A loan helped a member to buy 10 sacks of shoes, which will strengthen her initial capital.


Msingi Sg/Gihyamba Group's story

Ms. Marie is a client of Hekima IMF and chairs the "MSINGI SG GIHYAMBA" village group. She is 65 years old, married, and the mother of 6 children, all of whom are in school. Her partner is a businessman.

Ms. Marie sells shoes. She started her business in 1990 with start-up funds she received from her husband. Later she became involved in the Hekima program to support her business, which has gradually grown since then.

With this new loan she will buy 10 sacks of shoes, which will strengthen her initial capital. The challenge to her business is related to unpaid debts.

She would like to see her children continue their studies and to buy a parcel of land. Finally, she wishes to thank Hekima and its partners for the support they have provided to owners of non-monetized businesses.

In this group: Marie, Wabiwa, Magadaleine, Evelyne, Gustave, Guilaume, Nelson, Nelly, Francine, Munyekelwa, Gervais

Translated from French by Kiva volunteer JOHN LONSDALE.


This loan is special because:

It serves entrepreneurs in conflict-affected areas with few opportunities.



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