Olivia Sakai

Learn how Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) are helping cocoa farmers invest in their farms, start small enterprises, and manage unexpected costs.

Four years ago, Lúcia Sigauque’s life took an unexpected turn. Discover how a sudden change in her circumstances propelled her into a new role as a successful woman entrepreneur and baker in northern Mozambique.

Our five most-read stories from 2025 illustrate just a few of the ways that TechnoServe has helped women and men in Africa, Asia, and Latin America overcome obstacles to build brighter futures.

In Puerto Rico, coffee farmers are learning critical agricultural practices to improve their resilience to climate threats—with support from TechnoServe.

What is Giving Tuesday, and how can you get involved in this global day of giving? Find out in TechnoServe’s latest explainer.

This month, we’re sharing postcards from TechnoServe staff who are creating change in communities across Africa, Latin America, and Asia. Get a glimpse into their daily routines and learn about the clients they support every day. 

This month, we’re sharing postcards from TechnoServe staff who are creating change in communities across Africa, Latin America, and Asia. Get a glimpse into their daily routines and learn about the clients they support every day. 

This World Youth Skills Day, learn how young entrepreneurs in Kenya are gaining the leadership skills they need to thrive in the Blue Economy with support from TechnoServe.

For nearly 60 years, TechnoServe has been working to provide youth with the business skills training, mentorship, access to finance, and market linkages to transform their lives and communities. Meet three of these inspirational young entrepreneurs.

This graduation season, as many young people finish school and begin to consider their next steps, entrepreneurship presents a promising opportunity. Seven entrepreneurs who made that leap share their challenges, biggest lessons, and advice for peers considering the same path.