Ruth-Emmanuel Makandiwa, the winner of the Poverty Alleviation Impact Award, is a passionate advocate for women and the girl-child. Actively involved in anti-gender-based violence campaigns, she also leads Femme de Substance, an empowerment program for female entrepreneurs.
Ruth-Emmanuel’s impactful work through Agape Family Care has earned her this prestigious recognition. She has donated fully-furnished classroom blocks and essential supplies to Muringazuva Primary School, significantly enhancing educational opportunities for local children. Additionally, her drilling of boreholes provides clean water to over 500,000 people, addressing a vital public health need and improving overall community health.
Each month, she supports over 500 households with rental assistance and has constructed ten housing units for the underprivileged. Her medical outreach programs offer free eye surgeries, directly improving the quality of life for many.
Ruth-Emmanuel’s commitment to education is transformative. Every year, students graduate from university through the Agape Family Care full scholarship program she spearheads. This initiative not only provides educational opportunities but also aligns destinies, shaping the future of the community’s youth.
Her annual food and clothing donations to those in need further illustrate her dedication to uplifting the less privileged. Through her extensive efforts, Ruth-Emmanuel Makandiwa is not just changing individual lives but fostering a stronger, more resilient community.
As an active partner with UFIC ministries, Ruth-Emmanuel Makandiwa exemplifies the spirit of the List Awards. Her unwavering commitment to poverty alleviation and community development demonstrates the profound impact one individual can have, inspiring others to follow in her footsteps.