Wezesha Impact

Wezesha Impact A FOR IMPACT organization that works to improve the employment outcomes of youth in Africa. Our purpose is to prepare youth to thrive socially and economically.

Wezesha Impact is a FOR IMPACT non-profit organization that works to improve the employment outcomes of youth in Africa. We do this by running an innovative and experiential program equipping out of school youth and youth enrolled in vocational training with entrepreneurship, employ-ability and skills in civic engagement. This experience then enables youth to:
1. Find and thrive in employment,
2. Start and grow businesses and
3. Actively address local community issues

23/09/2026

After graduating through the Wezesha Impact Programme, Timugibwa Rehema turned her skills into a growing retail beauty supply store.

Today, she generates over UGX 250,000 in monthly turnover, building her livelihood with dignity while working towards her dream of opening a full-service salon and fashion boutique. Her journey is a powerful reminder of what young people can achieve when they have the right skills, support, and opportunities to build sustainable livelihoods.

Watch Rehema’s story, https://youtu.be/6lM5bT52kaI

21/09/2026

After the COVID-19 pandemic, Nakasabo Harriet struggled to rebuild her business and later went abroad in search of better opportunities. She returned and started a boutique, but growing the business remained a challenge.

Through the Wezesha Impact Programme, Harriet gained practical skills to manage and grow her business. Today, she is looking ahead with a dream to expand her boutique and build more businesses.

Watch Harriet’s inspiring journey. https://youtu.be/Ixn4VyN5hag

09/09/2026

Nabwire Annet had the tailoring skills but lacked the knowledge to turn them into a sustainable business. After returning from home with limited capital and struggling to grow her enterprise, she joined the Wezesha Impact Programme.

Through practical business training, Annet learned how to manage and grow her business. Today, she sustains her family while training other young women with tailoring skills.

Watch her inspiring story, https://youtu.be/7NuTn1AivW0

04/09/2026

Stop dreaming. Start doing. The Start Your Business Bootcamp is your 3-week sprint to turn that concept into a real business.

We focus on the hard stuff:
✅ Building a business plan.
✅ Mastering your money (Financial literacy).
✅ Real mentorship & startup tools.

Perfect for: Students, recent graduates or aspiring entrepreneur.

📅 3 Weeks | 9 AM – 1 PM
💰 UGX 300,000 (Includes materials)

Spots are limited. Secure yours now: https://forms.gle/UTVxjZRgunbE5aBC8
+256-772492584 / +256-759094971

31/08/2026

Malaria remains a major public health burden in Uganda, with about 21% of children aged 6–59 months testing positive for malaria parasites in the 2024–25 Uganda Malaria Indicator Survey up from 9% in 2018–19.

Meet the five young innovators who refused to stay silent in the fight against malaria. Armed with creativity and guided by Wezesha Impact's human-centered design bootcamps, they developed an entire range of mosquito repellents, turning prevention into a practical, everyday solution.

The future of social innovation is here. Watch their story.

https://youtu.be/WXVu3QUw-KM

28/08/2026

Nakagwa Zulaika left Uganda to work abroad, determined to secure a brighter future for her five children. After returning home due to challenging working conditions, she launched a poultry business, but sustaining it was not easy.

Through the Wezesha Impact Program, Zulaika gained practical business skills that are helping her strengthen and grow her enterprise.

Watch her journey and see how learning is turning her poultry farm into a new opportunity.

https://youtu.be/8Lhc1GGM76E

A great business idea is only the beginning. The next step is knowing how to turn it into a sustainable business.The Sta...
26/08/2026

A great business idea is only the beginning. The next step is knowing how to turn it into a sustainable business.

The Start Your Business Bootcamp is designed for young people who are ready to move from ideas to action.

Over three weeks, participants will gain practical skills in:
●Ideation and social innovation
●Business plan development
●Financial education
●Enterprise management tools
●Business start-up skills
●Mentorship

Whether you are a university student, S.6 Vacist, recent graduate, or aspiring entrepreneur, this is an opportunity to build the skills and confidence needed to take your business idea forward.

Duration: 3 weeks | 9 AM–1 PM
Fee: UGX 300,000 , including training materials and mentorship.
📲 Express your interest today: https://forms.gle/UTVxjZRgunbE5aBC8
📞 +256-772492584/+256-759094971

25/08/2026

Meet Brian Otim, a Wezesha Impact alumnus who chose self-employment over job hunting. With his savings and support from the Parish Development Model, he launched a motor spare and repair business now generating UGX 600,000 in monthly sales.

His journey reflects youth transitioning into real livelihoods through mentorship and finance linkages. Click play to see how he’s accelerating his success.

Click play to see how he’s accelerating his success: https://youtu.be/Y6OUifuOzsM

Your idea can become real. Your impact can start here.Are you a young changemaker in Uganda with an idea you believe can...
20/08/2026

Your idea can become real. Your impact can start here.

Are you a young changemaker in Uganda with an idea you believe can make a difference? i-UPSHIFT is your opportunity to turn that idea into action.

Join a community of young innovators and get:
●Hands-on entrepreneurship skills
●Support to develop your social enterprise
●An opportunity to compete for seed funding
●A community of changemakers who are creating solutions that matter

Who can apply?

●Ugandan nationals and refugees
●Ages 18–30 years
● Persons with disabilities and refugees are strongly encouraged to apply

👉 Ready to take your idea to the next level? Apply today: https://lnkd.in/d5bfXGTg

For more information call orWhatsApp:
+256 773105985 | +25670166880

Do not wait for the opportunity to come to you. Your idea has the power to create change. Start today!

19/08/2026

Nakitende Joanitah left home in search of greener pastures, hoping to help her mother support their family. She returned with little to show for it, but not without hope.

Through Wezesha Impact, she gained practical business skills and the opportunity to build a new future. Today, she runs a ladies' boutique and dreams of expanding it into an even bigger enterprise.

Watch her inspiring story: https://youtu.be/EGiykTBDUME

Address

Plot 390 Kabuusu Road, Lubaga
Kampala
256

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00

Telephone

2560392404662

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