“Before the training, I worked for someone else. Now, I run my own business and can support my family.” 

Jackline, a 2024 graduate of our Business Leader Development Program in the Bwiza community, turned her life around utilizing the skills she gained. Before the program, she experienced inconsistent employment. After graduating, she opened her own retail shop in her local community. 

Through the Business Leader Development training, Jackline learned essential skills like financial management, saving, and business planning. These skills helped her budget wisely, track her expenses, and save for investments. She also gained confidence in decision-making, allowing her to run her shop effectively and focus on its growth. 

In just two months, her business is running smoothly. Jackline is now financially independent, meeting her needs and helping her family. She’s also an active member of two savings groups, planning to use her savings to expand her shop to better serve the needs of her community. Her ultimate dream is to own a large retail store to contribute to her community’s development and improve access to essential goods.  

Jackline’s story proves that the right skills can open doors to independence and success.