The African Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) runs an annual awards competition and an accelerator programme for women entrepreneurs across Africa, celebrating excellence and providing business development support. Finalists and winners gain access to mentorship, investor networks, media exposure, and targeted grant funding. The accelerator cohort receives structured training, coaching, and linkages to pan-African markets.
Eligibility details are available on paid plans.
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