The AFED Economic Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the Ismat Kassam Women Empowerment Program (IKWEP), KSIJ Dar Economic Empowerment Committee (EEC), and the Social Service Committee (SSC), has embarked on a groundbreaking initiative aimed at empowering and uplifting women entrepreneurs. Through this initiative, they successfully concluded a 7-day intensive business workshop from 30th August to 7th September 2024 at the AFED Training Centre, AFED Tower in Dar es Salaam. The goal of the project is to foster entrepreneurial skills and promote sustainable business practices, equipping participants with the tools and knowledge to launch and manage their own businesses, contributing to the broader mission of economic empowerment and self-sufficiency within the community.
This impactful workshop, funded by the Ismat Kassam Women Empowerment Program, attracted 11 enthusiastic participants who underwent a rigorous training modules:
1) How to Generate Your Business (GYB) and
2) How to Start Your Business (SYB)
The training was conducted by a team of ILO-certified trainers, including Mehjabeen Khaki, Shazmeen Pirbhai, Sakina Khimani, and Killian Nango. The workshop was overseen by ILO Master Trainers Mackdonald Lanzi and Elieza Mussa, whose vigilant supervision ensured the highest standards of training excellence.
The workshop was further enriched by the presence of distinguished guest speakers:
- Sr. Zainab Raza, Co-founder of Shona a bag and accessories brand that combines African prints and Maasai beadwork to create durable, functional, and elegant products for the modern African. sustainable creative businesses.
- Sr. Fatema Juma, Founder of Bake and Scoop an innovative startup that offers affordable, ready-to-eat gelato sundaes, making it easier for the working class to indulge in a refreshing treat without compromising on the taste or quality.
- Sr. Kaniz Ladha, a member of the AFED EDB, offered an in-depth session on the financial management aspects of running a successful business, equipping participants with the knowledge to navigate complex financial landscapes.
The closing Ceremony was graced by the Vice Chairman of the Africa Federation, Aunali Bhai Khalfan, who extended appreciation to Ismat Kassam Women Empowerment Program, the AFED EDB, and the KSIJ Dar EEC for the initiative and applauding the participants for their dedication, and highlighted the critical role that entrepreneurship plays in driving economic empowerment, particularly for women, toward securing a prosperous future for themselves and their families.
He further emphasized the value of collaboration, thanking the International Labour Organization (ILO) for their technical expertise and praised Ismat Bai Khimji, Mehjabeen Bai Khaki, Shazmeen Bai Pirbhai, and Sakina Bai Khimani for their invaluable contributions as organizers.
The Vice Chairman of Africa Federation, Alhaj Aunali Khalfan, the Vice Chairman of the EDB Board, Br. Mazahir Dewji graced the occasion, alongside other EDB member Kaniz Bai Ladha and workshop trainers.
In a momentous conclusion to the workshop, each participant who successfully completed the training was awarded a certificate of completion.
The AFED Economic Development Board (EDB) is proud of the remarkable success of this initiative. We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the ILO Master Trainers and trainers for their invaluable contributions to this workshop. Our heartfelt thanks also go to the participants, whose dedication and commitment were key to making this event impactful.
We are especially thankful to the esteemed guest speakers for sharing their valuable knowledge and experiences, and also to Sr. Ismat Kassam of Women Empowerment for their unwavering support throughout. Finally, we would like to acknowledge Dar-es-Salaam Jamaat sub-committees (EEC & SSC), the organizing team and the Africa Federation for their continuous support in making this initiative a success.
We look forward to further collaborations that will continue to uplift and empower our community.
SECRETARIAT
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BOARD.
5th October 2024
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