Saudi Journal of Business and Management Studies (SJBMS)
Volume-1 | Issue-02 | 59-67
Original Research Article
Factors Attracting Foreign Direct Investments (FDIs) in Rwanda: The Case of Selected Companies
Steven N. Balinda
Published : July 30, 2016
Abstract
The purpose of this article is to present the important factors attracting FDI in Rwanda. It attempts to answer
the question: "What are the important factors attracting FDI in Rwanda?" to reach the suitable response, a questionnaire
was administered to 30 foreign investors in Rwanda registered in different economic sectors such as manufacturing, ICT,
banking, mining, education, construction, agriculture, accommodation and fast moving consumer goods. For data
analysis, SPSS software has helped to summarize the findings. The study concludes that constitutional and legal
protection of FDI, free transfer of capital and profit gains, market and resources availability, strategic location, hospitality
towards FDI, security, tax system, high demand level with reasonable competition the key factors attracting FDIs in
Rwanda. This article will help economists and potential investors to understand the main determinants of FDIs in
Rwanda.