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Building pathways from survival to self-reliance.
Ubuntu Trust expands opportunity by increasing access to finance, supporting high-impact businesses, and building the skills communities need to thrive.
The people we serve are brimming with potential — and facing serious risk.
Smallholder Farmers
75% of clients are in poverty. Around the world depend on agriculture and informal commerce for their survival.
Families on the Margins
Women are disproportionately affected by poverty, yet frequently bear the burden of sustaining their families.
Micro-businesses
90% of our clients face income through selling goods or providing services, often without access to capital.
Our clients strive to make progress in three critical areas of their lives.
Deep personal relationships give us a unique insight into people's real needs.
Our sustainable solutions help people build their own pathway out of poverty.
We have a track record of listening, learning, and delivering.
Financial Inclusion
Many individuals and entrepreneurs lack access to formal banking services. Ubuntu Trust brings financial services closer to communities through village banking, agency banking, and mobile money services.
Learn MoreInvestment Support
Investing in community enterprises that help marginalized people thrive.
Learn MoreEconomic Empowerment
We support small businesses, traders, and entrepreneurs by providing access to financial services, business opportunities, and affordable products through initiatives like Best Price Duka.
Learn MoreWe believe it is possible to eradicate poverty in our lifetime.
Learn how we are driving a revolution in rethinking how to solve global poverty.
Best Price Duka
Affordable wholesale retail serving community entrepreneurs with quality goods at fair prices.
Learn MoreUbuntu Village Banking
Community savings and lending groups that build financial security from the ground up.
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