Reseau Culturel Sangwa support different initiatives on businesses for women survivors of water disasters in Rubavu

Réseau Culturel Sangwa (RCS), in partnership with and with the financial support of the Melania Foundation, implemented livelihood recovery initiatives for women survivors of water-related disasters in Rubavu District.

In 2023, Rwanda experienced severe water disasters in several districts, including Rubavu, resulting in the destruction of property and loss of livelihoods. Many families were left in vulnerable situations, struggling to restore their daily means of survival. Recognizing the central role of women as primary caregivers and economic pillars of households, Réseau Culturel Sangwa  prioritized support to affected women.

Through this intervention, women beneficiaries received start-up capital to initiate small-scale businesses such as fruit and legume trading. In addition, they were provided with agricultural tools (hoes) to support agri-based activities, including kitchen gardening (uturima tw’igikoni), enabling them to generate income during their free time.

With the support of the Melania Foundation, these women have strengthened their economic resilience and taken important steps toward sustainable recovery and self-reliance.

With the financial support of:
👉 Melania Foundation