Irene Nimbona
Irene is a Horticulture Specialist
In Kakuma 3, Irene Nimbona, is a Vijanana Kilimobizz participant specializing in horticulture production mainly spinach, Okra and kales. She empowers other young women through VSLAs, training in horticulture production and supports young women to sell vegetables through groceries in Kakuma. Additionally, she links her smallholder producers to local markets such as Cradle Hotel.
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