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Mwanajuma identified Waa as a prime location for her business due to the lack of tailoring shops. "I
saw an opportunity in Waa where there were no major tailoring shops. I decided to open my business
here," she explains. "Currently, I am building my customer base by sewing various designs at home.
My dream is to have a big shop with diverse materials and attract more customers," she says.

"I saw an opportunity in Waa where there were no
major tailoring shops. I decided to open my business here,

The Shared Futures program has had a profound
impact on Mwanajuma's life. "If it weren’t for the
training and encouragement from Madam Tumu,
I might have given up. The program helped me
understand myself, build confidence and
embrace my skills," she shares.

Mwanajuma's story is a testament to the
transformative power of the Shared Futures
program.

Through targeted training and support, the
program has enabled her to overcome
challenges, build a business,and contribute to
her community. "I am grateful to Shared Futures.
It has brought me to a place I never expected to
be. Although I haven’t achieved all my goals yet,
I am on the right path," she concludes.

Mwajuma proudly displays one of her tailored creations

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