Subrina Hassan Mohamed

Subrina Hassan Mohamed is 29 years old and married with 1 dependent. She was unable to complete her primary school education due to a lack of money for her school fees. Her husband works as a salesman of airtime in Kongowea. About 2 years ago she opened her own salon with the help of her husband, with just 1 blow dryer and a single empty room. After months of hard work, Subrina was able to purchase a hair dryer and later on bought 2 seats for the waiting customers.

Even without a high school certificate, she never gave up the dream of attending school, so she enrolled in a training college in Mombasa, where she acquired various skills in hair dressing. Through her business she has been able to assist her husband in catering to her family's needs. After the birth of her child about 7 months ago, Subrina has not been able to fully run her salon and at the same time take care of her nursing child; this has affected her business, since she spends more time taking care of her child.

She is requesting a loan of $650: $200 to purchase a hair dryer; $300 to purchase hair and skin products, chemicals, and towels; and $150 to install a water boiler. Subrina is a businesswoman who is determined to attain her dream. Her mission in life is to ensure that the future of her child is secure. She will be able to repay the loan.

Disclaimer: Due to recent events in Kenya, the security situation in many communities remains unsettled, affecting many local businesses. Lenders to this entrepreneur should be aware that this loan may represent a higher default risk, and should be willing to accept this additional risk in making their loan.