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Programme update · Microfinance

Murabaha: freezers, cement and tools for six businesses

Instead of cash, six members received business assets through MASYAP’s Murabaha scheme, from deep freezers to cement and a saw for carpentry.

Programme update · Microfinance

Loans for 162 members, including young mothers

After training, MASYAP gave loans to 162 members to start or grow small businesses.

Programme update · Microfinance

132 members trained for the new microfinance cycle

As members graduated to the savings programme, new members joined and 132 were trained in business, debt and savings management.

Programme update · HIV testing & counselling

HIV testing, self-test kits and two quality visits

In November MASYAP tested men and women, distributed condoms and OraQuick self-test kits, and was assessed by district and national health teams.

Programme update · Youth groups

School fees programme: checking in with our nine students

The Projects Manager met all nine girls on the programme to review their progress and offer guidance.

Programme update · Microfinance

September 2025: 166 members trained and 150 new loans

Members from 38 support groups were trained in business and money management, and 150 received microloans.

Programme update · HIV testing & counselling

Health education for women and encouragement for girls

Nine visits covered HIV transmission, prevention and home-based care, and girls were encouraged to focus on their studies and avoid risks.

Programme update · Women’s support groups

March 2025 outreach: health education and food aid for 11 groups

MASYAP visited 11 support groups to talk about health and to bring food relief during a period of food insecurity.

Programme update · Microfinance

Microfinance follow-ups: keeping businesses going

Follow-up visits track how members use their loans and savings, identify why businesses fail and help members build resilience.

Programme update · Youth groups

Youth outreach: a safe space to talk

Youth group visits give young members a place to express themselves, share their challenges and support one another.

Programme update · Women’s support groups

Women’s outreach: managing the home well

MASYAP’s outreach teaches women how organising time, money and energy at home leads to less stress and healthier families.

Programme update · HIV testing & counselling

World AIDS Day outreach to nine support groups

MASYAP linked its December visits to World AIDS Day, talking about ending stigma and preventing HIV.