Akena Stephen is a Life in Africa member now earning income through making beads from recycled paper. Buy Jungle Bead Gift Bundles for everyone on your holiday list.

Stephen Akena has applied for a loan to start up a small second hand clothing business with his brother. His loan has been reviewed and guaranteed by his peers at the Life in Africa community and fully funded by lenders at Kiva.org.

Visit Kiva to read a Stephen's loan application and follow an ongoing journal about the impact in his life.