By Evan Cauble-Johnson, Acting CEO, Street Business School As I’ve reflected on stepping into the role of Acting CEO here at Street Business School, one thing has been crystal clear: I am deeply excited about our future. Why? Because SBS is in a rare and powerful position...
Diana Abua, a 34-year-old mother of two, discovered the transformative potential of entrepreneurship through the Street Business School training program. Introduced to the program by her community women representative, Diana's life took a positive turn as she sought a more sustainable business approach. Before joining the...
Nalukenge Bena, a vibrant 45-year-old mother of four from Makindye, Uganda, found herself without a business and fully dependent on her husband before joining the Street Business School training program. She learned about Street Business School through the community chancellor, who convened a meeting for the...
Mubaku Village, located on the southern bank of the Victoria Nile near Murchison Falls National Park, is a small rural community in northwestern Uganda. Families live in traditional thatched huts surrounded by savannah and wetlands, and life is centered on farming and communal gatherings. Yet behind...
Nantambi Hamida, a 34-year-old mother of four children, was operating a laundry business before enrolling in the Street Business School (SBS) entrepreneurship training program. At the time, her business was declining as her clients started hiring house help and no longer required her services. Hamida became...
Street Business School’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Evan Cauble-Johnson as Acting CEO, effective immediately. This transition comes as we thank and honor Deepti Mathew for her leadership and service, following her departure earlier this year. Deepti played an important...
Dativa Koga, a 34-year-old wife and mother of five, faced a crucial decision when her fish and greens-selling business failed to generate profits. Disheartened, Dativa abandoned her entrepreneurial aspirations and devoted her time to taking care of her children. However, her perspective shifted when she discovered...
Fort Portal, Uganda (April 24, 2025) — In the heart of western Uganda, a powerful movement is underway. On September 18, 2024, a generous trust and Street Business School (SBS) launched “Project Kunihira”—named after the word for hope in Rutooro. This initiative is set to...
What does it take to stand out among thousands of world-changing ideas? For Street Business School, it’s the power of entrepreneurship to lift people out of poverty – and this impact is now being recognized on one of the world’s biggest stages. In June, Street...
At just 23 years old, Katayike Tina has already shown incredible determination to build a better future for herself and her husband. Despite facing multiple challenges, she has refused to let circumstances define her, embracing every opportunity to grow and take control of her life. Before...
Street Business School (SBS) is excited to share new data on the long-lasting impact of our entrepreneurship training program for women experiencing deep poverty. To Learn More Download PDF: SBS Longitudinal Study Results FY25...
I want to share an update with our Street Business School (SBS) community. After two years with SBS and in consultation with the SBS Board of Directors, we have decided to end my contract as CEO of Street Business School in February 2025. I will...
