Entrepreneurship & Economic Empowerment

Creating pathways to economic independence through business training, microfinance, and job placement. We empower women and girls to become entrepreneurs and leaders in their communities.

Our Programs

Business Training

Comprehensive entrepreneurship training covering business planning, marketing, and management skills.

Tuesdays & Thursdays - 2:00 PM
8-week intensive program

Microfinance Support

Small loans and financial services to help start or expand small businesses.

Applications monthly
Ongoing support

Job Placement Services

Career counseling, job matching, and placement support with partner companies.

Mon-Fri - 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Continuous service

Mentorship Program

One-on-one mentoring with successful entrepreneurs and business professionals.

Weekly meetings
6-month program

Business Skills We Teach

Business Plan Development
Financial Management
Marketing & Sales
Customer Service
Digital Marketing
Record Keeping
Product Development
Supply Chain Management
Leadership Skills
Negotiation Skills
Time Management
Risk Management

Microfinance Options

Starter Loan

Amount: $50 - $200
Purpose: Initial business setup
Term: 6-12 months

Growth Loan

Amount: $200 - $500
Purpose: Business expansion
Term: 12-18 months

Equipment Loan

Amount: $100 - $1000
Purpose: Machinery & equipment
Term: 18-24 months

Success Stories

Grace Mwanza

Tailoring Shop

Employs 5 women, monthly income increased 400%

$200 initial loan

Faith Banda

Food Processing

Supplies 3 local markets, supports 8 families

$300 initial loan

Joyce Phiri

Retail Store

Expanded to 2 locations, trains other entrepreneurs

$150 initial loan

Economic Impact

Our entrepreneurship programs have created a ripple effect of economic growth in communities. By empowering individuals to start businesses, we're creating jobs, increasing incomes, and building sustainable economic foundations.

80+ businesses successfully started
95% loan repayment rate
300+ jobs created in community
Average income increase of 250%
60+ women became employers
100% business training completion rate

Key Metrics

80+
Businesses Started
95%
Loan Repayment Rate
300+
Jobs Created
250%
Average Income Increase

Job Placement Partners

Local Manufacturing Co.
Malawi Retail Group
Community Bank Ltd.
Agricultural Cooperative
Tourism Services Inc.
Tech Solutions MW

How to Get Started

1

Apply

Submit application with business idea or job interest

2

Assessment

Skills evaluation and needs assessment

3

Training

Complete business training or job preparation

4

Launch

Start business with loan or get job placement

Start Your Economic Journey

Whether you want to start your own business or find employment, our programs provide the support and resources you need to achieve economic independence.

Dowa District, Lumbadzi
Programs Year-Round
All Experience Levels