KDF female peacekeepers support Somali women’s businesses in Dhobley
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NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 7-Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) female personnel serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) have stepped up efforts to support women-led businesses in Dhobley by creating market opportunities for locally produced goods.
The initiative, conducted under the Female Soldiers Empowerment Program, brought together members of the Dhobley Women Association Group, who showcased and marketed their products to mission personnel.
The exhibition featured handmade products, including traditional deras, bedsheets, vikoi, sandals, and other locally crafted items, giving the women an opportunity to reach potential customers and generate income.
