Past Programs
Nafasi's work began in Tanzania. The lessons from these programs shaped how we partner with BECI in Mathare today.
Hairdressing and Entrepreneurship Program
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (2014 to 2020)
With the Open University of Tanzania and the Vocational Education and Training Authority of Tanzania, Nafasi supported a nine-month vocational program in hairdressing, beauty and business skills for women with limited access to education. The 12-module course included hairdressing, skin and nail care, business management and a field placement. It ran three times, and graduates went on to work in hairstyling, cosmetics and beauty therapy, with some continuing their education.
What we learned
Training alone was not enough. Women also needed start-up support, childcare and access to markets to turn skills into lasting income. That learning is built into our work in Mathare today.