Kobodo lights the path to empowerment in Kanyamwa Kologi

In the heart of Homa Bay County, a quiet revolution is unfolding. Across the rolling hills and scattered homesteads of Kanyamwa Kologi Ward, the Kobodo Widows Group stands tall, united by a powerful blend of sisterhood, resilience, and unwavering determination.
Once defined by loss and economic hardship, these women are now rewriting their stories, thanks to the Widows Empowerment Program.
Backed by this transformative initiative, the members of Kobodo Widows Group are not only overcoming personal challenges but also breathing new life into their communities.
The initiative launched to restore dignity and opportunity to widowed women, is opening doors that had long been closed. Through training, mentorship, and small-scale enterprise support, it is helping women build sustainable livelihoods and regain control of their futures.
“This initiative has changed our lives,” says one member of the group. “Before, many of us were isolated and unsure of what tomorrow would bring. Now, we work together, support each other, and our children see a better future ahead.”
From farming cooperatives to tailoring businesses, the women of Kobodo are turning their skills into sources of income and pride. But the transformation runs deeper than just financial stability. The program is also restoring a sense of purpose, self-worth, and belonging that had often been eroded by stigma and silence surrounding widowhood.
“This is not just about income — it’s about identity,” says a local community leader. “These women are showing us what strength really looks like. They are the glue that holds communities together, and their success is our collective success.”
At its core, the program is a testament to what happens when marginalized voices are not only heard, but uplifted. The Kobodo Widows Group is proof that investing in women’s potential has a ripple effect strengthening families, communities, and future generations.