Jane Ochieng, a 39-year-old farmer and single mother of three from Omia Malo Sublocation, knows what it means to struggle and to rise. For years, she faced the harsh realities of raising a family with a limited income and no stable support system. School fees were a constant worry, and even basic needs felt out of reach.
Everything changed when Jane joined the Rariw Youth Group. Through the support of the project, she was not only trained in sustainable farming practices but also received seeds to kick-start her agricultural journey. Encouraged and supported by fellow group members, Jane began cultivating her own farm and soon after, opened a small business at the Ndara Okago market.
The results have been life-changing. Today, Jane is a thriving farmer whose hard work is bearing fruit literally and figuratively. Her children are back in school, and for the first time in years, she can comfortably pay their fees and buy them the books they need. She no longer relies on handouts or struggles to make ends meet.
“Joining the group was the turning point for me. I found knowledge, support, and the confidence to start something of my own. Now I can take care of my children without worry.”
