African hubs network AfriLabs and 2X Global, a global industry body focused on increasing the volume and impact of capital directed towards women’s economic empowerment worldwide, have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at advancing intersectional gender lens investing across emerging economies. Having recently announced the admission of 16 new hubs, AfriLabs now has a network of 478 hubs across 260 cities in 53 African nations. 2X Global, meanwhile, is a global membership and field-building organisation for investors, capital providers, and intermediaries working in public and private markets, focused on increasing the amount of capital directed towards female interests. “We are thrilled about our partnership with 2X Global, a leader in advancing intersectional Gender Lens Investing globally. “2X Global and AfriLabs have a common focus on knowledge sharing and capacity building, not to mention a shared commitment to supporting women’s economic empowerment.

Source: The North Africa Journal May 17, 2024 07:48 UTC