The story of Paul Banda is a true testament to determination and the power of financial support in transforming lives in Sinda District, Zambia. Starting with just K15,000 in Milanzi compound, Paul dreamed of growing his business and moving to the bustling Sinda Main Market/Town—the commercial heartbeat of the area. His breakthrough came through a …
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From small beginnings to big impact – Stellia Miti My name is Stellia Miti, and I run a maize bran (Gaga) business in Sinda District. I started this venture after seeing how difficult it was for farmers with livestock to access maize bran. Determined to fill that gap, I began ordering and supplying it — …
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My name is Benard Mwale, and I come from Mwalilia in Luangwa District under Chief Mburuma. I am a businessman, and my main business is trading goats. I started back in 2004 with only K180. That money was supposed to be part of my school fees, but since it wasn’t enough to cover the balance, …
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When UMINO expanded its operations into Petauke District, the team carried out assessment visits to understand the needs of local traders. During one such visit, they met Manase Mwale, a hardworking trader at the heart of Petauke Market, known for selling assorted Ndiyo food items and essential commodities. Manase shared her desire to access financial …
In the fertile fields of Lumezi District, a quiet transformation is taking root—led by Redson Nkoswe and his brothers, a dynamic team of young agripreneurs who have turned their family dream into a thriving agribusiness. Together, they supply fresh vegetables, fruits, groundnuts, and maize to local markets, earning a reputation for quality, consistency, and entrepreneurial …
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At the bustling Katete Main Market, Bertha Mulube has carved out a name for herself as a dynamic fashion entrepreneur. Her stall is more than just a place to shop it’s a destination for stylish clothing, accessories, and lifestyle pieces that reflect both creativity and individuality. Bertha’s eye for unique designs and her commitment to …
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In 2021, Kelvin Banda took a bold step towards transforming his livelihood. With a loan of K10,000 from UMINO Micro-finance, he purchased sunflower seeds to produce cooking oil. This was the beginning of a transformative journey that would elevate Kelvin from a small-scale entrepreneur to a thriving business owner, creating jobs and changing his socio-economic …
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“The story of how i grew my business from mobile money services to a fully stocked grocery shop and poultry cannot be complete if i do not mention UMINO. My name is Emmanuel Mbale from Lundazi town and i am proud to share my story.” I heard about UMINO in 2022 when they opened the …
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My name is Simon Mumba and i am currently operating my business at the Luangwa bridge. I started selling fish in 2008. For a very long time my business was not growing due to limited capital to expand the business. In 2019 when UMINO Luangwa branch was opened, i applied for a loan of K5,000 …