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By Annonciata Byukusenge
Over the past 6 years, the Green Gicumbi Project has significantly contributed to promoting climate-resilient agriculture, building terraces to fight erosion, and boosting yields. This enhanced the livelihoods of residents across 9 sectors of the Gicumbi district.
Empowering Change Through Financial Knowledge
The initiative trained 632 individuals, 58% of them women and 175 youth, in key financial skills. Participants formed 17 savings groups, opened 467 new bank accounts, and launched small businesses ranging from pig farming to food processing. Many participants had previously been excluded from the formal financial system.
“Before the training, I didn’t know how to save or plan for my financial future. Now, I not only save but also run my own business,” said Sandrine Tuyizere, a member of Indatwa Saving Group from Cyumba Sector. “I hope this project continues to support more people like me.”
“This project completely changed my approach to money. Now, I not only save but also invest,” added Jean Marie Vianney Ngendabanga, a member of the Twitezimbere Savings Group in Muhamba.
The program also supported participants to increase their savings from as little as 500 RWF/month to over 6,000 RWF/month, unlocking capital for local enterprise and family resilience. Financial Literacy Boosts Climate Resilience in Gicumbi as 600 Graduate Under Green Gicumbi Project
