The challenge
The Government of Rwanda aimed to optimise national broadband network utilisation and increase broadband take-up, but lacked a consolidated assessment of the technical, financial, regulatory, and operational factors shaping these outcomes. Policymakers needed a clear set of strategic options backed by robust data and analysis to guide decisions on pricing, investment, and network deployment.
Project outline
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Conducted technical due diligence and operational audit of Rwanda’s national broadband network.
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Performed market analysis and pricing assessment for wholesale services.
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Carried out legal and regulatory due diligence to identify barriers affecting network utilisation.
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Conducted commercial due diligence and developed detailed financial models.
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Reviewed organisational structures and assessed long-term business viability.
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Held multi-stakeholder workshops to validate findings and align recommendations.
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Developed demand forecasts, investment plans, and financial assumptions.
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Produced business cases for multiple strategic scenarios, supported by international benchmarking and implementation guidance.
Our impact
The project equipped the Government of Rwanda with a comprehensive view of the constraints and opportunities across its broadband ecosystem. The analysis enabled officials to compare strategic options, evaluate pricing and investment decisions, and design targeted measures to improve network utilisation and increase nationwide broadband adoption. The resulting recommendations formed a practical roadmap tailored to Rwanda’s market conditions.
Duration of engagement: February 2019 – January 2020