Building economies

Sambel farms six hectares of land in rural Senegal. Our Bonergie Irrigation project offers affordable financing options for solar-powered irrigation systems which enable Sambel to grow more crops and realise his ambition to irrigate more of his land.

Absa is a farmer in rural Senegal. A solar-powered irrigation pump from our Bonergie Irrigation project gives Absa more control over her production without worrying about the cost and availability of diesel, and frees up money for her children’s education.

Isata Foday runs a telecentre in Tikonko Chiefdom. By saving her money on diesel fuel, our Sierra Leone Mini-grid project enables her to better provide for her family.

Mohammed Kabba Turay is PowerGen’s Foreman for the Tikonko facility. Our Sierra Leone mini-grid project is generating jobs and opportunities in this community and across the country.

Philip V. Koroma is the Headteacher at RC Primary School, Futa Pejeh Chiefdom. Our Sierra Leone Mini-grid project is enabling children to study at night.

Haja Isata Kamara is a businesswoman in Futa Pejeh Chiefdom. Our Sierra Leone Mini-grid project enables her to keep her shop open after dark.

Venia is a smallholder farmer in Chanyanya. With access to irrigation, she can grow crops year-round, earning income to invest for the future. Our Chanyanya Irrigation project is supporting female entrepreneurs.

The late Lawrence Ligunda was an early captain of the MV Ssese, one of Kalangala Infrastructure Services’ regular ferries linking Bugala Island and the Ugandan mainland. Our KIS project is connecting people and stimulating business growth.

Miriam is a smallholder farmer in Chanyanya. Irrigation enables her to grow vegetables year-round, providing income security for her family. Our Chanyanya Irrigation project is providing peace of mind.

Isaac is an Agronomist employed by Chanyanya Smallholders Cooperative Society. He supports members’ efforts to maximise yields from the irrigated market gardens.  Our Chanyanya Irrigation project is encouraging knowledge sharing.

Monday is Chair of Chanyanya Smallholders Cooperative Society. He ensures that his fellow smallholders make effective use of irrigation.  Our Chanyanya Irrigation project is developing agricultural expertise.

Mwala is a retired deputy headteacher in Demu.  Irrigation will support her vision to provide vocational training for young people in her community. Our Chiansi Irrigation project will provide new opportunities.

Mailess is a smallholder farmer in Chanyanya. Irrigation enables her to grow and sell vegetables year-round, earning money to feed and educate her children. Our Chanyanya Irrigation project is supporting access to education.

Charles is the Chair of Demu Irrigation Cooperative Society. Irrigation will help him to realise his vision for productive and profitable farming.  Our Chiansi Irrigation project will transform farmers’ livelihoods.

Ssekiziyivu Martin, Ephraim Kisakye Kiggundu and Theresah Namutebi are part of the crew of Kalangala Infrastructure Services’ scheduled ferry service which links Bugala Island and the Ugandan mainland. Our KIS project is training local mariners.

Ssengaba Ronald manages fishing at the Kasenyi Beach landing site, Bugala Island, Uganda.  With access to reliable power, clean water and safer transport links, his business is thriving. Our KIS project is opening up markets.

Ssawuka Martin owns a welding business on Bugala Island, Uganda. With KIS power, he can afford to employ four apprentices. Our KIS project is generating local employment opportunities.

Gilbert supervises a team working on Chanyanya Infrastructure Company’s commercial farm. Irrigation has enabled him to build a career in commercial farming. Our Chanyanya Irrigation project is supporting career ambitions.

Musiime Prosper Vans is employed by Kalangala Infrastructure Services as an engineer. He oversees KIS’s multi-sector project on Bugala Island, Uganda. Our KIS project is engineering positive change.

Mr Mubita manages Chanyanya Infrastructure Company’s commercial farm. Irrigation enables him to maximise crop yields and to employ a growing workforce. Our Chanyanya Irrigation project is creating skilled employment.

Wayne is Chiansi Farming Company’s Project Manager. The company trains and employs local people in a range of farming and construction roles. Our Chiansi Irrigation project is boosting rural employment.