Vidushi Cohort-2025 – Move to Mutualism

Global Mutualism Fellows - Africa - 2025

Njambi Njorogi

Grassroots Economics / Kenya & Global

This is more than just a fellowship; it’s a movement that resonates deeply with my work and purpose at Grassroots Economics. For me, it’s an opportunity to co-create solutions with some of Africa’s most inspiring change makers, amplify the power of community-led economies, and bring the wisdom commitment pooling of Sarafu communities in Kenya to a global stage.

Jathro Christopher

Tech4Rural / Nigeria

This quote from Hope - "Those who tell the stories rule the world", resonates deeply with me. At Tech4Rural we have been focussed on not just telling stories, but telling OUR stories. Stories of injustices, resilience, and the youth who are refusing to be silent. At Tech4Rural we empower Niger Delta (in Nigeria) Youths through tech.

Assani Bahizire Emery

ASSIT (Association Internationale Tujenge) / Democratic Republic of Congo

We see mutualism not as an abstract idea, but as a lived practice—visible in the way our members support one another, co-invest in shared infrastructure, and grow stronger together. Our goal is not to deliver aid, but to incubate community agency so that our people become the architects of their own wellbeing.

Cavin Odera

WA-WA Kenya / Kenya

WA-WA Kenya’s mission is mutualism in action.It builds cooperative networks, promotes shared responsibility, ensures equitable access, and supports collective leadership. Through these efforts, WA-WA Kenya not only supports individual women but also fosters strong, democratic, and self-reliant communities.

Namulisa Balaluka Rose

ASSIT (Association Internationale Tujenge) / Democratic Republic of Congo

Fatou Saine Gaye

Gayenjorro Skills Academy / The Gambia

Youth and women empowerment through skills acquisition for social and economic growth and development.

Isaac Michael Kuteesa

Zero Waste Amazing Projects Foundation / Uganda

Zero Waste Amazing Projects (ZWAP) is on a mission to revolutionize waste management and empower communities through research, education, and innovation. By turning waste into valuable resources, we create sustainable solutions that improve health, livelihoods, and the environment, while building a circular economy that benefits everyone.

Lamin Jassey

Gunjur Conservationists and Ecotourism Association / The Gambia

Coastal communities are the first to feel the tide of change, but also the first to rise with them. The sea is not just a livelihood, it’s a way of life for those who live along its edge. And, when you protect coastal communities you protect culture and climate.

Aine Theopy

Healthy entrepreneurs Uganda / Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, DRC, Nigeria, Burkina Faso, Nigeria

Our organisation's mission is to provide healthy care services to the very last person in the last mile of the community, and through this we are able to connect with the community health entrepreneurs and know how best to help and guide them through health care provision.

Zakari Hassane

Potentiel Terre / Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, DRC, Nigeria, Burkina Faso, Nigeria

POTENTIEL TERRE is on a mission to support the food and financial empowerment of communities in need of inclusion. Our work is carried out within and with these communities. To ensure the suitability of our actions with these communities, we organize annual meetings to learn lessons and plan future activities. In addition to food and financial autonomy, the groups with and for whom we work are introduced to the understanding of the functioning and role of public administration and support institutions.

Lamin D

Buzz Women Gambia / The Gambia

To strive for a better, more balanced society by locally inspiring women all over the world and enabling them to transform their lives and the communities they live in.