In the Top-Town area of Barbara, Kasoa, Ghana, Edith Edinam Dordzi lived with her husband, Cyril, and their two children. Their family of four struggled with extreme poverty. Putting food on the table three times a day was nearly impossible; some days they ate, while other nights they went to bed hungry. Cyril was the bread winner of the family, earned quite low income from driving a rented car. Therefore, his earnings were insufficient to meet even their basic needs.
Edith, a devoted mother, could not bear to see this and knew that continuing like this would not secure a better future for her children. She often wondered, “How can I help my family? How can I ensure a safe and prosperous future for them?” Her thoughts revolved around providing her children with a good education, proper clothing, and a happy, secure life.
One day, she noticed that there were no good clothing shops in her village or the surrounding areas. The demand for quality clothing was high, and the business environment seemed promising. With this idea in her mind, she discussed it with her husband and, with his approval, borrowed some money to rent a small shop. However, a new challenge arose: they lacked the capital to purchase the clothing inventory. On one hand, the family was struggling to make ends meet, and on the other, they needed funds to start the business. Edith found herself deeply worrisome situation.
In this difficult situation, a neighbor told her about Ambala International’s Kasoa Branch. Seeing this as an opportunity, Edith gathered her courage and, on August 20, 2024, joined the Top-Town Female Group under Ambala International’s Kasoa branch. After completing all the necessary procedures, she became a member. On August 24, 2024, she took a loan of 4,000 cedis and used the money to stock her shop with men’s and women’s clothing.
Soon, people from the neighborhood began flocking to her shop. A well-stocked and affordable clothing store was a blessing for the community. Thanks to the quality and variety of her products, Edith’s shop quickly gained popularity. Her hard work and courage began to pay off, and her fortunes started to change. Today, she has been able to enroll her two children in a good English-medium school and has even started saving some money.
Looking ahead, Edith has ambitious visions to expand her business. She aims to import clothes from Togo, a neighboring country, to diversify her inventory and grow her business further. She plans to repay her current loan and take another one from Ambala International’s Kasoa branch to bring her vision to life.
Edith Edinam Dordzi says, “Ambala International helped me with a loan during my time of need. Their support has brought me this far. They have changed my life, and I am grateful for where I am today.“
Her story is a testament to the fact that even in the most challenging times, the right support and unwavering determination can transform a person’s life. Edith’s journey from poverty to self-reliance inspires hope and proves that with courage and opportunity, anything is possible.
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