John Bizumuremyi is from Gikongoro, Rwanda. He needs a loan of $550 Purchasing rice, sugar, juice and drinking water.
John Bizumuremyi is from Gikongoro, Rwanda. He needs a loan of $550 Purchasing rice, sugar, juice and drinking water.
John is asking for his third loan for the purpose of expanding his shop through purchasing more products.
By receiving this loan, John hopes to get more profit and with that profit, he wants to build his own house, support his family, save for the future. He is excited about helping others by creating jobs for them.
Through accessing this loan, John has a hope for a better future.
John Bizumuremyi is 28 years old, married and has owned his shop for nine years, working 15 hours a day.
Retail is a quick and scalable way to begin earning a profit. Many entrepreneurs entrepreneur begin with stalls at markets or even at home and need a loan to expand or increase their inventory. Others may be ready to open a small store. Goods purchased from loan funds range from clothing, grocery or sundry items to jewelry, candy, perfume or health and beauty supplies. Loans in the commerce sector account for around 33% of our loans.
John Bizumuremyi is from Gikongoro, Rwanda. He needs a loan of $550 Purchasing rice, sugar, juice and drinking water.
The rural community of Nyamagabe is among the most densely populated regions in Rwanda. A large percentage of residents live in poverty, struggling to survive on poor harvests. The community suffers from an acute water shortage and poor hygiene, which lead to waterborne illnesses and diseases such as malaria and worms.
The majority of homes have roofs made of iron sheets or tiles, though some are simply thatched with grass.
Many children in child-headed households live in old, collapsing shelters that do not have lockable doors or windows. The community’s 13 primary and three secondary schools suffer from high dropout rates, as many children cannot afford school fees. Families in this region are still suffering the effects of the 1990s’ genocide that left many orphans and widows in its wake.
In order to improve livelihoods and create a sustainable future for families in Nyamagabe, World Vision is providing school supplies and constructing classrooms; building homes for orphans and vulnerable children; increasing income-generating opportunities through agricultural training and assistance; constructing water tanks; and providing HIV and AIDS care and support.
John Bizumuremyi is from Gikongoro, Rwanda. He needs a loan of $550 Purchasing rice, sugar, juice and drinking water.
John has used his loan from World Vision to buy products for his store, such as bakery goods, bananas, and drinks. He was also able to buy a refrigerator to keep drinks cool and prevent food from spoiling. His family is able to eat better quality food, and people in his community are able to buy food at lower prices. The refrigerator has eliminated some earlier problems, by ensuring that his food stays fresh.
His prayer request is that his business would progress to the point where he runs a large grocery store. He hopes to be able to continue to provide for his family.
A shop owner, John used his loan to buy more products for his store. It has allowed him to expand his business. His customers are happy that he is able to sell his merchandise at a good price. The profits he has made has helped him provide better quality food for his family.
The loan has been paid in full. These funds are now available to help another worthy entrepreneur in his community. Thank you for supporting John and World Vision Micro!
