When social enterprises first gained prominence, they were rarely associated with job creation or viewed as tools for reducing poverty in Africa. As a result, the region continued to depend heavily on international charity and donor aid.
The Sisters Blended Value Project (SBVP) at Strathmore University is helping shift this paradigm. By working directly with communities across Africa and equipping women—particularly Catholic Sisters—with enterprise development skills, SBVP is providing the tools needed to transform charitable ministries into sustainable businesses. Participants learn how to design, launch, and scale social enterprises that address community needs while reducing poverty.
