For years, I poured my heart and soul into my small business in Kisii. I started with just a few products, a tiny shop, and dreams bigger than my budget. I believed in my work, but not everyone did.
Neighbors laughed behind my back. Relatives whispered that I was wasting my time, that my shop would never grow, that I was foolish to think I could survive in a competitive market. The mockery cut deep. Every time I walked past my little shop, I felt a mix of anger and despair.…CONTINUE READING