Khumi's Story

I thought it would be a good idea to share a "real life" story from our Living Way ministry. Below is a feature on Khumi. She is such a remarkable woman!

Khumi’s Story

In 2006, Khumi Morare arrived at the Living Hope Health Care Center in critical condition from the HIV virus. She was alone in Cape Town with her twin babies. Her health was deteriorating and she had no job to provide an income. Khumi’s future looked bleak.

Slowly but surely, Khumi was nursed back to health by the staff at the health care center. As she gained physical wellness, she looked to restore other areas of her life. Khumi’s driving force was her two children, who had been placed in foster care during her recovery. She was determined to regain custody and to make a better life for her family.

Khumi enrolled in Living Hope’s first-ever sewing class, run by Evangeline Ministries. She was a quick and motivated learner. Her efforts soon paid off as she began to manufacture and sell African animal tote print bags. These bags provided a sustainable income. Khumi earned enough money to take care of her children, and with the help of friends she was able to purchase and furnish a shack. Her new life was beginning; a life full of hope.

Khumi attended Living Way’s entrepreneurial training course and was appointed the distributor of the African tote bag making business. Through a process of micro-loans, Khumi and seven other graduates of the sewing classes formed their own micro-businesses. These businesses operate on a weekly cycle. Material is purchased from Khumi and finished products are then sold back to her. Each week these men and women grow their businesses by developing capital for future jobs. They are each independent business owners, and can expand their product line to serve the needs of their communities.

Khumi continues to be a beacon of courage and motivation to those she encounters.

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