Women often act as powerful multipliers of development support because of the roles they play and the choices they make

Alpha is project manager of Prosper's Sierra Leone operation

Regular savings and knowing how to spot opportunities for expansion have improved her prospects

Prosper built a solution offering practical, image-based training that helps women strengthen their informal businesses.

Working with women in disadvantaged communities in Sierra Leone and understanding the barriers to saving effectively, Prosper has developed a tailored savings bank model.

Being able to save is an essential component in moving from poverty to a more secure future, yet safe, effective methods have not been readily available to women in Sierra Leone

Hassan is one of Prosper's most experienced trainers in Sierra Leone

Generations of women failed by Sierra Leone's education system

Poor transport links create challenges to Prosper's trainers.

Nancy is one of Prosper's longest-standing trainers in Sierra Leone

Jeneba Quee learned how to thrive thanks to Prosper's image-based business training

Watta’s story shows how female relatives are often forced to look after family members, even when times are hard and they lack the...

A safe way to save and rituals at the heart of the community in Sierra Leone

2024 was a transformative year for Prosper — a year of growth, new opportunities, and significant progress. We strengthened our...

Everyone can become an entrepreneur because they already have the skills

Paying the price for a generation of disruption One of the casualties of Sierra Leone’s 11-year civil war was its education system. 1270...