A loan helped a member to raise sheep.


Santhiaba 1 Takku Liggey Rosso Sénégal Group's story

This group of women is part of the banc villageois that was established in October, 2013. They live in the same community and are good friends. Bébé, aged 56, is a married mother of 5 children. With her new loan, she plans to buy sheep, feed, and other products related to her sheep farming activities. Her profits allow her to cover interest payments, increase her savings, and meet her family's food, healthcare, and clothing needs.

In this group: Fatimata, Bébé, Adji, Ndeye Khady, Ndeye Fatou

Translated from French by Kiva volunteer Anita Whitby.


This loan is special because:

It empowers women working in agriculture in rural Senegal.



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