This year’s International Women’s Day theme, “Give to Gain,” highlights the importance of supporting women in entrepreneurship, education, and leadership. Empowering women is a key driver of economic growth, innovation, and social progress ¹.
Why Womenpreneurs Matter
Women entrepreneurs bring unique perspectives, creativity, and resilience to the business world. Research shows that women-led businesses are more likely to succeed, create jobs, and contribute to their communities.
Skills for Women Entrepreneurs.
To thrive, women entrepreneurs need:
– *Digital Literacy*: Online marketing, e-commerce, and social media management
– *Financial Management*: Budgeting, accounting, and fundraising
– *Leadership and Communication*: Team management, negotiation, and networking
– *Innovation and Adaptability*: Problem-solving, creativity, and resilience
Empowerment Initiatives
Several organizations offer training, mentorship, and funding opportunities:
– *ImpactHER*: Provides digital skills training, mentorship, and funding access
– *AWEC*: Offers business management capacity-building programs
– *MTN Y’ellopreneur*: Supports female entrepreneurs with training and micro-grant financing
– *NCDMB*: Offers funding and capacity-building programs for women in oil and gas
– *Fidelity Bank’s FundHer*: Provides access to affordable credit of up to N100 million, growth capital, and tailored advisory support
– *Unipreneur eHub*: Offers free entrepreneurship development masterclass and ebooks on business ideas and development
Key Features of FundHer:
– *Working Capital Loan*: For managing day-to-day business operations
– *Asset Financing Loan*: For acquiring necessary equipment or assets
– *Business Expansion Loan*: For scaling up business operations
FundHer caters to businesses with high potential for innovation and impact across key sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare, technology, and the creative industry.
Government and Corporate Support.
Initiatives like the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board’s Women in Oil and Gas Intervention Fund and Wema Bank’s SARA Gives to Empower Her Award demonstrate the growing recognition of women entrepreneurs’ contributions .
Empowering women in entrepreneurship is crucial for Nigeria’s economic growth and development.
By providing access to training, mentorship, and funding, we can unlock the potential of women entrepreneurs and drive innovation, job creation, and social progress.
About the Author
Olubunmi Oluwadare is a renowned expert in entrepreneurship development, a National Business Development Service Provider (NBDSP), and business growth strategies.
As the founder of www.uni-preneur.com and www.getajob.ng, he has empowered thousands of entrepreneurs and job seekers across Nigeria and Africa.
As Chairman of BEEXO GROUP www.beexogroup.com, he continues to drive business growth and innovation in the region. His book, “I SEE MONEY IN AFRICA”, highlights the vast opportunities for entrepreneurs in Africa.
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www.olubunmioluwadare.com
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