Retizen

With our support, 40 women have been empowered to thrive through various businesses, from farming and retailing food and clothes to running hotels and tailoring shops. Their diverse sources of income include:

✅ Green maize selling

✅ Auto spares

✅ Second-hand clothes

✅ M-Pesa services

✅ Agribusiness

Thanks to our savings facility and interest free loans, these women have been able to:

✅ Restock their businesses

✅ Buy farming supplies

✅ Treat sick children, and

✅ Overcome family emergencies.

Beyond their individual success, 250 family members are also benefiting from these opportunities.

Together, we are not just supporting families and businesses; we are creating brighter futures. 💚

Yetu Chama is initiative within Retizen that focuses on empowering youth and women through table banking and financial literacy. Here are some key aspects of the program:

Revitalization and Motivation: The program encourages participants to meet regularly, share experiences, and motivate each other, creating an environment that fosters positivity and determination.

Table Banking: Yetu Chama facilitates savings and lending activities among its members. Participants pool their resources, allowing them to access funds for personal or business needs at favorable rates.

Empowerment Through Education: The program emphasizes the importance of entrepreneurship and financial management skills. Participants engage in training sessions where they learn valuable skills to enhance their business acumen and personal financial literacy.

Supportive Community: Yetu Chama creates a platform for connection and support among members. It encourages networking, mentorship, and collaboration, fostering a sense of community and collective growth.

Focus on Women and Youth: The initiative specifically targets women and young people, recognizing the unique challenges they face in accessing financial resources and opportunities. By empowering these groups, Retizen aims to promote gender equity and youth engagement in the community.