After receiving the loans, Estella’s eatery and grocery store became more profitable.
With the help of two versatile assistants, Estella has been managing her eatery business for almost six years, preparing up to 20 dishes daily and serving customers from 4:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Through the support of the loan she received […]
Abla now earns a better living through her hot food business.
A member of CAF Progrès, Abla sells cooked foods (rice, beans, macaroni, and others) in front of her home. Every day, she prepares and sells these foods. This business allows her to generate a steady income while meeting her customers’ dietary […]
Leonida has continues to supply fellow vegetable vendors, increasing her stock thanks to the loan.
Leonida continues to operate her vegetable and spice business successfully. She remains an active supplier to fellow vegetable vendors while also selling directly to retail and wholesale customers. Her business continues to grow steadily […]
Specialising in the sale of general food products, Tilalo plans to expand her business further.
A mother of two children and a member of the CAF EZANSSIME group, Tilalo sells various general grocery products from a stall inside her local market. This business allows her to provide for her children, particularly when it comes to their school […]
With the help of the loan, Leonora was able to expand the range at her butchers.
For 31 years, Leonora has managed her butchers stall inside the public market. She displays a variety of fresh meat cuts and frozen products, operating daily from 5:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. She provides excellent customer service to maintain strong […]
Vilma continues to work hard in her dry goods store, which remains well-stocked and operational.
Vilma’s dry goods store has been operating for 11 years. She sells a variety of products, including kitchenware such as plates, spoons, forks, kettles, and cooking pots, as well as household items like hangers, buckets, basins, and other […]
Merry Chris restocked her shop with a variety of motor spare parts using the loan she acquired.
It has been three years since Merry Chris and her husband established their motor parts and repair shop business. Their business continues to thrive with the help of one regular mechanic, and they hire an additional mechanic during weekends […]
Delia's vegetable and grocery stall continues to grow with the support of the loan she received.
During my recent visit to her stall, I observed that the business was operating smoothly and that the shelves were well-stocked with a diverse selection of products. Delia expressed her sincere gratitude for the financial support she has received […]
Saima's paper bag business creates new opportunities for her family.
For Saima Bibi, a small business has become an important way of supporting her family while contributing to her local community. Living in Kasur, she runs a paper bag enterprise that supplies eco-friendly packaging to nearby grocery shops. […]
Faryad builds a brighter future through self-employment.
For Faryad Ali, self-employment has provided a pathway to greater independence and financial security. Living in Lahore with his family, he works as a plumber, offering services such as pipe installation, sanitary fixture fitting and water system […]
Jamila's embroidery talents help her to grow her income.
Jamila Bibi earns her livelihood through a craft that she has spent years mastering. Living in Kasur with her husband and children, she specialises in Salma Sitara embroidery, a traditional technique that embellishes garments with delicate stars […]
Imran Idrees has moved from workshop employee to proud business owner.
Skilled craftsmanship has always been at the heart of Imran's livelihood. Living in Lahore with his wife and children, he has extensive experience operating lathe machines and manufacturing iron-moulded spare parts. Over the years, he developed […]
A stronger business provides a more secure future for Iqrar's family.
Iqrar Arshad's retail store is an important source of income for his family and a valuable service for his local community. Based in Lahore, he runs a well-stocked shop offering everyday essentials, including flour, oil, ghee, pulses, milk and […]
Amjad Ali is growing his greengrocer business to support his family.
Running a greengrocery business provides Amjad Ali with a livelihood and a way to serve his local community. Living in Lahore with his family, he sells a variety of fresh vegetables from his market stall, taking pride in providing quality produce […]
Robina turns her creativity into a flourishing family business.
For Robina Kousar, creativity has become the foundation of a growing family business. Living in Lahore with her husband and children, she has spent many years crafting artificial flower necklaces, carefully designing and assembling lifelike […]