improvements (safe water supply and sanitation); and human resources development for sustainable growth and employment. To ensure aid effectiveness, Japan participates in coordinated planning with other international donors through the Cooperation Partners Group (CPG).

• About TICAD
• Japan’s ODA White Paper
• Japan's ODA Consultation Desk on Fraud and Corruption

In 1989, the Government of Japan introduced Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP) in order to respond to diverse development needs in developing countries. The aim of GGP is to provide financial assistance to non-profit development organizations for implementing projects at community level. The followings are the types of non-profit development organization which are eligible to apply. Individuals or private firms are not qualified to apply under this scheme.

• Community-Based Organizations
• Local & International NGOs (Non-Governmental Organization)
• Local authority (Ex. City Council, District)
• Educational Institutions (ex. School management committee)
• Medical Institutions (ex. Hospital Management Committee)
• Research Institutions

The Embassy funds projects to construct and maintain infrastructures in the areas of primary education, health care, water and sanitation, agriculture and environmental protection with the maximum funding amount of 10 million yen (approximately USD 90,000). Special attention may be given to projects assisting vulnerable groups (ex. street children, orphans, widows, and people with disability).

• Revision of Development Cooperation Charter (June 2023)