The Ark · Livelihood
Small Business & Hawker Empowerment
Empowering hands. Restoring dignity. Building independence.
A dignified pathway for small traders, hawkers and micro-entrepreneurs to grow — with training, capital, mentorship, and market access.
What we offer
- Small business training
- Micro-grants
- Startup kits
- Financial literacy
- Savings culture
- Digital marketing
- Mobile money training
- Bookkeeping
- Business mentorship
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Frequently asked questions
Who is this for?+
Micro-entrepreneurs, market women and youth building livelihoods — especially survivors reclaiming economic independence.
Do you provide capital?+
We provide training, coaching and access to seed grants for graduates who complete the programme. Grants are limited and awarded on merit.
How long is the programme?+
The core curriculum runs 8–12 weeks, followed by 6 months of mentorship and business review.
Do you help with registration and taxes?+
Yes — we walk graduates through business registration, basic bookkeeping and compliance.