AEC 2021 Impact Report
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Advisory from AEC and interest-free bank loans – A partnership approach for growth

Advisory from AEC and interest-free bank loans – A partnership approach for growth

by AEC Admin | Apr 16, 2021 | Uncategorized

“I dream to see my business grow. This support from BK and AEC allowed me to get closer to my dreams, even when I thought that COVID-19 had shut all the hope there was.”- Roselyne Roselyne Hategekimana fingers are often red – slightly stained from the flour,...
Culturally relevant financial products create new access for Muslim entrepreneurs

Culturally relevant financial products create new access for Muslim entrepreneurs

by AEC Admin | Apr 16, 2021 | Uncategorized

“The Islamic banking product from AEC was in line with my faith as a Muslim and has significantly improved my business,” – Hawo No longer do refugee clients – already at the edge of financial inclusion – need to choose between their faith and their...
African textiles for local clothes and decoration, and exporting to a global market

African textiles for local clothes and decoration, and exporting to a global market

by AEC Admin | Apr 16, 2021 | Uncategorized

“The loan will add tremendous value to my business and my life. It will allow me to support not only my family in Rwanda, but also those members who have been resettled in the US and who struggle to make ends meet there.” – Esperance Esperance Mazayire, a Congolese...
Refugee entrepreneurs used AEC COVID-19 relief grants as a community lifeline

Refugee entrepreneurs used AEC COVID-19 relief grants as a community lifeline

by AEC Admin | Apr 16, 2021 | Uncategorized

“I am most happy when I make a difference in my community.” – Abdulkadir As a Sudanese refugee living in Northern Kenya, Abdulkadir Isaack Hessen lost his entire family to the Darfur war.  When he came to the Kakuma camp, he opened a small grocery store, only to...
Young entrepreneurs in the tourism and hospitality industry push beyond COVID-19 limitations

Young entrepreneurs in the tourism and hospitality industry push beyond COVID-19 limitations

by AEC Admin | Apr 16, 2021 | Uncategorized

“I have learned so much about financial management and tax compliance that I did not know, but needed for my business to survive.” – David Siloé Café Bistro offers a diverse range of food and drinks accompanied by a lively atmosphere. Owner David Catherin has a...
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