This is Ama.
She is an entrepreneur and the owner of the Ama fishing company
that has grown considerably over the last few years.
Now Ama plans to expand into the European market.
At an international meeting
that aims to bring together entrepreneurs in developing countries
and advisers, she meets Joris who advises companies like Ama.
Ama has difficulties securing the finance she needs
when, in order to develop AmaGlobal she really needs a loan.
With a guarantee from the Dutch Government she will be able to receive a loan.
The guarantee covers any potential risk.
And Ama will repay the loan in due course.
A logistics specialist from the Dutch fisheries branch
shares his know-how and experience with Ama.
In order to realise her international plans
Ama needs to process the fresh fish quickly.
For this, she needs a reliable and constant supply of electricity.
This is why the Dutch Government supports the planning
constructing and maintaining of infrastructure.
Assists in updating legislation
and strengthens trade unions and government bodies.
Joris advises Ama on how to draft a business plan.
And Ama and her co-workers receive a training about customs procedures
to learn how they can get their fish to market faster and at lower costs.
The Dutch Government supports entrepreneurs in developing countries like Ama
by helping them to start or grow their business.
Investing in businesses creates new jobs
and generates tax revenues that allow countries to tackle poverty themselves.
A good illustration that business for development works!