CoKiyovu
The first in Rwanda — a destination dedicated to women's leadership, being built in the heart of Kigali.
The Model
CoKiyovu is a community benefit corporation — a business structure legally required to return ALL profit to Women GAIN Rwanda. Not some profit. Not most profit. All profit. Every room booked, every meal served, every event hosted generates revenue that flows directly back to women's leadership development in Rwanda.
"A community benefit corporation legally required to return all profit to Women GAIN Rwanda."
The Feminist Bilbao Effect
Just as the Guggenheim transformed Bilbao from an industrial city into a global cultural destination, CoKiyovu will transform Kigali's Kiyovu neighborhood into the world's premier destination for women's leadership, learning, and exchange.
Rwanda already leads the world with 64% women in parliament. Women governed, passed laws, and rebuilt a nation after genocide. CoKiyovu builds on this extraordinary legacy.
What CoKiyovu Is Building
Leadership Institute
World-class training for women leaders
Women's History Museum
Celebrating women who shaped nations
Co-Working Spaces
For women entrepreneurs and organizations
Sustainable Accommodations
Eco-conscious hospitality
Event Spaces
Conferences, convenings, and celebrations
Wellness Center
Rest and renewal for leaders
Farm-to-Table Café
Local, sustainable, women-sourced
Women-Owned Tours
Curated Kigali experiences