Empowering Women Through Microfinance: WFWP Ghana Expands Its Community Impact in Manchie

By: Marthe Whyte

For the past two years, the Women’s Federation for World Peace (WFWP) Ghana has been engaging with the women of Manchie, a rural community where educational meetings and character-building sessions have steadily nurtured trust, dialogue, and mutual respect.

During these sessions, the women expressed a heartfelt need: access to small loans to support their modest but vital economic activities. Recognizing this call for support, WFWP Ghana initiated a microfinance project—starting with a few determined women who pledged to make the most of the opportunity.

Their positive response, marked by consistent repayments of the seed money, demonstrated both integrity and potential. Encouraged by their success, WFWP Ghana has now reached the fourth batch of its women’s empowerment microfinance project in Manchie.

On May 23, 2025, 15 women received microloans to support their petty trading businesses. These funds will enable them to expand their ventures, boost household income, and gain financial independence. The beneficiaries are expected to repay the seed money within the next three months, allowing the cycle of empowerment to continue and benefit more women in the community.

This initiative reflects WFWP Ghana’s commitment to sustainable development and women's empowerment at the grassroots level—uplifting lives not just through education, but also by providing practical tools for economic growth.

WFWP Ghana expresses its gratitude to the women of Manchie for their partnership, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit. Together, they are sowing seeds of hope and self-reliance for a brighter, more equitable future.