Executive Summary

Our Future & Vision Ltd, located in Rwimbogo Sector, Rusizi District, Rwanda, was founded in 2019 by young professionals committed to reforestation, environmental protection, and rural industrial development. The company operates in tree seedling production, timber processing, and furniture manufacturing. It promotes sustainable land use, adds value to local wood resources, and supports job creation. Core activities include producing and selling quality tree seedlings, processing timber, and making affordable furniture for schools, offices, and households. Revenues are projected to grow from RWF 12.75M to RWF 61.3M, with profits rising from RWF 500K to RWF 3.19M from 2021 to 2025. Jobs are expected to increase from 7 to 15. Looking ahead, the company plans to enhance operations, expand product offerings, and scale up by opening a showroom, acquiring land, and boosting capacity. Its vision aligns with Rwanda’s goals for green growth, youth employment, and sustainable development. My proposal seeks $69,000 to upgrade machinery, expand production, acquire land for a factory, and build a showroom. I’m looking for a grant or low-interest loan to scale operations, boost efficiency, create jobs, and support environmental conservation. Our Future & Vision Ltd is led by a dedicated and well-structured team of professionals, each bringing essential skills and experience to advance the company’s mission. The team currently consists of seven (7) full-time staff, covering leadership, technical, operational, and commercial functions. In addition, the company hires over 30 casual workers annually to support seasonal and project-based activities. At the helm is the Managing Director, who provides strategic leadership, oversees all operations, and ensures the alignment of business goals with both environmental and economic impact. Supporting production activities is a Production Manager, responsible for coordinating daily operations across the tree seedling, timber processing, and furniture manufacturing units. The Workshop Supervisor ensures efficiency, safety, and quality control in the timber and furniture production processes. The Sales and Finance Officer oversees budgeting, revenue tracking, financial reporting, and client relationship management to support business growth and profitability. An experienced Agronomist leads nursery management, ensures seedling quality, and oversees agro-environmental practices, playing a vital role in the company’s reforestation and land restoration efforts. To support all production operations, two Technicians provide hands-on assistance with machinery, fieldwork, and maintenance. This lean but capable team enables Our Future & Vision Ltd to operate efficiently, innovate responsibly, and scale sustainably. Looking ahead, the company plans to expand its permanent staff from 7 to 15 employees, reflecting anticipated business growth. Our Future & Vision Ltd is committed to gender equality, offering equal employment opportunities to both women and men, and also provides internship opportunities, particularly to students from TVET institutions, as part of its contribution to youth skills development and job readiness. Our Future & Vision Ltd has demonstrated consistent growth in both revenue and profitability. Starting in 2025, the company projects annual sales of approximately $42,319, up from about $24,138 in 2024. This represents nearly a fivefold increase in revenue, driven by expanded production capacity in both tree seedling and furniture manufacturing, improved product quality, and increasing market demand for timber and furniture products. Profitability has also shown steady improvement, rising from $1,000 in 2021 to a projected $5,000 in the current year. This increase in net income reflects effective cost control, operational efficiency, and successful market positioning. Our Future & Vision Ltd operates within Rwanda’s growing wood and furniture sector, focusing on a niche that combines sustainable timber processing, custom furniture manufacturing, and agroforestry-based tree seedling production. Our business is located in Rwimbogo Sector, Rusizi District, the business leverages both environmental goals and commercial demand, serving a unique mix of clients across the Western Province and cross-border areas like Bukavu and Kamanyura. In our market niche, competition mainly comes from woodworking workshops based in Kamembe city, particularly within the Agakiriro Rusizi complex. However, Our Future & Vision Ltd differentiates itself by offering environmentally conscious, integrated wood-based solutions from seedling supply to timber processing and final furniture products all under one locally managed brand. The company targets three main customer segments: • Households: Primarily middle-income families looking for affordable and durable furniture that blends quality with accessibility. • Institutions and Businesses: Including schools, offices, motels, and other entities requiring custom-made furniture tailored to their specific space and function needs. • Government institutions and NGOs: Such as NAEB, CDAT, RYAF, and others that support reforestation, green growth, and rural enterprise development. These clients are also key buyers of tree seedlings and wood products under funded programs and environmental projects. To reach its market effectively, the company employs a multi-channel go-to-market strategy: • Digital marketing through Facebook, WhatsApp, and a planned website to connect with local and regional buyers. • Community engagement via word-of-mouth referrals, local events, and demonstrations to boost visibility and trust. • Institutional partnerships to secure bulk orders and long-term supply agreements. • Direct sales through its workshop, planned showroom, and in-person pickups in target areas like Bukavu and Kamanyura.