Women's empowerment through self-help groups has been a focus in several African contexts, including Western Kenya. These groups aim to enhance women's economic participation and social status. No empirical data is provided; instead, a literature review method will be employed to analyse existing research on women's empowerment, savings growth, and business strategies in the context of self-help groups in Western Kenya. The theoretical framework underscores the potential for self-help groups to play a pivotal role in supporting women's economic empowerment, though it highlights the need for improved access to formal financial systems. Policy makers should advocate for increased support and resources for self-help groups, including partnerships with formal banking institutions to enhance their effectiveness.
Eunice Cheruwa (2006) studied this question.