BPR Bank Rwanda PLC, through the BPR Foundation, has officially launched the BPR Scholars Programme, an education initiative designed to support 50 high-performing students from disadvantaged families to access and complete secondary education.
The program is being implemented in partnership with the Ministry of Education (MINEDUC) and will benefit 25 boys and 25 girls selected from different districts across Rwanda.
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Students to Receive Support from S1 to S6
Under the programme, BPR Bank will support the selected students throughout their secondary education, from Senior 1 (S1) to Senior 6 (S6).
The support will include school materials and other essential educational requirements to help students attend school regularly and complete their studies successfully. The program will also provide students with guidance and counselling aimed at improving their academic performance and supporting their overall well-being.
Programme Targets Financial Barriers
BPR Bank Rwanda PLC said the initiative is intended to address financial and socio-economic challenges that prevent some students from accessing, continuing and completing their education. Beyond financial support, the programme will help students build confidence, develop practical skills and make informed decisions about their education and future careers.
BPR: Every Child Deserves an Opportunity
BPR Bank Rwanda PLC Chief Financial Officer Vincent Ngirikiringo said every child should have an opportunity to pursue their dreams regardless of their family background. “At BPR Bank, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to achieve their dreams, regardless of the family they come from. Through the BPR Scholars programme, we are committed to supporting these students throughout their secondary education journey, from S1 to S6.”
He added that the programme is not simply about providing financial assistance, but about accompanying the students throughout their six-year educational journey.
The bank will also help beneficiaries set life goals, develop themselves and understand the educational and career opportunities available to them.
MINEDUC Welcomes the Partnership
Niyongabo Eric, an official from the Ministry of Education, thanked BPR Bank Rwanda PLC for partnering with the government to support national education programmes.
He said such partnerships help remove barriers that prevent students from continuing their education. “Recent figures show that at least 79% of students who pass primary school go on to secondary education, and our goal is to reach 100%.”
He added that financial constraints remain among the challenges affecting students and that partnerships with institutions such as BPR can help increase the number of students who progress to secondary education.
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Beneficiary Promises to Work Hard
One of the beneficiaries, Shema Patrick, who performed well in primary school, expressed gratitude to BPR Bank for selecting him for the scholarship.
He promised to work hard academically and not disappoint the bank that had offered him the opportunity to continue his education.
Mother Initially Thought Scholarship Call Was a Scam
Meanwhile, Mukeshimana Vestine, Shema’s mother, said she initially did not believe the news when she was contacted and informed that her child had been selected.
She said she initially thought the people calling her were scammers. However, she became convinced after receiving another call from the bank confirming the scholarship. She expressed gratitude to BPR Bank, explaining that meeting her child’s education expenses had been one of the family’s major concerns.
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Six Year Support for the Beneficiaries
BPR Bank Rwanda said the launch marks the beginning of a six-year journey during which the bank will continue monitoring and supporting the selected students until they complete secondary education.
The program aims to strengthen their confidence and capabilities while preparing them to contribute meaningfully to the development of their families and Rwanda.
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BPR Foundation Supports Education and Business Development
Through the BPR Foundation, the bank invests in initiatives focused on education and the development of small businesses.
The foundation’s programmes are intended to support communities, expand opportunities and contribute to sustainable social and economic development.
