Entrepreneurship

Discover how job creation offers a long-term, market-driven solution to global poverty and unlocks economic growth where it's needed most.

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.

Our monthly photo series highlights the beauty and emotion in the lives of our clients around the world. This month’s photos illustrate the important role that the blue economy plays in lifting people out of poverty.

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.

Cross-border collaboration between India and Indonesia is advancing food fortification efforts to turn the tide on malnutrition.

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.

Are you an informed global citizen? This week, test your knowledge of current events with TechnoServe's May 2025 world news quiz.