Pakistan
Hameedan Bibi is a 47-year-old shoemaker who lives in Kasur with her husband, five daughters, and a son. Her daughters manage the household chores, while her son is seeking employment. Her husband works in the private sector, earning approximately £60 per month.
Hameedan has been crafting leather shoe uppers for seven years, demonstrating expertise in pounding, preparing, and cutting the material. She sells her finished products in bulk to shoemakers, specialising primarily in men’s shoes, and earns around £42 per month. Through experience and skill, she has built a stable business and a loyal customer base, making her enterprise a reliable source of income.
Hameedan Bibi applied for a loan to expand her business by purchasing additional leather, adhesives, and other essential materials. This investment is expected to increase profitability, allowing her to reinvest in her business and provide stronger financial support for her family in the long term.
Loan added: 6 November 2025
Hameedan's loan repayment schedule
| Date | Expected repayments | Actual repayments |
|---|---|---|
| £27.10 | ||
| £13.55 | Available | |
| £13.55 | Available | |
| £13.55 | Available | |
| £13.55 | Available | |
| £13.55 | Available | |
| £13.55 | Available |
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