The payment of grants to women’s groups facilitated by Busega Scotland is a matter of great excitement. It represents an opportunity for the women to develop their small businesses and provide for their families. This is a real partnership, as group members use their vicoba (credit union) for savings and to hold loan interest. Their capital grows rapidly.

The photos show the Tumaini group receiving their first grant, and Kalwande their second.

Some facts and figures. In 2024:

Our three new groups are supporting over ninety women.

The cost of the project is £2940 or £30 per family

The project is funded by the efforts of supporters in Edinburgh

Many thanks to everyone involved, including our workers on the ground in Tanzania – Julieth, Henry and Mr Kagezi.