Explore our Opportunities for Women section for empowering resources and avenues designed to support and uplift women. Discover a wide range of opportunities, including scholarships, leadership programs, mentorship initiatives, and entrepreneurship resources.
Did you know that out of all the billions raised by African startups recently, less than 1% went to female-founded teams? It is a stark gap, but the teams at Wetech and the UK-Nigeria Tech Hub are working to change that narrative. If you are a woman building a business in Nigeria and looking for […]
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Balancing a growing business with the responsibilities of motherhood is a “superpower” that often goes unsupported. Digital Xpress 2.0: Business Mums Edition (2026) has been launched specifically to provide that missing support, offering a high-impact launchpad for Nigerian mothers to scale their ventures. Organized by LusterHeights, this program is more than just a workshop; it
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he Bank of Industry (BOI) and MTN Foundation officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on February 13, 2026, to establish the N1 Billion Y’ellopreneur 3.0 Matching Fund. This initiative is specifically designed to provide credit, capacity building, and mentorship to women-led micro-enterprises in Nigeria This isn’t just a grant; it is a movement to move women from the “base of
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The Women in Energy & Sustainability Mentorship Program 2026 is a high-impact initiative by the Ukusimama Foundation designed to accelerate the careers of women in Africa’s energy, climate, water, and sustainability sectors. We are proud to announce the opening of applications for the Women in Energy & Sustainability Mentorship Programme 2026. This transformative initiative is designed to bridge the gender
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SheAscends is a women-focused accelerator supporting growth-stage entrepreneurs in Lagos, Nigeria.The program helps female founders unlock financial access, strengthen investment readiness, and scale impact-driven businesses. Through practical mentorship from industry experts and training workshops (virtual and in-person), She Ascends builds the capability women entrepreneurs need to grow. Benefits of SheAscends Accelerator Access to Growth Capital:
The future of business is digital and WE-Elevate is supporting women entrepreneurs ready to grow, scale, and compete online. Applications are now open for the WE-Elevate Accelerator Program, designed to help women-led businesses move from offline to online while expanding customer reach and revenue potential. The WE-Elevate Accelerator Program is a growth-focused initiative created to support women entrepreneurs
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The Black Women in Food Awards is an annual celebration dedicated to highlighting the brilliance of Black women across the food, beverage, and hospitality value chains. From Michelin-starred chefs and food scientists to sustainable farmers and beverage entrepreneurs, the awards recognize impact that is often overlooked. The 2026 edition continues to amplify these voices, providing
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Application Deadline: January 10, 2026 Applications are officially opened now for the She Code Africa Academy Program 2026 For Nigerian Women. is a high-impact, 12-week intensive training program. It is specifically designed to bridge the digital divide by providing Nigerian women with free, high-quality technical education. Whether you’re navigating a career transition or seeking guidance to level
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The SparkUp Initiative is a transformative capacity-building program designed to strengthen women-led organizations by equipping them with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to succeed in fundraising. This global initiative supports women-led organizations across all sectors—whether you’re working in education, health, gender equity, environmental justice, economic empowerment, policy advocacy, indigenous rights, or any other field. Program Overview Through
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FOGDEV, together with Access Bank, has launched the 2025 Wompreneur Empowerment Program — a short, intensive virtual training aimed at helping women-led businesses and early-stage entrepreneurs grow stronger and more sustainable. The program targets women who run small businesses, startups, or home-based ventures, and seeks to equip them with practical business skills, operational structure, and
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