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Leaders, including National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, have encouraged boda boda riders to join Savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations (SACCOs) and invest in income-generating projects to enhance their livelihoods and achieve financial stability. This message was delivered during a boda boda empowerment forum at Mungatsi Primary School in Nambale Sub-county, where Wetang’ula highlighted the benefits of the newly launched Shirikiana Digital SACCO.

Cabinet Secretary Murkomen has defended government-backed empowerment programs, stating that they are essential to the Kenya Kwanza administration's Bottom-up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA).

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu's initiative to provide N50,000 grants to petty traders in Nigeria has ignited discussions regarding the nature of political empowerment in the country. Critics are questioning whether such programs serve as genuine support for small businesses or are merely political tools for gaining favor.

Interior Principal Secretary Dr. Raymond Omollo has praised the ongoing transformation in the Nyanza region under the Kenya Kwanza Administration, emphasizing that the government's development agenda is promoting equitable distribution of national resources and opportunities. He made these remarks during a women empowerment event in Nyando Constituency, urging local residents to support the government's initiatives.

At Uganda Christian University’s 27th Graduation Ceremony, women significantly outnumbered men and achieved the majority of First Class Honours. The event was marked by celebrations and a strong presence of female graduates, highlighting their academic success and contributions. This notable trend was a focal point of the ceremony, showcasing the empowerment of women in education.