Meet Grace Wambui, a 40-year-old lady from Loitoktok who has always dreamed of running a successful poultry business. A hardworking and determined woman, she had one main challenge: the high cost of electricity for powering her egg incubator. Despite this, she held onto her dream, demonstrating her resilience and relentless spirit.
In pursuit of her dream, Grace ventured into the world of poultry farming. She started with a few hens and an electricity-powered incubator for hatching eggs. However, the cost of electricity was a significant setback. She needed more than 2000 KSH worth of electric tokens every month to keep her incubator running. As a result, she struggled to make ends meet, but her determination remained unbroken.
Discovering the Wezesha Training
While seeking solutions, Grace came across the Wezesha training program, funded by Safaricom Foundation and GIZ Endev and implemented by Africa Instore Solutions. Intrigued by the opportunity to learn and improve her business operations, she decided to attend the training.
The Wezesha training turned out to be a game-changer for Grace. It exposed her to new technologies and innovative solutions in poultry farming. More importantly, it introduced her to an efficient and cost-effective alternative to her electric incubator – the solar-powered incubator.
“Learning about solar-powered solutions at Wezesha was like finding a ray of sunlight in my darkest hour,” Grace recalls smilingly. “I felt hopeful and determined to change my circumstances.”
A solar-powered incubator uses energy from the sun to operate, eliminating the need for electricity and significantly reducing operating costs. Grace was quick to see its advantages and decided to purchase a 128-egg solar-powered incubator.
The transition was transformative. “The solar-powered incubator is a blessing,” Grace shares. “It has drastically cut down my expenses while improving my output. My poultry business is finally taking off, thanks to the Wezesha training and the solar-powered incubator.”
Grace’s success story
Today, Grace’s poultry business is booming. She is finally living her dream, and she couldn’t be happier. “I am incredibly proud of what I have achieved. It’s a testament that dreams can come true with hard work, determination, and the right knowledge,” she says.
Her success story serves as an inspiration to many. It’s a classic example of how embracing technology and continuous learning can turn a struggling enterprise into a thriving business.
With the success of her poultry business, Grace plans to expand. “I’m excited to purchase a bigger solar-powered incubator,” she reveals. “This will allow me to increase my production and grow my business further.”
Grace also has a word of advice for other entrepreneurs facing similar challenges. “Facing challenges in your entrepreneurial journey is inevitable. But remember, every problem has a solution. Don’t be afraid to seek help, learn new things, and embrace technology.”
Conclusion
Grace Wambui’s success story is a powerful reminder of the power of determination, the value of continuous learning, and the transformative potential of technology. Her journey from struggling with high electricity costs to running a thriving poultry business using a solar-powered incubator is inspiring.
In her story, we see that dreams can come true, especially when coupled with hard work, resilience, and the willingness to learn and adapt. Grace’s journey serves as a beacon of hope for all entrepreneurs facing challenges. Indeed, success is within reach with the right resources and relentless determination.