862,929
People aged 60+ in Rwanda
Equivalent to 6.5% of the resident population.
Organisation Concept Paper
Strategic Case For Elderly Social Protection In Rwanda
Hidden Souls combines national policy alignment, community delivery, and data-driven case management to improve life quality for vulnerable elders.
Rwanda Context
Why This Work Matters
Rwanda has 862,929 residents aged 60+, most in rural areas and many facing poverty, isolation, and chronic illness risks.
82.1%
Elders living in rural areas
Most older persons reside where services are harder to access.
12.6%
Disability prevalence among elders
Higher than the national disability prevalence among ages 5+.
Planned Activities
Six-Month Budget Snapshot
Estimated budget for high-priority interventions and operational support.
| Activity | RWF | USD | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christmas sharing + psychosocial support for 1,237 elders | 5,957,500 | 4,392.69 | December 2024 |
| Health insurance support for 300 elders | 900,000 | 663.60 | November 2024 |
| Beds, mattresses, and bedsheets for 100 elders | 5,300,000 | 3,907.89 | January 2025 |
| Behavior change campaigns + TV shows + operations | 5,537,900 | 4,080.80 | Jan-Feb 2025 |
Estimated Grand Total: 10,837,900 RWF (7,991.19 USD)