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

Job’s cheerful face and deep respect for people belie the hardships that he, his siblings, and mother had to endure. “Our future changed when my mum heard about Habitat for Humanity at a church meeting,” Job said.

Gender inequality creates obstacles for many women who want to build their houses and earn an independent living. For them, land-ownership rights are a foundation for an independent life.

Can housing microfinance transform Sub-Saharan Africa? We have the experience and research to show it can, and we invite you to explore its potential. Join our webinar on May 16.

Sharing knowledge to develop better housing microfinance solutions for people in Uganda and Kenya.

After nearly 18 months of implementation across six African countries, the WASH for Food Security programme funded by Aktion Deutschland Hilft (ADH) through Habitat for Humanity Germany is generating valuable lessons that extend beyond individual country projects. 

Across six Habitat for Humanity National Offices in Africa, teams are testing different approaches to WASH, food security and climate resilience, while building a shared body of learning that can strengthen programmes across the region.

Despite the rising demand, only 3% of people in sub-Saharan Africa have access to housing financing. See how Habitat’s Terwilliger Center addresses the need.

Sub-Saharan Africa is rich in energy resources but lacking in supplies. The IKEA Foundation’s campaign A Better World Starts at Home supports Habitat’s efforts to bring renewable energy to more people.

We empower low-income people and local communities to improve their housing conditions. Volunteer or partner with Habitat for Humanity.