To support women entrepreneurs across sub–Saharan Africa, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) today opened applications for its She Wins Africa program, which aims to support the growth of up to 5000 women-led startups with advice, training, mentorship, and networking opportunities. Through a series of online and in-person workshops and other engagements, She Wins Africa will provide investment readiness training for participants and facilitate connections with potential investors through matchmaking and pitching events. She Wins Africa, part of IFC’s wider strategy to support women entrepreneurs, is open to women-led startups and entrepreneurs operating in sub-Saharan Africa. Women interested in applying to the program should visit the She Wins Africa program page or contact shewinsafrica@ifc.org for more information. “IFC is excited to welcome innovative women entrepreneurs to the She Wins Africa program and help them grow their businesses and reach new heights.”She Wins Africa will initially support a group of women-led African startups across various sectors.

Source: News Business Ethiopia August 18, 2023 19:15 UTC