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From Grief to Growth: How Siaya and Ugenya Widows Are Rebuilding Their Lives

  • Gnamu Widows and Kakumu Widows groups in North Seme Ward, Seme Constituency, are embracing economic self-sufficiency.
  • Siaya Blessed Widows group in Siaya Township Ward is receiving essential support for growth and self-reliance.
  • The Widows Empowerment Program equips women with financial aid, skills, and resources for stability.
  • At 50, Gorety Juma Okoth from Kasiger Village, Ugenya, has received a new home through the program, offering her and her children renewed hope.
  • The initiative, backed by PS Dr. Raymond Omollo and led by Ayugi Victor, aims to restore dignity and empower widows across communities.

The Widows Empowerment Program is making a significant impact in Siaya and Ugenya, providing widows with the skills and financial assistance needed to achieve economic stability. Under the leadership of Ayugi Victor and with the support of PS Dr. Raymond Omollo, the Gnamu Widows and Kakumu Widows groups in North Seme Ward are now embracing new opportunities for self-sufficiency.

Similarly, in Siaya Township Ward, Alego Usonga Constituency, the Siaya Blessed Widows group is undergoing transformation. Through the program, members are gaining essential skills and resources to improve their lives and support their families. The initiative is not just about financial aid but also about building confidence and empowering women to create sustainable futures.

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A New Beginning for Gorety Juma Okoth

For Gorety Juma Okoth, a 50-year-old widow from Kasiger Village, Masat West, Ugenya Constituency, life has been full of hardship. Having lost two of her children, she continues to care for her remaining three despite facing significant challenges. However, through the Widows Empowerment Program, her story has taken a turn for the better.

Previously living in a small rental, Gorety has now been gifted a brand-new home—a space that provides her and her children with safety, stability, and renewed hope. This initiative goes beyond constructing houses; it is about restoring dignity, empowering widows, and ensuring a solid foundation for their future.

A Program That Transforms Communities

The Widows Empowerment Program stands as a testament to the power of uplifting women and families. By providing skills, financial support, and shelter, the initiative is helping communities thrive. When widows are empowered, their families gain security, and society as a whole flourishes.

This transformative work continues, ensuring that no widow is left behind in the journey toward self-reliance and a better future.