Kyamuhunga People’s SACCO: 25 Years of Transforming Western Uganda Communities
Communities in Western Uganda are celebrating a significant milestone as the Kyamuhunga People’s SACCO (KYAPS) marks its 25th anniversary. Over the past quarter-century, KYAPS has played a pivotal role in uplifting the region’s economy by providing affordable loans that have enabled members to start small businesses, improve household incomes, and transform their lives. At the silver jubilee celebration, held with much fanfare, Paul Kahigi, the SACCO’s Chairperson, highlighted the organization's impact on the youth. “We have seen a tremendous shift in the lives of our young people, especially through the Bodaboda loan scheme,” Kahigi shared. “These loans have not only provided employment for the youth but have also empowered them to support their families. Many are now able to pay school fees for their children, something that was previously a struggle,” he added. Among those benefiting from the SACCO’s support […]