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FRE Loan Program

Chusa Baimuka – Fish Business Expansion Loan

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Chusa Baimuka Daniel built a fish business from nothing inside one of the world's largest refugee camps — and it works.

His business, AAM-Enterprise, sells fresh, dried, fried, and smoked fish wholesale and retail in Kakuma, moving 250 kg per day. In its first six months, the business generated 56,000 KES in profit. 12 women entrepreneurs — known as Mama Samaki — buy fish from Chusa and resell it in local markets, building their own incomes in the process.

Now Chusa is ready to open a second location in Kalobeyei, the neighboring settlement.

The $4,000 loan will fund:

  • A physical shop space in Kalobeyei
  • Commercial freezer, solar equipment, cooler boxes, scale, and startup costs
  • 2 new employees hired
  • 12 new Mama Samaki women resellers supported
  • 14 total new livelihoods created

This isn't a dream — it's a proven entrepreneur ready to do it again for an entirely new community. Your contribution opens a second shop, creates 14 livelihoods, and brings affordable, quality food to the people of Kalobeyei.

Fundraising Goal: $4,000

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Our business loans are designed to help existing businesses scale or give start-ups the change to prove revenue generation.

When is the loan disbursed?

Loans are disbursed as soon as they are fully funded. A written agreement is made between Maak Impact and the entrepreneur. Funds are typically in the entrepreneurs account within 10 business days of a completed loan fundraiser.
How is the loan monitored and repaid?

Repayments are tracked monthly, with clear fixed amounts set from the start. Entrepreneurs know that strong repayment unlocks future loans and growth opportunities and that missing payments closes that door. No collateral is held against refugees. This accountability model is proven and working well inside the camp.
Where does the money go that is repaid?

Repaid funds flow directly back into Maak Impact's loan pool, ready to fund the next entrepreneur. This creates a powerful incentive - refugees know that their repayment directly opens the door for another person in their community to access capital and build something. Every repayment keeps capital working inside the camp, constantly cycling through new businesses and new opportunities. Your contribution never leaves Kakuma.
  • Vetted entrepreneurs
  • Redistributed
  • Low interest
  • Tracked loans
100% of your donation goes directly to the project you choose to support. Every dollar is transferred straight to the beneficiaries we serve. Maak Impact’s operating costs are fully covered by dedicated sponsors, so your gift funds impact—not overhead.

100% of your donation goes directly to the project you choose to support. Every dollar is transferred straight to the beneficiaries we serve. Maak Impact’s operating costs are fully covered by dedicated sponsors, so your gift funds impact—not overhead.

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