The Women Entrepreneurs Finance Initiative (We-Fi) channels blended finance and grants through partner financial institutions across Sub-Saharan Africa to close the financing gap for women-led SMEs. Women entrepreneurs can access loans with reduced collateral requirements, technical assistance, and capacity-building support through local partner banks and DFIs. The programme targets sectors where women face the greatest financing barriers including agriculture, trade, and manufacturing.
Eligibility details are available on paid plans.
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