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Microfinance's Impact on Women's Empowerment and Business Development in Nairobi: An African Perspective

Wanjiku Nduka, Department of Research, International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (ICIPE), Nairobi Paige Parker, African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) Jennifer Muthomi, African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18777398
Published: August 3, 2003

Abstract

Microfinance programmes have been implemented in Nairobi to support women entrepreneurs, aiming to enhance economic empowerment and business development. No empirical data from experiments or surveys is presented; instead, a qualitative analysis of existing literature and expert interviews provides insights into the programme outcomes. Despite initial success, ongoing challenges include limited access to capital and persistent gender biases that hinder long-term sustainability and impact. Sustainable microfinance programmes should focus on improving collateral requirements for loans and providing mentorship services to enhance business development strategies.

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Wanjiku Nduka, Paige Parker, Jennifer Muthomi (2003). Microfinance's Impact on Women's Empowerment and Business Development in Nairobi: An African Perspective. African Journal of Women in Leadership and Governance, Vol. 2003 No. 1 (2003): Volume 2003, Issue 1 (2003). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18777398

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African geographywomen's empowermentmicrofinancedevelopment strategieseconomic participationgender inequalitycommunity lending

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