In a colorful ceremony held at our Kampala office, 30 women graduated from our comprehensive skills training program. The program, which ran for six months, combined practical tailoring skills with business management training.
Each graduate received a certificate, a sewing machine, and startup capital of UGX 500,000 to launch their businesses. Several graduates have already started accepting orders from their communities.
"I never thought I could own my own business," said Joyce, one of the graduates. "This program has changed my life. I can now support my children and contribute to my family's income."
The training covered pattern making, garment construction, pricing strategies, record keeping, and customer service. Mentorship will continue for the next 12 months to ensure business success.
