Djomine, the featured borrower, is pictured in the centre of the photo with her hands in the peanuts. She is a Malian widow and mother of five children, two of whom currently attend school.
For 15 years, Djomine has earned a living running a small business selling peanuts. She purchases her stock in the local markets, then resells them in the same markets. Thanks to the profits from her sales, she is able to support her children’s daily needs.
Djomine sometimes struggles during times of slow sales. A creditworthy borrower, she partners with RMCR in order to fund large purchases of peanuts to sell. She hopes this loan will allow her to further grow her business.
In this group: Salimata Baba, Mayama, Kotimi, Aïssata, Djomine, Sali Dramane, Minata, Satou, Kadiatou, Sitan, Salimata Madou, Fatoumata, Djeneba, Karia, Kadiatou, Bintou*, Nene
*not pictured
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Translated from French by Kiva volunteer Willow King View original language description