The Work-Seeker Support training was exciting because I got to learn new skills like how to build work experiences and tips on how to write a professional CV. I enjoyed sharing what I studied with my peers and doing quizzes.

Harambee nayikurikiranye mu kiganiro yatambukije kuri radiyo maze nigiramo bimwe mu bintu by’ingenzi urubyiruko rukwiye kwibandaho. Bimwe muri ibyo ni ugushaka ubumenyi mw’ikoranabuhanga kuko bifasha mu kunoza akazi ka buri munsi kandi mu buryo bwihuse.

Through Harambee’s Work Seeker Support Programme, I learned that I have to seize every chance I get to build my experience without necessarily waiting for a paid job, but rather try to volunteer or do internships to gain skills that will support me when I land a paying job.

Umuryango wa Harambee wamfashije kubona akazi aho banyigishije uburyo nkwiye kwitwara mu kizami cyo kuvuga. Ibi byanteye kwitinyuka mu gihe nsubiza ibibazo, binyigisha kwerekana no gusobanura ubuhanga bwanjye bityo bingaragaza nk’umukozi ukwiye uwo mwanya.

The chatbot encouraged me to think of something that can earn me an income other than salary. I decided to start a small business with two cows for wholesaling and the business is flourishing. I have plans to buy more and increase the output.

I learned a lot from the Harambee programme, but most especially the power of networking. It’s good to submit applications; however, you can’t always rely on them. Building friendships and a great network can be key to more opportunities.