Ivoline
A single mother, Ivoline turned startup support into a thriving retail business for her family.
Age: 29
From: Lasi Village, Nkambe
Current Location: Bamenda
Program Type: Micro-Enterprise Startup Support
Ivoline Cheche is a 29-year-old single mother committed to creating stability for her family. She shares a single room in a friend’s home with her 12-year-old daughter and her elderly mother.
With limited employment opportunities and significant financial pressure, Ivoline sought support to launch a small “petit business”; a modest retail venture that could generate consistent daily income.
📈 From Request to Reality
After receiving startup capital from the organization, Ivoline successfully launched her business. The funds allowed her to:
Purchase initial inventory
Establish her small retail operation
Begin generating steady daily income
Start reinvesting in her stock
Today, she is successfully running her business, providing for her daughter and mother with greater stability and confidence.
🌱 Measurable Impact
Through targeted support, Ivoline has been able to:
✔ Transition from financial vulnerability to income generation✔ Support three generations within her household✔ Reduce reliance on unstable living arrangements✔ Build gradual financial independence
Her journey reflects the power of micro-enterprise funding, turning determination into sustainable livelihood.
Ivoline’s success stands as another example of how modest investments create meaningful and lasting change.
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