Womens Econ Empowerment

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…

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

TechnoServe helps hardworking women around the world to overcome economic barriers and improve their lives. Here are four of these barriers.