A loan helped a member to buy 25 pagnes (traditional wrap-around clothing) for sale.


Générosité Group's story

Kamate is a trader and the treasurer of the loan group 'Générosité' (Generosity), who work with the field partner, Hekima. She is 35 years old, divorced and mother to three children who all attend school. She began her business with money provided by her husband. She has been selling Super wax pagnes (traditional wrap-around clothing) at the town market for ten years.

Kamate will use her loan to buy 25 pagnes for resale. She would like to increase her working capital, build a house, feed and educate her children. She is very grateful to Hekima for the support they offer to non-bankable entrepreneurs.

In this group: Kamate, Kyangwi, Mbuyato, Chimana, Kayembe

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Translated from French by Kiva volunteer Sarah Ryder.



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