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Sixty-five percent of the Ugandan population is made up of young people. Like Susan, they have enormous potential. Habitat helps them to develop their talents.

In July 2018, financial institutions, donors and investors will come together to unlock new housing solutions for Sub-Saharan Africa.

Habitat collaborates with partner microfinance institutions and helps them develop housing loans, provides trainings to homeowners on managing their loans, and offers construction assistance.

Read more stories about the impact of decent housing on people’s lives in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

Over the past year, Habitat for Humanity worked alongside volunteers who contributed nearly 42,000 hours’ worth of time, skills and energy to improve housing conditions in communities across Africa. Today, we highlight how volunteering continues to shape individuals, strengthen community connections, and inspire long-term civic engagement. 

Each year on International Women’s Day, the world celebrates the achievements, resilience and leadership of women everywhere. It is also a moment to reflect on the barriers that still limit opportunities for many women and girls.

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the stories of women whose lives have been transformed through perseverance, partnership and the power of a safe place to call home.

In Africa we empower low-income people to build a better life for themselves and their children.