From a small savings circle to a platform for community transformation.
Mafanikio Sarafu Self Help Group is a community-driven organization established in 2019 in Kalobeyei Village 1, Turkana West, Kenya, with an initial membership of 15 members.
Since then, the group has grown steadily and now brings together 34 active members, with strong participation from young people and women.
Our work focuses on economic empowerment, financial inclusion, entrepreneurship, and sustainable livelihoods — supporting individuals and community groups to build practical skills in Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLA), business development, financial management, agriculture, and income-generating activities.
Over the years, Mafanikio Sarafu has evolved from a small community savings group into a growing platform for learning, economic opportunity, and community transformation — working with members and other community groups to promote self-reliance, resilience, and sustainable development, alongside partners including Kenya Red Cross, Grassroots Economics Foundation, Danish Refugee Council (DRC).
Our Vision & Mission
Our Vision
To build empowered, financially resilient, and self-reliant communities where young people and women have the skills, opportunities, and resources to create sustainable livelihoods.
Our Mission
To empower individuals and community groups through savings, financial education, business skills, entrepreneurship, agriculture, training, and mentorship, enabling them to improve their livelihoods and create sustainable economic opportunities.
Our Core Values
Six principles guide everything we do — from how we run our meetings to how we work with partners.
Empowerment
We equip people with knowledge, skills, and opportunities to become more self-reliant.
Inclusion
We promote equal participation and opportunities for women, youth, and other members of the community.
Integrity
We uphold honesty, transparency, accountability, and responsible management.
Collaboration
We believe in working together with communities, partners, and other stakeholders to achieve sustainable results.
Innovation
We encourage practical and innovative approaches to savings, business, agriculture, and livelihood development.
Sustainability
We promote solutions that create lasting economic and social benefits for individuals, families, and communities.
Our Objectives
What we set out to achieve for our members and our community.
To promote VSLA and community-based savings and lending practices.
To strengthen business and entrepreneurship skills among community members.
To improve financial literacy and financial management.
To support young people and women in accessing sustainable livelihood opportunities.
To promote agriculture, farming, and other income-generating activities.
To provide training, mentorship, and business coaching to individuals and community groups.
To encourage digital and innovative approaches to savings and financial inclusion.
To build resilient communities through collective action, skills development, and economic empowerment.