A loan helped to buy cement, ceramics, a toilet, and other construction materials.


Juana Ernestina's story

Juana Ernestina, age 36, is married and has two children, ages 13 and 5 years. Her husband is a fisherman. They live in Manta, a place known for its pretty beaches and especially for some exquisite dishes.

Juana is a humble woman who is very grateful for the support provided. Thanks to the loans, she is able to invest in her business selling fish. This permits her to improve and to increase her profits. But this time she requests a loan yo be able to complete a bathroom in her house to have better comfort.

She will invest this loan to buy cement, ceramics, a toilet, and other construction materials.

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Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Joann S.


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It is accompanied by useful, real-life business training.


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