Lillian Mutemi: From struggling restaurant owner to successful poultry farmer

Lillian Mutemi: From struggling restaurant owner to successful poultry farmer

Lillian Mutemi is a small business owner in Watamu, Kenya. She owns a small restaurant that was struggling to make ends meet. The rising cost of living was making it difficult for her to pay her bills and keep her business afloat.

In 2022, Lillian heard about Tapona’s life changing Poultry Enterprise course that helps people from disadvantaged backgrounds establish poultry businesses . Tapona offers training and financial assistance to help businesses grow and succeed. Lillian decided to apply for Tapona’s Poultry Enterprise Course.

The course taught Lillian everything she needed to know about starting and running a poultry farm. She learned about raising chickens, feeding them, and keeping them healthy. She also learned about marketing and selling her eggs and poultry products.

After completing the course, Lillian received capital from Tapona to start her own poultry farm. She bought chickens and set up a coop in her backyard. She also bought feed and supplies.

Lillian’s poultry farm was a success. She was able to sell her eggs and poultry products at a profit. She was also able to use the profits to pay off her loan and improve her restaurant.

Lillian is grateful for the help she received from Tapona. She says that Tapona’s Poultry Enterprise Course gave her the knowledge and skills she needed to start and run a successful poultry farm. She is now able to sustain herself and her family.

Lillian has learned a lot on her journey as a poultry farmer. She has learned that it is important to be patient and persistent. She has also learned the importance of good recordkeeping and marketing.

Lillian is now an inspiration to other small business owners in Kenya. She is proof that it is possible to overcome challenges and achieve success with hard work and determination.

Lessons learned

• Be patient and persistent. It takes time to build a successful business.
• Keep good records. This will help you track your progress and make informed decisions.
• Market your products or services. Let people know what you have to offer.
• Be willing to learn new things. The business world is constantly changing, so it’s important to stay up-to-date on the latest trends.
• Don’t be afraid to ask for help. There are many resources available to small business owners, such as government agencies, non-profit organizations, and online communities.

How to partner with Tapona

Tapona is always looking for partners who share their vision of helping small businesses in Kenya grow and succeed. If you are interested in partnering with Tapona, there are a few things you can do:

• Donate money or supplies. Tapona relies on donations to fund its programs. Every little bit helps.
• Volunteer your time. Tapona is always looking for volunteers to help with its programs. There are many ways you can get involved, from teaching classes to helping with marketing.
• Spread the word. Tell your friends, family, and colleagues about Tapona and its work. The more people who know about Tapona, the more businesses we can help.

By partnering with Tapona, you can make a difference in the lives of small business owners in Kenya. Together, we can help them build a better future for themselves and their families.

If you are a small business owner in Kenya, Tapona can help you achieve your business goals. Contact Tapona today to learn more about the organization and its programs.