Womens Econ Empowerment

At a recent TechnoServe international staff meeting, Shingi Nyamwanza was invited to share the story of her personal career journey. Here is her story.

TechnoServe recognizes the vital role of women and men, in all their diversity, in driving economic and social progress and strives to build inclusive and competitive markets that generate sustainable economic opportunities for all people as entrepreneurs, farmers, and employees. We focus on women specifically because women…

Ten years ago, Namukolo was unemployed and in an abusive marriage. Today, she is a successful entrepreneur supporting her family on her own.

This case study highlights the approach that the Business Women Connect program, a partnership between TechnoServe and the ExxonMobil Foundation, has used to support thousands of women entrepreneurs in Mozambique.

Our monthly photo series highlights the beauty and emotion in the lives of our clients around the world.

A new mother in Benin began making reusable diapers and menstrual pads after having her son. She quickly realized there was an opportunity to help other women by creating sustainable menstrual products – and empowering the next generation.

Dara Obispo first started working with TechnoServe as a teenage single mother in 2020. Here's an update on how she's doing today.

Cristina Manfre, TechnoServe's global gender director, answers questions about her background, what drew her to TechnoServe, and what aspect of her work she is most passionate about.

Lucinda Emilio Contavida is a 24-year-old young entrepreneur. She is a native of Nacala and currently resides in Pemba City, where she runs a small restaurant and catering business. Lucinda entered the business world shortly after ­nishing her 1st Life Skills Course, preparing for Employment and Entrepreneurship, as part of…