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Cicilia Njoki knows the importance of location for a thriving business.
Hauling Hope
With a loan from a local partner, Ibrahim purchased a truck for his materials transport business.
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Ice Cream With a Side of God’s Grace
Maria (center) grew in confidence as a businesswoman as mentors Vanessa and Danny (left) walked alongside her.
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Like many pastors in Indonesia, Acong needed a second job.
Serving Up Satisfaction: Dinkinesh’s Recipe for Success
Using skills from business training, Dinkinesh surveyed her customers about their needs and used their responses to grow her business.
Crafting a Better Future with the Family Business
For this craftsman, leather wasn’t just the family business: it was a way out of poverty.