Our Work

Entrepreneurship & Business Growth

Helping women-owned businesses start, formalise, scale and reach new markets.

From first customer to cross-border trade, LWA supports women entrepreneurs with training, visibility, mentorship and investment readiness.

Key activities

Practical support on strategy, operations, pricing, compliance and growth planning.

Cohort-based training delivered online and through country chapters.

Digital positioning, e-commerce, productivity and AI tools for small business.

Buyer linkages, trade missions, exhibitions and export readiness support.

A listed profile in the LWA Women Entrepreneur Directory, discoverable by buyers and partners.

Financial documentation, business cases and investor engagement via Africa Capital Connect.

We develop women's capacity, influence and participation across business, government, diplomacy, academia, civil society and public leadership.

Expanding women's income, assets, agency and economic participation.

Evidence, dialogue and advocacy that shape better decisions for African women.