Mastering Trust Establishment in Rwanda for Wealth Protection and Business Growth

Jean Claude Nshimiyimana, a Commercial Lawyer with ENS Rwanda.

As Rwanda solidifies its position as a key financial hub in East Africa, the establishment of trusts has become an increasingly relevant topic for both individuals and businesses. The introduction of Law N° 120/2021 of 16/01/2021 Governing Trusts (the “Trust Act”) has provided a comprehensive framework for the creation, management, and dissolution of trusts in Rwanda, opening new avenues for wealth management, asset protection, and estate planning. Types of Trusts and Key Parties  This new legal framework recognises several types of trusts, including express, resulting, constructive, charitable, and private purpose trusts. Understanding these different types is critical for choosing the…

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About the Author

Jean Claude Nshimiyimana is the Corporate and Legal Services Lead at Andersen Rwanda. A member of the Rwanda Bar Association, he excels in advising and representing clients on commercial aspects of Rwandan law, which include trademarks, business structuring, company and NGO registration and de-registration, mergers and acquisition, real estate acquisitions, employment law and data protection and privacy, fintech and regulatory compliance. He is fluent in English, Kinyarwanda, French and Kiswahili and can be reached via +250788921438.