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Tuck shop business

John DoeJ
EntrepreneurJohnLocationMigori, Kenya
Project status
100%funded
$193raised
100%paid forward

I began my academic journey as a young boy, culminating in the completion of my KCPE in 2007 with a commendable B+ grade. Despite this achievement, financial constraints delayed my entry into secondary school. After two challenging years, I finally enrolled and completed my KCSE in 2013. Tragically, during this period, I lost my mother, who had been supporting my secondary education through her small business. Determined to continue my studies, I persevered and secured admission to Kenyatta University. Initially, I relied on bursaries and part-time self-employment to finance my education. However, when the bursaries ceased, I transitioned to full-time entrepreneurship to sustain my academic pursuits. Today, I successfully balance my business endeavors while financing my education through a school-based program. With unwavering dedication, I am on track to graduate with a degree program within a year. Despite the challenges and setbacks along the way, I am immensely proud of my journey and deeply grateful to Zidisha for empowering me to turn my aspirations into reality.

My first training was on videography at Abedys Media Studios. After mastering the art of camera work, I decided to embark on a new adventure. Transitioning from capturing moments at events to running a tuck shop felt like a natural progression. Now, I spend my days serving customers with a smile, offering them a variety of snacks, drinks, and essentials. While my focus has shifted from the lens to the counter, my passion for entrepreneurship and providing for others remains as strong as ever.

I started a tuckshop at a busy place within my town, I am looking forward for kind financies to help support me to invest in fast shop products for my tuckshop. Having understood the niche in my environment, I am planning to invest in both welding and furniture accessories that are the major products that the customers around me consume.

Kindly help me get the finance so that I continue running this business. I promise to keep my payment schedule as I habe always done and to also help contribute back to other Zidisha family when able to. Looking forward to your kind contributions, regards.