
Shy smile, calm demeanor — Alexander Opiyo’s warm personality carefully masks the hurdles he has had to overcome to provide for himself and support his aging parents, especially for a young man barely in his twenties. “I used to go around providing casual labor for very little pay. Weeding gardens, carrying farm produce, and things

Founder and director of Budongo Women in Enterprise, Annet Birungi is a shining example of how one woman’s vision, paired with the right support, can transform not only her life but the livelihoods of rural women in her community. Annet’s journey into beekeeping began in 2014. Initially, she had a modest goal—producing honey for her

– The Story of Daphbees Ltd Daphbees Ltd, founded by 23 years old Ampaire Daphine, is a pioneering social innovation enterprise dedicated to empowering young individuals through beekeeping initiatives. The company focuses on fostering opportunities for youth engagement and entrepreneurship in the apiculture industry. Through comprehensive training programs, market access facilitation, and the provision of