The World Bank provided Uganda with $ 217 million to help women start businesses. Government officials established the GROW Project to equip female entrepreneurs with new skills. Two agencies jointly run the program nationwide. Women refugees and locals both receive training through this initiative. The project helps tiny businesses grow into medium-sized companies.
Women learn business skills for free through ten different training courses. They study money management and digital marketing during these sessions. The program provides them with startup tools and affordable loans at an interest rate of under ten percent. Districts that host refugees send many women to these classes. Ladies from Obongi and Lamwo areas have joined the training programs.
Officials connect women business owners through special networking groups. These platforms enable entrepreneurs to share ideas and learn from one another. Community leaders discuss how to remove barriers that hurt women economically. Male business owners also join these important conversations. The project addresses unfair perceptions that hinder female success.
Women receive hands-on training in specific trades, such as farming and tourism. They learn climate-smart agriculture and hotel management skills. Master craftspeople teach apprentices through direct coaching programs. The project helps businesses register and certify their products properly. Export promotion services open new markets for female entrepreneurs.
The GROW Project started on International Women's Day in 2023. Officials call the program a complete game changer for Uganda. Thousands of women have improved their businesses since the launch. The initiative reaches every corner of the country. Female entrepreneurs now create more jobs and earn better money.
Women learn business skills for free through ten different training courses. They study money management and digital marketing during these sessions. The program provides them with startup tools and affordable loans at an interest rate of under ten percent. Districts that host refugees send many women to these classes. Ladies from Obongi and Lamwo areas have joined the training programs.
Officials connect women business owners through special networking groups. These platforms enable entrepreneurs to share ideas and learn from one another. Community leaders discuss how to remove barriers that hurt women economically. Male business owners also join these important conversations. The project addresses unfair perceptions that hinder female success.
Women receive hands-on training in specific trades, such as farming and tourism. They learn climate-smart agriculture and hotel management skills. Master craftspeople teach apprentices through direct coaching programs. The project helps businesses register and certify their products properly. Export promotion services open new markets for female entrepreneurs.
The GROW Project started on International Women's Day in 2023. Officials call the program a complete game changer for Uganda. Thousands of women have improved their businesses since the launch. The initiative reaches every corner of the country. Female entrepreneurs now create more jobs and earn better money.
