MOMBASA COUNTY INTRODUCES RIBA-FREE STAWISHA FUND TO EMPOWER SMALL TRADERS

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The County Government of Mombasa has launched the Stawisha Revolving Fund , a new financing initiative aimed at empowering small traders and micro-business owners across the county through riba-free, interest-free loans . The programme seeks to provide an alternative source of affordable business capital for residents who want to start, expand or strengthen their small businesses without taking conventional interest-bearing loans. Biashara Mtaani Loan Offers Up to KSh 15,000 The first phase of the Mombasa County Revolving Fund is the Biashara Mtaani programme. Under this phase, eligible applicants can access an interest-free loan of between KSh 8,000 and KSh 15,000 to support their micro-business activities. The financing is intended to benefit a wide range of small-scale traders, including young people, women, marginalised communities and other eligible micro-business operators . Among the businesses targeted include: Mama Karanga and roasted groundnut sellers ...

POLITICS | LAKI JUMA RASHID: “PUNGUZA NJAA” AND A COMMITMENT TO SERVING THE JOMVU COMMUNITY



In every community, there are individuals who choose to dedicate their time and resources to supporting people facing difficult circumstances. In Jomvu, one of the names increasingly associated with community support initiatives is Laki Juma Rashid, popularly known as “Punguza Njaa.”

Laki Juma Rashid is an aspirant for the position of Member of Parliament for Jomvu Constituency in the 2027 General Election, seeking to contest through NEDP, a political party under the leadership of Mike Sonko.


A VOICE FOR THE VULNERABLE

According to information shared about his community activities, Laki Juma has focused his efforts on supporting vulnerable members of society, particularly widows, children, orphans and families facing economic hardship.

His nickname, “Punguza Njaa,” is closely associated with his efforts to address food insecurity and provide assistance to families experiencing difficult circumstances.


SUPPORTING CHILDREN AND EDUCATION


One of the areas where Laki Juma is reported to have invested his efforts is education for children from disadvantaged families.

He supports children by helping them access school, with the belief that education remains one of the most important tools for creating opportunities and improving the future of young people.

For families struggling financially, school fees, uniforms, learning materials and daily meals can become significant barriers to education. Support in these areas can make a meaningful difference in a child's ability to remain in school.


FEEDING VULNERABLE FAMILIES AND ORPHANS


Food assistance is another major part of the community work associated with Laki Juma.

According to the information provided, he supports more than 100 vulnerable people every day with three meals — breakfast, lunch and dinner. The initiative is said to benefit poor families and orphans who may otherwise struggle to access adequate food.

Beyond providing a meal, such initiatives can offer dignity, hope and a sense of community to people going through challenging times.

SUPPORTING WIDOWS AND ORPHANS

Laki Juma is also described as someone who extends assistance to widows and orphans, two groups that can face significant social and economic challenges.

His approach is based on the idea that vulnerable members of society should not be forgotten and that those who are in a position to help have a responsibility to support others.

A VISION FOCUSED ON THE PEOPLE OF JOMVU

At the centre of Laki Juma's stated mission is a desire to support the residents of Jomvu.

His community activities focus on practical issues affecting ordinary families — food, education, children's welfare and support for people experiencing hardship.

As the 2027 General Election approaches, Laki Juma Rashid's journey as an aspirant for the Jomvu MP seat will continue to attract attention, particularly around his community initiatives and his vision for the constituency.



“PUNGUZA NJAA” — MORE THAN A NICKNAME

The name “Punguza Njaa” carries a simple but powerful message: reducing hunger and helping families facing food insecurity.

For Laki Juma Rashid, community service is presented as an opportunity to stand with people who need support and contribute towards improving their quality of life.

Whether through helping children access education, supporting widows and orphans, or providing meals to vulnerable families, his community-focused activities have become an important part of the story surrounding his public life in Jomvu.

Laki Juma Rashid — popularly known as “Punguza Njaa” — is seeking to build his public profile around service, compassion and support for vulnerable members of the Jomvu community.

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