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Kenya: Growing Economic Resilience for Women in West Pokot and Turkana Counties
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· July 21, 2026
· 4 min read
. A Self-Help Group can be defined as a peer-led, culturally accepted mechanism to build financial independence, resilience, and mutual support. Members pool savings to provide micro-loans, share skills and provide mutual social support, providing a vital vehicle for financial inclusion and poverty
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Key takeaway Recha*, a group member, shared that since Acted started supporting their association in 2025, the situation is turning around.
Why this matters
The SHE-GROW Africa Project's focus on women in West Pokot and Turkana counties highlights the critical role economic empowerment plays in disaster resilience. In these regions, women's limited control over resources exacerbates their vulnerability to climate-related shocks. By strengthening Self-Help Groups and providing training, Acted and The Coca-Cola Foundation are addressing a key gap in economic resilience. The Kenyan government's commitment to promoting women's participation is crucial, but initiatives like SHE-GROW are essential to translating this commitment into tangible outcomes. As the project expands to 18 communities across three countries, its impact will be closely watched, particularly in terms of how it navigates the complex interplay of cultural, ecological, and economic factors that affect women's access to resources. The project's success will depend on its ability to adapt to local contexts and foster sustainable, community-led solutions that can withstand climate-related stresses.
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Category: disaster Published: July 21, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? . A Self-Help Group can be defined as a peer-led, culturally accepted mechanism to build financial independence, resilience, and mutual support. Members pool savings to provide micro-loans, share skills and provide mutual social support, providing a vital vehicle for financial inclusion and poverty
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