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Background

Since 2016, the Bidibidi Refugee Settlement in Yumbe District has hosted a massive influx of South Sudanese refugees fleeing conflict and insecurity. With a population of approximately 240,721 persons, the settlement became one of the largest in the world—most of them women and children with urgent humanitarian and livelihood needs.

To respond, CCEDUC, in partnership with TCP Global, launched a community-driven livelihood and financial inclusion intervention using the Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) model.

Program Overview

Help Refugee Women Rebuild Their Lives Through Entrepreneurship

In Bidibidi Refugee Settlement, thousands of displaced South Sudanese women are struggling to provide for their families. Yet with the right support, they can become successful entrepreneurs and community leaders.

CCEDUC, in partnership with TCP Global, is providing grants to groups of 30 refugee women through Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs). This support enables women to start small businesses, generate income, and restore dignity.

Thanks to early funding, 420 women in Zone I are already rebuilding their lives. However, 1,680 women in Zones II–V are still waiting. To reach them, we urgently need more funds to support 56 VSLAs.

Your support can help us empower 2,100 refugee women by 2027.
Join CCEDUC and TCP Global in creating lasting change for refugee families today.

Key Achievements & Impact

Fifth Year's Celebration of CCEDUC's Achievement

FIfth Year celebration marked the milestone with events that fostered spiritual growth and unity among the Refugee community

Improved Food Security

Despite WFP ration cuts, VSLA households now afford nutritious meals, report stronger food stability, and reduced hunger risks.

Stronger Social Cohesion

Mixed VSLA groups improved trust, reduced tensions, and strengthened peaceful coexistence between refugees and host communities.

Education

Supported childern to persue higher education opportunities

Standard of Living

Meet Moriba Suzan, a South Sudanese refugee who turned opportunity into transformation. With a micro-loan from TCP Global, delivered through CCEDUC, Suzan built a four-room block home—replacing her grass-thatched shelter. She opened a salon business in one room and uses the other three for her family. Today, Suzan is a business owner, provider, and role model for other refugee women. #WomenEmpowerment #RefugeeSuccess #Microfinance

Livelihood

Empowered households economically through targeted livelihood programs.

Success Stories

Grace Kiden grew from fish vending to managing a poultry farm, now educating her children.

Kiden Irene expanded her business, employs youth, and plans to buy her first vehicle.

Rose Bangu expanded their market stalls and now employ multiple youths.

Gaps & Challenges

Insufficient funding to expand into additional Bidibidi zones.

Limited transport for monitoring and follow-ups.

Low access to formal financial institutions.

Economic pressure due to food ration cuts.

Weak market linkages for small entrepreneurs.

Conclusion

With a population exceeding 240,000 in 2016, the livelihood needs in Bidibidi remain vast. Through a sustainable VSLA model and strong accountability, CCEDUC and TCP Global have improved incomes, food security, youth employment, and peaceful coexistence. Scaling this initiative to other zones would transform even more families and strengthen community resilience.

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