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Barosky · Berekum, Ghana

Mar 31, 2015

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Listowell · Berekum, Ghana

Mar 31, 2015

Thank you Lenders for your support, I was able to buy the cocoa seeds and nursery bags which enable me to increase the production of my cocoa seedlings. I am glad to inform in I will continue my education to the tertiary level this year because all measures has been put in place. I will do this by this by distance education and it is going to assist me continue with my business. God bless you once again.

Caroline · Nairobi, Kenya

Mar 31, 2015

Hi zidisha team,i hope n wish you are well,well from the loan you mended me is was able to buy some three types of drugs which were a challenge to me.,,thank you I was able to serve my patience effectively an accordingly,my clinic is yet micro but am hoping to expand more everyday ,I can go on a good day and make kshs.700,other day kshs.500,other kshs,200 others nil it depends with Gods favour,so far I have noted some small increment like with kshs.100 n kshs.150 n I hope to grow more,I use the increment to equip my business ,about achievement on my family is that my family members are just farmers,my neihgbourhood is just okay in the outcasts of Nairobi and people are indeed business minded and friendly comment image

Chris · Naivasha, Kenya

Mar 31, 2015

My Lender Holly, How are you?I trust you are well am fine and my business is growing by the day.I have bought seeds for spinach as there is quite some shortage and demand is high for greens,currently we have a dry spell.I also bought trays to enable me do an effective nursery before transplanting in the next 3 weeks.In about a month and half(mid may) should be selling.I am trusting to install a drip irrigation kit to enable me conserve water and ensure constant supply.the sacks by the iron sheets are having chicken manure which i will use as a fertilizer for the plants in the farm.Attached kindly find photos.NB with spinach ,a mother plant can be harvested for over 8 months with proper care. comment image

Hillary · Kisii Town, Kenya

Mar 30, 2015

I received a sum of ksh.6000 from the team and I used the money to get the business permits from the local governing authorities.This facilitated the business's smooth running as I avoided the hustle and bustle of the first three months of the year. Thumbs up guys and sincerely I thank you for your support to this far comment image

Carolyne · Kisumu, Kenya

Mar 30, 2015

So so happy the Zidisha loan has really impoved my stock for the peanut. and it also made me attend some part time classes comment image

Dwi · Tangerang, Indonesia

Mar 30, 2015

Now im embarking on an effort to make souvenirs such as pins, bross and keychains. comment image

John · Kahawa West, Kenya

Mar 29, 2015

The loan was of major benefit. Firstly, it came during the peak season of December. It enabled me to meet the high demand from my customers. I saved the extra for a rainy day. Secondly, during the low seasons of end of January, February and March, it enabled me to stay a float. I had extra cash to meet those unexpected orders. I am very glad for it.

Eunice Waithera · Mutukanio Village,njoro District, Kenya

Mar 29, 2015

I am so happy to the lenders who has made my business to grow.From the initial loan,i was able to buy 1 bale of ladies skirts from the main supplier.This has so far improved my daily sales compared to some months backs(before you funded me). I am extremely happy as i see more clients popping into my store for their favorite skirts and blouses.To my lenders,I promise my lenders that i will be submitting my loan as i pledged and on time through out my loan period.Than you and have a blessed Sunday.Thanks.

Gideon · Accra, Ghana

Mar 29, 2015

I am very happy and want to thank you all my lenders, Since I adjusted my repayment amount. I am very happy to have met Taylor Hanna who happens to be the ambassador for Ghana. She is a very nice person. When I first heard from her that we had to meet, I thought its because I haven't paid all the amount I took. But she met me and some of my invitees and she was so cool and nice to us, encouraging us in our education and trying to find out if we had problems with the organization so that she help explain to us. In fact, I cant thank you all enough. God bless you all.

Zacharia · Athi-river, Kenya

Mar 29, 2015

Attached are my latest photos at the shop. comment image

Humphrey · Gakobu Village, Kenya

Mar 29, 2015

i managed to purchase two new CPU's for the cyber, the two new CPU's have have made a great difference in that i can now serve a larger number than before with easy, without complains of slowness and hanging, thus customers are satisfied and happy, my earning have increased by 15% - 17% , i am currently saving to purchase more computer to make the number to 10 computers and renovate the place to accommodate the the number. i have managed to partner with a friend and decided to create a company that with focus no errands for the busy people working in offices or do not have the time at their disposal, it will include services like, ( bill payments, registration of business names, application of children birth certificates, shop attending for the new mothers not able to do hard work or travel etc) and plans are under way to finish the registration and commence with the new company, the holiday at the time are great as people are getting ready and preparing for the Easter holidays.

Anthony · Rongai, Nairobi, Kenya

Mar 29, 2015

Hello my lenders. I have never regreted being part of Zidisha community. What i count is an increase in my sales and last week my stock was that big that i had to relocate to a much larger stall. My customers have grown more confident in my business because they are sure to get almost every piece of clothing design they ever wanted. The increased sales have thus enabled me to own a variety of clothing designs and as we know variety is a spice of life. As i grow in Zidisha i trust that my lenders will also cultivate in me the confidence that will bring progress and success in my business. Thank you so much lenders.

Sarah · Madina, Accra, Ghana, Ghana

Mar 28, 2015

hello dear lenders, i am very happy write you this message, i have received my loan in full and i have already hit the ground running and things at the chop bar is moving on so smooth..... thank you very much for the help for my business is actually taking real shape now. thank you...

Simon · Nakuru, Kenya

Mar 28, 2015

i received my first loan of a round ksh.8034 which helped me purchase a photocopy papers, which i have used this 2-3 months. This helped me do photocopying easily,without handship,No customers went away due to lack of papers.thanks lenders and zidisha family for you help.

Ephantus · Utawala, Kenya

Mar 28, 2015

Dear lender, Am grateful i received 40000kenya shilling as i had applied ,and am proud to inform you that i was able to buy the second hand motorcycle ,and this has helped me in transporting water pump ,vibration machine and operators to various construction site at ease .it has also reduced cost of operation ,which is an increase in profit sincerely thank-you and i look forward to working with u more and more. Your sincerely Ephantus kariuki. comment image

Harun · Nakuru Racecource, Kenya

Mar 28, 2015

Hi all my lenders, am soo greatful of u all for lending me generously that has improved my business in a way dat i hav variety of the products in the cosmetic such that i do satisfy most of my customers thus increasing the magin of the business. i believe once i get another loan that i hav applied i wil b able to improve it more

Pius · Nairobi, Kenya

Mar 28, 2015

Thanks so much for everything.I have to admit that the business has been moving on well despite the normal ups and downs we always face in our businesses.I have managed to get more than ten students that takes a course in computer packages.Therefore I feel that I should raise the repayment from 400/= to 1000/=. Thanks in advance

Alice · Nairobi, Kenya

Mar 28, 2015

Hello my lenders, my loan helped me improve my sales so much and thanks a lot to all my lenders! It really made a difference in my life because most of the drugs that my customers need, they get faster.my income improved a lot and i hope my next loan will also work wonders like the one i have cleared.I hope you will still help me in my next loan am now applying.Thanks a lot in advance

Joel · Nakuru, Kenya

Mar 28, 2015

Hi lenders, once again i commit myself to you for the good work you play in promoting our (borrowers) economic welfare. this was my third loan and since i acquired it i have really achieved a lot. this can be evidenced by my consistency and timely in terms of making my installments when they fall due. I was given a loan of kshs 25000. I managed to acquire a second hand lap top but in good condition to facilitate my consultancy services. Since acquiring the lap top, i have managed to provide my consultancy service more efficiently beacause before then, i use cyber computers and this was quite inefficient. By this i have been able to make at least kshs 18, 000 a month. My services range includes, - business plan writing - Academic research project writing -Data analysis using SPSS I have managed to achieve this while working from home I am using my earnings to sustain my family of one kid i have also been saving kshs2,000 per month besides making a monthly repayment of kshs 4000. I am also glad to say that my son joined school and from the earnings i have managed to pay him school fees.

Pius · Thika, Kenya

Mar 28, 2015

Its amazing how Zidisha loan has boosted my business i have maintained constant flow of customers since i added phone accessories and the returns has been very high compared with previous months. Thank you esteemed Zidisha lenders for supporting my project. God bless you all

Mumalasi · Sabatia, Kenya

Mar 28, 2015

I am very grateful to the zidisha lenders for advancing me the sum of Kshs. 8130. Which I used to purchase a second hand amplifier for my public address system business. Coupled with my generator, I am able to increase my earnings from Kshs. 1000/= per event to Kshs. 1500/= per event. Am looking forward to a situation where I will be able to provide all public address requirements under one roof. comment image

Ida · Kikuyu, Kenya

Mar 28, 2015

Thanks for the disbursed loan. I have received it in good time. I have already purchased some new supplies and colors. Thanks alot! comment image

David · Githurai 45 Next To Mwiki, Kenya

Mar 28, 2015

Thanks Zidisha for making my dream come true by funding me to be able to start a shoe business.I bought shoes which have been greatly lied by customers including those of children, men and women.My profits are starting to increasing since the day i started.Thank you for your support.

Herman · Nairobi, Kenya

Mar 28, 2015

Thank you Zidisha i got the sum amount of 8,948. Am heading to the shop to buy a printer now. The amount you sent me last was of great help and now this will do me more things to take technology to the next level. my business is growing thanks to zidisha. am now expanding and my next step is to add computers, chairs and stationary to the business also i have an m-pesa plan. may God bless you all.

Lewishemedi · Kisii, Kenya

Mar 27, 2015

Hello team thank you team for being an inspiration to my life. My capability of transforming my business was courtesy of you. Now i Have a store for cereals where i can be able to purchase large sacks of cereals and store them well helping me to sell them on retail and be able to have enough stock for tendering to schools. I used the first loan to build a store for packing and storage. I humbly appreciate your assistance

Wiwik · Pamulang, Indonesia

Mar 27, 2015

To Zidisha (Julia,Joanna,nicole,pietje,Rainer,PDXLender,Andrew and Magnus)... I personaly want to thank you all for supported throug this strom. I can't tell you how hard I am beeing homeless with a small kids sleep in my lap trying to hold my tears wondering about how tomorrow we can continue my home renovation after the roof collaps. But with God's mercy,you guys,family and friends who supported me, now I can continue my life. I wish this storm i passed encourage me to live for a better live. Thx again. Only God who can and will bless for everything you did. My warm hug from Pamulang Wiwik comment image

Amon · Sigona, Kenya

Mar 27, 2015

Hello zidisha community, i bought pregnancy and HIV test kits which was on demand, the loan was timely to me. So far people have realized the tests are available once again. Am enjoying the changes, though little. GOD BLESS MY LENDERS.

Derrick · Nairobi, Kenya

Mar 27, 2015

Hallo! Zidisha and investors, thanks for supporting me. the loan you gave me is making a difference, now I have added a cloth-cutting machine into my work shop machinery. Thanks and may God bless you all. the machine is a long-term asset that will ensure that my production is effective. basically when i purchase the materials the first point they go to is to the cutting machine where they are cut into various designs and then it is the work of the tailors to now come up with suits that you see below. comment image

Nerbat · Nairobi, Ongata Rongai, Kenya

Mar 27, 2015

Hey Lenders, Thanks a lot for the loans you have been giving me. They have really become a blessing to my family. The loans have helped me open a milk selling business which is really doing well. It has subsidized the revenues i collect from my motorcycle business. i can now save all the income from the motorcycle as my daily family expenses are catered by the milk business. They have also employed my wife who now does in the milk shop who was initially jobless. Thanks once again. Greetings from my family. Nerbat Karani.

Jane · Mombasa, Kenya

Mar 27, 2015

Hi my lenders,i would like to thank you for your generous contribution towards my business. it has really picked and these are some of my students. comment image

Fredrick · Thika, Kenya

Mar 27, 2015

Dear lenders I am glad to inform you that your loan has been of great help to my business. I am also proud to let u know that i obtained authorization permit for distribution from County Government Authority, I have also distributed my first order of animal feeds and sacks of fertilizer to local farmers who are now preparing their lands since the rainy season has started. Thank you esteemed lenders for granting me the loan. God bless you all

Maryani · Kota Mamuju Sulawesi Barat, Indonesia

Mar 26, 2015

Dear Lender, how are you today Today as always still run a business selling vegetables, loans that I have received has been used to buy vegetables like capsicum needs large and small, red onion and garlic etc. I wish all the lenders still run well without a hitch activities and continues to find success and happiness with your beloved family. By the way, I inform you already have some friends applied for a loan from Mamunu city West Sulawesi Indonesia. Hopefully the lender can help them fund their loans. comment image

Christiana · Sunyani, Ghana

Mar 26, 2015

Dear Zidisha and Lenders, thanks for your support, the loan you gave me helps me a lot, now I have added some of the cream, powder and sprain into my shop. Thanks and may God bless you all. comment image

Dorothy Emefa · Accra, Ghana

Mar 26, 2015

For now I'm doing this with the help of my mom and brother. We have already spoken to some shop owners who are ready to take some for retail. I believe the feedback from customers will be very very positive and I know that this business will grow and create job opportunities for more people. Proceeds will be ploughed back into the business. Thanks to my lender once again......

Dorothy Emefa · Accra, Ghana

Mar 26, 2015

My pepper sauce is ready for distribution. comment image

Philip · Accra, Ghana

Mar 26, 2015

Thank you very much Zidisha. Was able to get myself a home use comb binding machine, immediately after the first three weeks on receive of my loan from Zidisha. The comb binding machine has to retain customers and gain new customers as well. Extra earnings was used to support mums trade and also purchased materials for the office, ie. Combs and egg shells. comment image

Isaac · Berekum, Ghana

Mar 26, 2015

It is umfortunate i have not been update you on the results of the last loan. it is all due to busy schedule at office. By God's grace i was able to purchased the feed and now i have healthy fowls which has increase their selling price. I really thank the lenders for supporting me with that amount. Thank you very much.

Wairimu · Nakuru Rhonda Estate, Kenya

Mar 26, 2015

Hello, it has been super cold this past few couple of days, this signifies the coming of the rains which the farmers and as a country we are ectastic about. Now people can go back to their farms for the planting season, which i must say, is a good thing for my cereals retail outlet as i depend largely on the weather conditions. good weather signifies bounty harvest, a stocked retail outlet, a happy me, and an even happier clientele. Yaaaaay, God Bless Zidisha. comment image

Godfrey · Nairobi, Kenya

Mar 26, 2015

Hello Zidisha am great-full for the loan you lend me. I have been able to upgrade my machines and now my customers enjoy using it cause it has increased its speed. These has made my small cyber cafe gain more customers than before though the machines at times customers exceed them. My great hope is that you will be able to lend me a much higher loan in order to add more machine . I am thankful for your help and I dream for more with your help. Yours sincerely Godfrey Otiende

Shadrack · Nairobi, Kenya

Mar 26, 2015

The corridor protects from excessive sunlight and wind....but the new batch will go into the net behind the main house as earlier intended... comment image

Shadrack · Nairobi, Kenya

Mar 26, 2015

Finally the rains have started to fall...hopefully it will continue...I went ahead and planted the few tomatoes that survived the scorching heat...I have another bed ready with more tomatoes and vegetables... comment image

Esther · Nakuru,kenland, Kenya

Mar 26, 2015

I am at work baking cakes that have been ordered and preparing for delivery, here are some pictures of my work, I hope lenders will support me to reach my desired Goals in my business together with my husband. comment image

Geoffrey · Eldoret, Kenya

Mar 26, 2015

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all my Lenders and the Zidisha community for the loan.I was able to purchase the purchase local (Juakali)baking machine bigger than the one i have and the ingredients, baking flour,eggs,milk and sugar for the cakes also I reserved 600 us dollars for my wife 's college ,she will be doing diploma in comprehensive crockery starting on 13.04.2015 at St. Brendan Institute here in Eldoret Town,she is the key person in our family business since most of my time I spend in employment and more so she is the one with know how of cake and mandazi production.Am pleased that our my business is doing better rate production has increase due to bigger machine , i just thought of updating you, and above all i am so grateful for the support .I will be starting my repayments these week end God bless you.

Robert · Nairobi, Kenya

Mar 26, 2015

With the loan i was given,i added a little amount of money that i had and started purchasing goods i.e rice from a wholesaler,repackage them into small affordable bags and sell them to neighbouring households.this has increased my profits and am therefore able to clear my loan and meet my other daily expenses.thankyou so much to my lender and the zidisha team for helping us.may the almighty bless you for the great job you are doing

Stephen · Malindi, Kenya

Mar 26, 2015

Thank you all for the first loan. I managed to install my cyber cafe with internet from the money i got from the first loan. The internet installation in my cyber has increase my income from approximately 300/= shillings a day to 800/= shilling a day and number of customers. The increased income i have used it to buy another computer and the remaining balance i am using it to pay part of my sisters school fees.

Kevine · Nairobi, Kenya

Mar 26, 2015

i am very thankful for the lenders. i have managed to meet the target of my customers and the profit i made on tuesday was used to pay the hospital bill for my beloved son who was very ill of anaemia, complication in breathing, thank in- advance to all zidisha team. regards wambura

Taylor Hanna · United States

Mar 26, 2015

Dear Lenders, I finally had the chance to meet Evans last weekend, about an hour outside of Accra. Evans works as a mason at a large construction company that is currently putting up a housing development just out of town. We met outside his work and caught a bus to his land. We check in with the owner of the land (Evans has put down half of the payment so far) and then set off. Prampram, the beach town where Evans lives, is quiet enough. But the village of Tsopoli is positively serene. As we walk through bushes and fields, I comment on the cool coastal air – a nice relief from Accra’s sticky heat. Evans says that’s one of the reasons he moved here from his hometown of Ashaiman, a small but important transport hub. “I wanted to feel the breeze of the land.” With his Zidisha loans, Evans has been able to put down half of the payment for his lot already. Once he purchases the land, he wants to start his own cement business. He chose this area because it is quiet and the surrounding land is family-owned (buying a plot even adjacent to government land can be a difficult process). But it is also well situated to take advantage of future development. That nearby housing project that Evans’s company is building? That’s meant to support the development of a much larger international airport. So it’s easy to see how an existing cement business could take advantage of this proximity. Evans is constantly learning. He spends his free time at the internet café, sharpening his computer skills and learning more about the internet. And he is planning to take construction classes soon to brush up on theory and supplement his practical knowledge. To relax, he enjoys listening to music – especially R&B and Country. “Country?” I asked somewhat skeptically, a Texan myself. He asks me if I know Kenny Rogers. Yep. That’s country. Evans is earnest and uncomplicated in the best of ways. His dream is to open his business, live quietly, and be a good husband and father. I know he is incredibly grateful for the support he has gotten from Zidisha in pursuing that dream. And he looks forward to continuing to work with lenders and build his business. Thank you, Taylor Ghana Country Ambassador Zidisha Pictured: Evans on his land and a tree that I particularly admired.

Peter · Nairobi, Kenya

Mar 26, 2015

My first zidisha loan assisted to buy four sheep, which I sold at a profit after rearing them for a period of 3 months. I used the money to pay for my accommodation in college and assisted my younger brother to raise his school fee

Danson · Gilgil, Kenya

Mar 26, 2015

this far i have made it,i thank all those who participated in funding for my loan,i am very grateful since i could not have achieved this were it not for them,i have since opened a spare part selling section at my place of work and it its doing great ,i have since my profit grow to a margin i couldn't imagine,the increased earning have seen me finish paying the loan before time and hoping for a higher loan so that i can invest further into computer business,with this first profit i was able to clear all arrears in school fees for my daughter and opened up a small grocery store and doing great too comment image

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