Bank of Kigali sponsors Diwali celebration, strengthens ties with businesses

Bank of Kigali sponsored the 2025 Diwali celebration hosted by the Indian Association of Rwanda on Saturday, October 11, at MD Hill Garden in Kibagabaga. Diwali, known as the Festival of Lights, is a major cultural event that celebrates the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. The celebration brought together the Indian community, Rwandan business leaders, and guests for an evening of cultural exchange and networking. For Bank of Kigali, this sponsorship is a strategic move to strengthen its relationships with Indian-owned enterprises operating in sectors like manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, retail and general trade, travel, and logistics. It also provides an opportunity to promote its tailored financial solutions such as Contract Finance, Invoice Discounting, Supply Chain Finance, and Trade Finance, including Letters of Credit and Avalized Bills, and FX Solutions. As part of its customer-focused approach, BK aimed to use the event to engage directly with SMEs and corporate clients, deepening its role as a partner in their business growth. ALSO READ:Bank of Kigali sets up full service branch at expo Speaking at the event, Jacob Mpyisi, Head of Corporate Banking at Bank of Kigali, acknowledged the Indian community’s role in the country’s economic growth. “We are happy to celebrate Diwali with the Indian community in Rwanda, which has greatly contributed to our country’s economic growth,” he said. He also added that this celebration is not only about lights and joy but also about partnership and shared prosperity. “At Bank of Kigali, we value our relationship with Indian-owned businesses and remain committed to supporting their growth through tailored financing solutions.” ALSO READ: Bank of Kigali taps internal talent for fintech innovations at first hackathon Organisers from the Indian Association of Rwanda said the event was more than a cultural celebration; it was about community building. “This celebration was not just about Diwali; it was about bringing our community together, strengthening cultural ties, and sharing the spirit of light and positivity with everyone in Rwanda,” said a representative from INAR. Beyond the celebration, the event served as a platform for strengthening ties between Rwanda’s Indian diaspora and the broader local community. It also reflected the deepening economic and cultural relationship between the two groups, highlighted by the participation of Bank of Kigali, Rwanda’s largest financial institution.

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Bank of Kigali sponsors Diwali celebration, strengthens ties with businesses