Introduction
Access to affordable, eco-friendly hygiene products remains a challenge in Bwaise. United for Growth Bwaise fills this gap by teaching youth and women to transform local waste and natural ingredients into liquid soap and shampoo. These vocational workshops not only boost hygiene but spark micro-enterprise and sustainable livelihoods in Kampala’s Bwaise 1 community.
The Need for Eco-Friendly Hygiene Products in Bwaise
Store-bought soaps can be costly and chemical-laden.
Household waste oils and detergents end up in drainage channels.
Lack of quality hygiene items fuels skin infections and water pollution.
Hands-On Liquid Soap Making Workshops
Participants learn:
- Collecting and filtering used cooking oil
- Safe handling of lye and water measurements
- Scent and color customization with local herbs
Shampoo Formulation with Local Ingredients
Workshops cover:
- Formulating natural shampoos using neem, aloe vera, and plantain extracts
- pH testing and preservative alternatives
- Packaging, labeling, and brand development
Success Stories: Graduates Launching Micro-Enterprises
Grace and Joan now supply 100+ bottles monthly to nearby schools.
Peter’s “GreenWave Soap” brand employs four youth tailors for labeling.
Collective sales have generated over UGX 3,000,000 in seed capital.
Enroll in Our Next Bwaise Soap & Shampoo Workshop
Next cycle starts October 10, 2025, at Bwaise Women’s Resource Center.
Limited slots—reserve your seat via WhatsApp at +256 770 654 321.
Empower yourself and protect Bwaise’s environment, one bar at a time.