Maria Ng,ona's success story:

Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) groups in Kalaza and Kaligong’o in Mzimba continues to play a vital role in improving household incomes and financial resilience among community members. Through regular savings contributions and access to small loans, members are increasingly able to invest in income-generating activities and meet their basic needs.

One inspiring example is Maria Ng’ona from Ngoka Zgambo village, who successfully earned MKW 250,000 at the end of the 2025 savings cycle through her village bank participation. She invested part of her earnings in two pigs purchased for MKW 60,000 and also bought maize seeds to expand her farming activities. Maria shared that this income has enabled her to support her family’s needs and invest in their future. Her experience demonstrates how VSLA membership is empowering community members to make sound financial decisions and improve their livelihoods.