Scaling in Rwanda with NGO Sangira

Scaling with purpose

After a strong foundation in 2024, the partnership entered a new phase in 2025. Sangira’s instructors—trained through GSL’s Train-the-Trainer program—returned with greater confidence and ownership, delivering a smoother, more structured learning experience. Data from this cohort shows:

• 90%+ module completion on time

• Significant improvement in theoretical knowledge

• High engagement across the program

This is scaling in action: stronger systems, stronger results.

Learning goals matched with real outcomes

Students entered the program with clear ambitions:

• 50% hoped for a job or a better job

• 35% wanted to improve their cooking skills

And the training delivered measurable impact:

• 66.7% felt better prepared for a job

• 28.6% secured a job

• 4.8% obtained a better job

• 90.9% said the training improved their kitchen skills “a lot”

• 95% would “very likely” recommend the training

These results show that Swiss-quality vocational training can open real professional doors.

Hotel managers and Head Chefs confirmed the trend, praising graduates for their discipline, foundations, and independence. As one chef noted, “Compared to other schools, this training is far ahead.”

Human stories behind the numbers

Behind every graph is someone whose life is changing.
Like Ombeni, who entered the program with nothing but determination, completed it, and now works as a cook—his dream expanding from “a small restaurant” to “a hotel one day.”
Or Benitta, whose confidence soared after mastering hygiene, sauces, and plating.

These individual journeys are at the heart of why scaling matters.

‍Looking ahead

Next steps are already underway:

• Launching Kitchen Assistant Level 2

• Piloting the GSL Bakery module

• Deepening engagement with local hotels and restaurants

Scaling in Rwanda isn’t just about training more students—it’s about creating pathways to employment, dignity, and long-term growth. Together with Sangira, we’re building a model of vocational education that empowers individuals and strengthens communities.

And in Nyamasheke, this is only the beginning.

🌟 Would you like to help us create more stories like Benitta’s and Ombeni’s?

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