4. Growing local business

Through these projects and technology transfer, Ji Duma encourages local business creation and micro-entrepreneurship. A key element is the feeling of pride and unity in villages that comes as a result of these self-motivated efforts.

They are no longer forced to view themselves as powerless victims. Local decision-making results in less dependency on the government and foreign aid sources.

By constructing solar panels and water pumps, for example, which are more affordable when produced locally, villagers have access to electricity and potable water. Along with the skills to build, install, and maintain this technology comes greater empowerment and, eventually, less need for outside aid.

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