The theme “Give to Gain” is a powerful reminder that meaningful progress begins with intentional investment. At Visions Africa, this idea reflects how we approach growth, leadership, and opportunity every day. Investing in women is investing in progress “Give to Gain” is more than a statement it reflects a simple truth. When we invest in […]
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The future of customer experience is shifting and it’s not happening quietly. Our CEO, Roger Brugger, attended Customer Contact Week 2026 in Berlin, where conversations with global CX leaders made one thing clear: how companies design, deliver, and scale customer operations is changing fast. From talent strategy to AI adoption, several strong signals emerged many
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In the world of tax, there is a lot of “market talk” that can lead to expensive mistakes. In Rwanda, paying taxes isnt just about where you are from or where your bank account is located. Its about where you stay. If you are living or working in Rwanda, here is a simple guide to what
Are You a Tax Resident in Rwanda? Myths vs. Reality 🇷🇼 Read More »
Staff meal expenses are common in many organisations across Rwanda, especially those operating in shifts, remote sites, or high-intensity environments. However, many companies treat these costs as non-deductible by default, missing an opportunity to optimise their Corporate Income Tax (CIT) position while remaining compliant. This article explains how staff meal expenses are typically treated, when
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For many entrepreneurs in Rwanda, navigating compliance requirements can feel overwhelming—especially in the early stages of building a business. One of the most common areas of confusion is the trading license tax. You may have heard the often-repeated phrase: |“You only start paying the trading license after two years.” While that statement contains some
We are seeing early- and even late-stage groups still booking interest-free related-party loans to “keep things simple.” 𝐁𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐚𝐱 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐬𝐞𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐥𝐬𝐞:(1) transfer pricing risk (not arm’s length) and (2) lost withholding tax where interest would otherwise be taxable. 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰?• OECD guidance on financial transactions tightened expectations around pricing and substance.•
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Many Rwandan organizations pay their female staff the legally required 14 weeks of full salary for maternity leave. That’s excellent corporate citizenship! But here is the catch that’s draining your cash flow: The majority of that payment is reimbursable through the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB), and many are failing to claim it. The Critical
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We are proud to announce that Roger Brugger, CEO of Visions Africa, has been elected as a new member of the Board of the European Business Chamber of Rwanda (EBCR) during its Annual General Meeting. This appointment underscores our ongoing commitment to strengthening partnerships between European and Rwandan businesses, fostering collaboration, and supporting both investors
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In Rwanda, a 𝟱% 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗮𝘅 is levied on goods imported for commercial use — paid upfront at customs on the CIF value. But here’s the catch: many companies never claim it back, even though they’re entitled to! We’ve seen this happen across industries — businesses unknowingly leaving significant amounts unclaimed. If you’re one of
𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿? Read More »
