Boosting My Income- Mankele Adventures 22/01/2026 On the 22nd of January 2026. I had an opportunity to facilitate the workshop for SEF beneficiaries. What a great opportunity to kick off 2026 . The *Boosting Your Income* training was conducted for SEF beneficiaries at Mankele Adventures with the aim of equipping participants with practical financial knowledge and income-generating skills. Many of them came from backgrounds where income is limited and irregular, and most had never received formal training on budgeting, saving, or creating additional income streams. Before the training, participants largely depended on stipends or family support and had limited understanding of how small financial decisions impact long-term stability. There was also a common belief that increasing income is only possible through formal employment, which made many feel discouraged about their financial future. During the training, participants were introduced to key concepts such as budgeting, needs versus wants, saving habits, and simple ways to boost income using skills and resources they already have. Practical examples and group discussions helped them relate the content to their own lives. They were encouraged to think creatively about side hustles, such as selling handmade items, or using digital platforms to market skills. When these ideas were shared on of the participants shared her story that she was part of the consortium that was involved in farming. It was successful to a point that they were suppliers of fresh produce to the local Pick n Pay. However she had to leave because of disagreements and now she is in search of the land where she can start her own farming business. Her issue was resolved immediately when one of the participants offered her the opportunity to come use the land that is big enough for all of them as she was also in the farming busines. This proved that these sessions are great for networking and collaboration as the impact was almost immediate for the participant. The others were grateful that they got to share their business ideas as well as existing businesses and got prospective support from the team present. The impact of the training was evident in the group’s changed attitudes toward money. Many reported feeling more motivated to start small income-generating activities. The training also sparked conversations amongst the about collaboration and supporting one another in business ideas. Overall, the Boosting my Income training empowered the participants with practical financial skills and a mindset shift toward financial responsibility and entrepreneurship. The programme contributed to building confidence, financial awareness, and a foundation for long-term economic participation, aligning with Avocado Vision’s goal of empowering South African’s to improve their livelihoods sustainably.