There was a double celebration on 18th February!
The Kalwande women received their final grant from Busega Scotland, and this completed the first group fully supported by Maura and Mark. It has been a great help to have their dedicated efforts in fundraising for our women’s groups.
The VICOBA (credit union) January figures were in line with expectations, and this represents a very successful group.
Total VICOBA capital = £1543
Grants from BS = £660
Women’s savings and loan interest = £883 (or 57% of VICOBA capital)
Number of business loans = 63
Number of emergency loans = 12
The group received its final grant of £166 on 18th February, as community-based organisation status had been achieved. At that date the VICOBA capital had reached £1,752.
The photo shows the group celebrating their grant payment. Well done to the Kalwande women and Maura and Mark
