How Coffee Farming Transformed a Rwandan Family’s Future
Discover how hands-on training helped a Rwandan father increase his income, educate his kids, and build a better life for his family.
From Data Collector to Tomato Processor: How Abigail Bofah Turned Challenge into Opportunity
At 33 years old, Abigail Amoakowaa Bofah, a mother of two young children, is proving that motherhood and ambition can go hand in hand. Abigail lives in Techimantia, a town in the Ahafo Region of Ghana. She is steadily building a livelihood that reflects both her agricultural training and her determination to create a better future for her family.
How a Youth Employment Program Helped Fabio Rebuild His Future
During a recent field visit to Barro Alto, a small city in Goiás, Brazil, I witnessed firsthand the challenges and quiet resilience of a community often overlooked. Barro Alto is home to just 10,000 people, nearly 18% of youth between 15 and 24 are unemployed, and…
Entrepreneurship in South Africa: How a Young Designer Built Arore Designer Boutique
Sinovuyo Sandisiwe Papu, 31, left her corporate job in 2016 to chase her dream of being an entrepreneur and fashion designer. Today, she owns a successful Johannesburg-based business, Arore Designer Boutique. But the path to success wasn’t without its challenges.
From Compliance to Commitment: How Kitui Flour Mills Is Leading the Fight Against Malnutrition
Over 3.1 billion people (more than 42% of the global population) cannot afford a healthy diet. More than 2 billion people lack essential vitamins and minerals like vitamin A, iron, and zinc, while an estimated 148 million children…
Today’s Changemakers: Celebrating Youth Leadership on International Youth Day
On August 12, TechnoServe joins the global celebration of International Youth Day, a moment to recognize the important role of young people in driving local action and progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals. This year’s theme, “Youth Localizing the SDGs,” highlights the value of youth-led solutions in communities around the world.
A Coffee Farmer’s Journey to Gender Equality in Agriculture
Doris dreamed of being a coffee farmer, but living in a society with little gender equality in agriculture silenced her ambitions. Discover how Doris persevered to find her voice as a coffee farmer in Guatemala.
Empowering Women with Disabilities: A Social Empowerment Story
When illness ended Stella King'ori's career as a teacher, she faced a harsh reality. In Kenya, women with disabilities encounter significant barriers to economic independence. Through an innovative business training program, Stella transformed her small retail business, achieving 900% revenue growth and creating jobs for others.
Women in Agriculture: Transforming Challenges into Opportunities in Mozambique
Smallholder farmers like Olívia Ezequiel are turning challenges into opportunities, contributing to both their personal growth and the broader economic development of Mozambique.
Sustainable Fishing Meets Digital Marketing: A Kenyan Entrepreneur’s Remarkable Journey
Abdullahi Said Abdallah is a 24-year-old entrepreneur from Kipini in Tana River County, Kenya. He is the founder and proprietor of Soko Seafood, a burgeoning enterprise that exemplifies Abdullahi’s grit, resilience, and transformative growth.
