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Kennedy · Majengo, Kenya

Jun 21, 2016

Hi Zidisha and Zidisha Lenders Your loan did alot in my business because i managed to acquire the tool kit and now am able to expand my job. I never thought i could acquire such items to expand my knowledge but Zidisha made my dreams come true. Generally my mind and life has changed drastically..thank you lenders!

David · Kumasi, Ghana

Jun 21, 2016

Thank you dear lenders for supporting the vision of making first-aid kits available to homes and offices in Africa. I have received the funds

Supriadi · Majalengka, Indonesia

Jun 21, 2016

Thanks to Zidisha and funders who have financed my loan through zidisha, With the help of a loan from zidisha now my business has started to develop, which previously only had 2 people pitchman Now I have had 5 people traveling salesmen and sales turnover improved my more than doubled from the previous. And I am very grateful that through my efforts as a mediator bread could empower people who are in need of work. I hope my efforts can continue to grow and be more helpful. __Sekali Again I thank you so much to zidisha and funders.

George · Nairobi, Kenya

Jun 21, 2016

Having joined Zidisha without prior endorsement by an existing Zidisha member and due to the Zidisha loan conditions that a certain fraction of the loan be retained as security as well as the Zidisha membership fee, I can only say at this moment that the loan advanced to me only secured for me a Zidisha membership. I was unable to use it to advance my business. However, I am glad to be part of the Zidisha community as having no tangible assets, a major challenge for me has always being accessing credit facilities from banks to grow my business. I believe that in the long run, Zidisha will enable me achieve my dream of setting up an open air drip irrigation demonstration farm in Taveta Kenya. The open air drip irrigation demonstration farm will come in handy not only in demonstrating how effective my wetting agent "super gro" is in assisting plant growth but will also demonstrate and train farmers on the effective use of drip irrigation as a way to grow crops in relatively dry areas. I already have 2 acres of land where i intend to set up the demonstration farm. Once I finish paying off my current loan, I intend to use my next loan to stock up on gunny bags. Gunny bags are a quick sale for me and are useful in maintaining my cash flow position. I will then be in a position to buy more stocks of super gro.

Yeboah · Accra, Ghana

Jun 21, 2016

I bought some cosmetics . the quantity of the products has increased at my shop and as well as profit has also increased by 25%. i used the profit to re-purchased products in order to keep on increasing my profit percentage.

Jones · Mtwapa, Kenya

Jun 21, 2016

My dear Lenders, first is to give my sincere thanks for the loan you entrusted me with. I feel so happy whenever l look at the iron box l got using the loan beside adding a reasonable stock. For sure, l've seen my business grow from just a mere shop to one my clients will love to be associated with. Thanks once again as you prepare to walk with me again towards achieving my dream. God bless and give you good health.

Isabella · UK, United Kingdom

Jun 21, 2016

Sounds like you really have a full life and enjoy it! That's wonderful. I'm going off to Scotland in a few days to see one of my daughters and her family. A 10 hour train journey! :( I hope that it will be sunny there as they've had lots of rain and floods recently. The family do have fruit trees and a vegetable garden, but no chickens! My son-in-law has a very technical job but loves baking cakes and making jam. Very best wishes Isabella

Samuel · Nairobi, Kenya

Jun 21, 2016

Here are some photos comment image

Kennedy · Makueni, Kenya

Jun 21, 2016

my customers are satisfied with my service comment image

Kennedy · Makueni, Kenya

Jun 21, 2016

one of my cusomers that i have served comment image

Geofrey · Luucho, Kenya

Jun 21, 2016

Dear lenders,thank you for the loans that have improved my life.I am now having more stock in my tailoring.

Gabriel · Nakuru, Kenya

Jun 21, 2016

Wow, i happy for Zidisha fraternity, this is nothing but mere surprise that the loan is fully funded. Like i had informed you earlier, i will use this cash once given to purchase a water tank for my mother up countries to ease the perennial water shortages experienced every year when the long rains subside. I take this opportunity in to thank you all and in special way to you Matt B for your concern, thank for making this project a success. Attached find a photo of me n mum that i took on April when i visited her. comment image

Simon · Nakuru, Kenya

Jun 20, 2016

Dear Zidisha lenders kindly find a few photos of the potatoes after being sprayed. You will notice the land is to be tilled which will be done this week , thanks a million times be blessed. comment image

Miriam · Eldoret, Kenya

Jun 20, 2016

Am happy I have been able to support my passion fruit vines with trellis. In the mean time I am now planning to buy more galvanized wires to put on the trellis for the passions to support themselves on. Looking forward to start harvesting in August 2016. Thanx alot to the continued support from Zidisha comment image

Alfred · Seikwa, Ghana

Jun 20, 2016

Hello lenders , Thank you once more for your support and hope you have given me in life . This support have help me shape my dreams well. May God bless you all . It is my prayer that God will continue blessing this great organization to be there for us.

Chimwemwe · Lusaka, Zambia

Jun 20, 2016

Thank you dear lenders for funding my loan. Am awaiting disbursement of the funds and will proceed with procurement of the tools and products needed to run my business. Many thanks, Chimwemwe

Roy · Espoo, Finland

Jun 20, 2016

Thank you Nicholas, It is always good to hear such good news. Good luck.

Nicholas · Berekum, Ghana

Jun 20, 2016

Thank you so much my lenders and entire zidisha team for the good work . I have purchased many books into my shop. Some of these books include Teachers note books, English dictionaries, Electives mathematics for Senior high schools and among others. My daily sales are so very good .

Benard · Magenche,o. Rongai, Kenya

Jun 20, 2016

Hello lenders,i want to thank you in a very special way for your great support.The just concluded loan has already made a significant improvement in my life.As a father i have been able to take up my responsibility well and with less financial challenge.I have been able to pay bills and school fees for my son.I had a great time where i could even take then out with the help from you.My business improved and i look forward start looking for contracts to supply my arts work. Below is the list of the items i bought with the loan i received; I bought silk drawing materials and armature at $13.00 Also i bought a set of universal multi-screw driver at $11.00, I also bought a dust coat at $4.00 On the list also was writing pens with soft bristles at $27.00, I also bought silver and original high assorted drawing inks at $32.00. My business thrived despite being down following the end of high season of Christmas holiday.My customers are now able to get my products almost immediately after request. My profit is expected to hit USD300.00 per month from USD200.00.I am determined because i have all that i required to do my art work.I am glad that i will be doing arts work and supply by order all thank s to you wonderful lenders. Thank you Lenders and Zidisha family.

Martin · Kamura, Kenya

Jun 20, 2016

Hello my esteemed lenders, thank you very much for funding my project. when I get my next loan, I will advance my barber shop to look executive and elegant by adding more equipment and extra services. I will buy a bigger mirror, a massage chair, better towels, after shave hair removal cream and increase lighting while doing a bit of interior designs and aesthetic. The loan will go towards financing one of the most robust and advanced modern shaving machines and it accessories. The modern machines will cost me at a cost of $126.00, a set of four adjustable machines combined with accessories. I will also buy another electric Kettle at a cost of $11.00 & 4 sets of towels at a cost of $28.00. I will also buy a bigger mirror at a cost of $38.00 and do interior décor at a cost of $25.00. I will buy two new adjustable chairs at a cost of $26.00. Also on the list will be two dust coats, after shave gel, surgical spirit and increase lighting bulb all at a cost of $30.00. Now, all this will make me start charging $1.00 per person, double the previous price. With my assistant this will greatly helped me to do Shaving more quickly and conveniently. These machines will save me unnecessary cost of maintenance and frequent break down of the previous machine while at shaving. On the side of my profit and income, I will start making double of the money I was getting earlier. I focus to be taking home a cool USD 100.00 per week up from the previous USD 35.00. This way, I will have given back to the society by created a job opportunity to another person and help them put food on their table. Thank you lenders for making me successful!

Williams · Berekum, Ghana

Jun 19, 2016

Thank you Laurie, for your support. May God bless you all.

Nancy · Nairobi, Kenya

Jun 19, 2016

Thank you for your support comment image

Nancy · Nairobi, Kenya

Jun 19, 2016

More stock comment image

Nancy · Nairobi, Kenya

Jun 19, 2016

Here is my new stock comment image

Addai · Kumasi, Ghana

Jun 18, 2016

Is here

David · Kinoo, Kenya

Jun 18, 2016

Thanks to my lenders I have received my loan of kshs 9908 today. I actually did buy the motorbike I was intending to buy and come this Monday it will officially start work. I really appreciate the believe in my dream by the lenders and I assure them of prompt repayment in the coming weeks. comment image

Gabriel · Nakuru, Kenya

Jun 18, 2016

I'm really enjoying what im doing ,i had 300pcs of cd case labels and inlays to design and print and i have finally finished. Take a look at some captured activities yesterday late evening. comment image

Treesforpeople · Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Jun 18, 2016

Great idea to go solar Petronilla! Good luck with your business.

Alice · Githurai45, Kenya

Jun 18, 2016

Feeling blessed. Thank you Zidisha. comment image

Dennis · Kapsoya, Kenya

Jun 17, 2016

Dear Valued Lenders, I thank you for your part in my journey. With Zidisha Much is accomplished and will be accomplished. I appreciate the Team. comment image

Yuliana · Klaten, Indonesia

Jun 16, 2016

Orders piled up thanks to Zidisha comment image

David · Kinoo, Kenya

Jun 16, 2016

Thank you to my lenders for continuing to believe in my dreams to be an independent person and offer assistance as well as employment opportunities to other people.

Samuel · Berekum, Jamdede, Ghana

Jun 16, 2016

I am more than happy to see that my loan has been funded quickly. This loan will help me to expand my business business . I am therefore going to use this loan to buy more spraying guns in order to improve on my business. I thank you so much dear lenders for funding this loan for me at this time. God bless you all.

Richard · Accra, Ghana

Jun 16, 2016

Dear Lenders, I am so grateful to you all May the good Lord bless you.

John · Malindi, Kenya

Jun 16, 2016

First is a word of thanks to all Zidisha team and our dear leader,you are giving us a great chance to grow our small businesses without struggle. The loans I got made my business grow in a way that I was able to stock trucks parts making my income grow at40%. Now am able to supply my customers with range of truck parts making them happier and making me richer,meaning profit is more. Being able to supply different trucks parts ,iam able to carter for my family basic needs ,education and small holiday in WAtamu beach resort the best resort in WAtamu. Again thanks Zidisha ,thanks my leaders your help has transformed many. God bless you all.

E · Nairobi, Kenya

Jun 16, 2016

I did get the full requested amount. Ordered an amazon firestick and a few amazon basics lightning cables for the iphones. I'll be delivering them tomorrow to clients turning in a 100% profit margin. I shall update you on the profitability turned in

Mariam · Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso

Jun 15, 2016

Dear lenders! I Thank You from the heart for the interest that you have for me! With this loan I"m very happy, plus it will loan me my trade well done perfectly! Once again, thank you!

John · Nakuru, Kenya

Jun 15, 2016

I have always loved the great migration in Maasai Mara....the activities that follow are so amazing with predators following prey, birds of prey hovering above...millions of live birth of the wilderbeast....the best thing you need is a camera and patience.....I used to work in Maasai Mara as a driver-guide.

Oppong · Berekum, Ghana

Jun 15, 2016

hello lenders thank you for the loan and may God richly bless you

Ibrahim · Nairobi Kenya, Kenya

Jun 15, 2016

Dear Lenders, I wish to take this opportunity to thank all of you for full funding my loan. May God bless you all

Charles · Medie, Ghana

Jun 15, 2016

LOVE MY STUDENTS comment image

Lucy · Nakuru, Kenya

Jun 15, 2016

Nail arts too. comment image

Lucy · Nakuru, Kenya

Jun 15, 2016

These are some of the services i offer.

Isaac · Ho, Agortime Kpetoe., Ghana

Jun 15, 2016

Thanks so much the entire Zidisha Team and my noble lenders. l have received your loan and l will go for more goods, building materials from my main supplier. I will buy iron rods , water closets and sinks for washing of hand and urinary pots. This will make beautiful and comfortable homes.

Godwin Mawutor · Akome Gbogame, Volta Region, Ghana

Jun 15, 2016

My loan has disbursed. Thanks to zidisha, my lenders and mentor. I have received GHC 581.00 . This will be able to pay for the capital required for my mobile money business. Zidisha is in the process of transforming Africa.

Anyoso · Kisumu, Kenya

Jun 15, 2016

I thank you for the help, support and encouragement you have brought to my life, with the previous loan i have made a difference in my life and hope to make more income and development from the loan given. God bless you.

Samuel · Nairobi, Kenya

Jun 15, 2016

Thank you Zidisha. I'm very happy for the loan. I was able to acquire the machine and now hoping for the best. Thank you Paul Graham for this has been possible out of your kindness. It's my part now.

Richard · Dormaa Ahenkro, Ghana

Jun 15, 2016

Thanks so much for your first contribution dear Lenders. I hope this loan will get fully funded soon. Thank you again for supporting and helping the people in our village. May God richly bless all of you. Thank you. comment image

Godwin · Dansoman, Ghana

Jun 15, 2016

APPRECIATION My sincere thanks to zidisha I have been able to meet demands for awhile. My second(2nd) gratitude goes to All who lend money on zidisha platform Mr Godwin Dufe is my name I live in a suburb of Accra my business is located at Ada by the Volta River. I live with my spouse and two daughters. My business is TILAPIA fish farming. Last season I applied for a loan through zidisha which went along way to support my farm business which I also paid on time. Due to the support I had I was able to be consistent and I won an award in my district as the best tilapia farmer. the proof is in the picture above. comment image

Daniel · Greater Accra, Ghana

Jun 15, 2016

Hi Lovely Lenders, Thanks soo much for lending me 1,166.00GHS to continue with my sachet water business. I just received the money and i really appreciate it.

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