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Sponsor the Ugandan Cohort.
Get to know the Pearl of Africa and support entrepreneurs that are making sustainable impact in their communities.
Get To Know the Pearl of Africa
Uganda is a beautiful country in East Africa with exotic wildlife and diverse landscapes. We are thrilled to be working alongside some magnetic entrepreneurs in the city of Jinja, the home of the Source of the Nile River and a major tourist stop for thousands of visitors each year.
Population
Around 42 Million people live in Uganda, with over 50 languages spoken across the country.
Economy
According to the World Bank, the percentage of the population living with less than $1.90 (2011 PPP) a day declined from 53.2 percent in 2006 to 34.6 percent in 2013.
Wildlife Diversity
Uganda is home to the famous endangered mountain gorillas and over 1,000 bird species.
Local Solutions From local Leaders
We believe in investing in national voices who will make the most effective and sustainable impact in the communities where they live and work.
MEET THE COHORT
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Tom | Jinja, Uganda
Tom is looking to start a laundry business in his community of the Busoga Region of Uganda.
Through sponsorship, Tom will receive 10 months of intensive business coaching, personal support, and start-up funding.
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Sam | Jinja, Uganda
Sam is looking to start a chicken egg hatchery community poultry farm called Raise A Chic Africa (RACA).
Through sponsorship, Sam will receive 10 months of intensive business coaching, personal support, and start-up funding.
![DBYIE5673[1] - Esther Nalubanga.JPG](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1d3ff8_c7c91d622f484190838586c6ff9bb45c~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_347,h_332,al_c,lg_1,q_80,enc_auto/DBYIE5673%5B1%5D%20-%20Esther%20Nalubanga_JPG.jpg)
Esther | Jijna, Uganda
Esther is looking to start a restaurant that provides job opportunities for young people in her community.
Through sponsorship, Esther will receive 10 months of intensive business coaching, personal support, and start-up funding.
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Paul | Jijna, Uganda
Paul is looking to start a school that provides quality education, skills, and spiritual growth.
Through sponsorship, Paul will receive 10 months of intensive business coaching, personal support, and start-up funding.
Hezron | Jijna, Uganda
Hezron is looking to start a motor vehicle service and repair workshop for his community.
Through sponsorship, Hezron will receive 10 months of intensive business coaching, personal support, and start-up funding.
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George | Jijna, Uganda
George, a professional in agriculture, is looking to start an agribusiness with a focus in piggery.
Through sponsorship, George will receive 10 months of intensive business coaching, personal support, and start-up funding.
Irene | Jijna, Uganda
Irene is looking to provide proper housing for her community through apartment rentals with a daycare center attached.
Through sponsorship, George will receive 10 months of intensive business coaching, personal support, and start-up funding.
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Ivan | Jijna, Uganda
Ivan is looking to start a stationary and bookshop business.
Through sponsorship, Ivan will receive 10 months of intensive business coaching, personal support, and start-up funding.
![IMG_1435[1] - Mirembe Irene.JPG](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1d3ff8_224a4728243f489eb0cab31e4fb57b3a~mv2.jpg/v1/crop/x_0,y_181,w_3024,h_2860/fill/w_351,h_332,al_c,q_80,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_auto/IMG_1435%5B1%5D%20-%20Mirembe%20Irene_JPG.jpg)
Irene | Jijna, Uganda
Irene, a kindergarten teacher of 15+ years, is looking to start a kindergarten school around the areas of Njeru or Nile.
Through sponsorship, Irene will receive 10 months of intensive business coaching, personal support, and start-up funding.
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"I needed voices and experience of people I trust to help me navigate turning my vision into a thoughtful, ethical work. Kindred Exchange came alongside me with tools, knowledge, and empowerment, creating the momentum needed to establish my nonprofit that is now active in Uganda."
- Lori Manry, Founder of Dwell Uganda
The Curriculum
Purpose Exploration & Mission Modeling
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Intensive Business Training & Modeling
Planning for Sustained Impact
Financial Management & Reporting
Brand & Marketing Development
