Where we Work
Five Talents has supported international partners in over 20 countries in Latin America, Africa, and Asia. We focus on high-risk, underserved communities where most residents lack access to traditional loans or other banking services. A number of our programs have graduated and are now fully self-sustaining and self-propagating. Currently our work is focused in: Bolivia, Burundi, Kenya, Myanmar, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda. Click on a country to learn more.
Bolivia
Five Talents has worked in the mountains of Southeastern Bolivia since 2009 reaching out to families living in extreme poverty.
Burundi
In the world's most rural country, Five Talents has helped over 45,000 members learn business and financial skills and participate in community savings and loans.
Democratic Republic of Congo
Five Talents is proud to work in DR Congo to help families identify and develop their God-given talents and resources.
Kenya
Reaching rural communities with business training and development opportunities, Five Talents has served over 15,000 entrepreneurs and helped create three banks in Kenya.
South Sudan
In an area with the highest illiteracy rates in the world, Five Talents has helped over 16,000 learn to read and write, and empowered entrepreneurs to build thousands of businesses, promote peace and create three community banks.
Tanzania
With over 70% of the population living below the poverty line, Five Talents is working with local partners to catalyze the development and growth of micro-businesses.
Uganda
Five Talents has been working in Uganda for over 15 years, empowering entrepreneurs with training and access to community savings and loans.