Ash, a teacher and refugee living in Nakivale Refugee Settlement, developed an innovative product to help tackle hunger and low-nutrition in her classroom.
Amama was working as a head porter in Ghana. She was able to join Opportunity International’s four-week skills training programme and learnt the skills that helped her set up the business she runs today.
Claudine is a farmer from Rwanda who, with training and access to finance, has transformed her family's welfare.
Aline is a farmer from Rwanda who diversified her income through farming and entrepreneurship, improving her family's wellbeing and financial security.
Mary is a businesswoman and farmer living in Malawi, building a better future for herself and her family with the help of Opportunity International.
Alice has been able to transform her farm and diversify her income through access to finance and training, helping her to buy health insurance for her family and buy clothes for her children.
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