On August 10, 2026, a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Colombia, severely affecting more than 45,000 businesses across the country, 92% of which were micro-enterprises. With your support, Makaia will help 20 earthquake-hit micro and small businesses in Colombia's Coffee-Growing region rebuild their operations. Entrepreneurs will reinforce their business management and financial skills, while adopting digital tools to become more competitive and to build a stronger foundation for long-term growth.
On August 10, 2026, a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Colombia, affecting over 45,000 businesses nationwide, 92% of which were micro-enterprises. Colombia's Coffee-Growing Region was among the hardest hit, leaving thousands of businesses in severe or critical condition. With limited resources, business skills, and access to digital tools, many entrepreneurs struggle to recover, putting their families' livelihoods at risk. When businesses recover, entire communities move forward.
This project will provide training and one-on-one coaching for 20 entrepreneurs and business owners to enhance their business, commercial and financial skills. They will also learn how to leverage technology to promote their products and services, connect with customers, and adopt digital payment solutions. By combining stronger business capabilities with digital tools, entrepreneurs will be better equipped to recover and contribute to the economic recovery and well-being of their communities.
Equipping entrepreneurs with practical skills and digital tools will help them build stronger, more sustainable businesses. As businesses recover, they restore vital sources of income for owners and employees, while supporting the suppliers, customers, and families who depend on them. Ultimately, this project will contribute to protecting livelihoods, sustaining local employment, and strengthening the economic resilience and well-being of communities across Colombia's Coffee-Growing region.
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