Hello Innovators! 👋

Precious here from SASIE, your partner in tech entrepreneurship.

I hope you're all doing well with your week so far!

This week, I am shining the light on some amazing opportunities designed to enable you, our amazing women entrepreneurs, to take your businesses to the next level. Whether you are a tech innovator who has a solution for Africa's energy sector or a leader who wants to network with a global association, I have some great opportunities for you.

Prepare to see how you can power your aspirations and make your mark. Let’s dive in!

• Africa's Business Heroes 2025 – Apply to win up to $300,000!

• Vital Voices Global Fellowship 2025: Empowering Women Leaders Globally!

• Activate Investment Potential: Apply for Professional Expertise and Resources to Grow Your Business!

• AWIEF 2025 Call for Speakers: Share Your Expertise on Africa's Leading Women's Economic Empowerment Platform!

• Calling All Innovators in Digital Energy: Power the Future of Africa!

Africa's Business Heroes 2025: Win Funding & Support to Grow Your Impact!

Calling African Women Entrepreneurs: Apply to win up to $300,000!

The Jack Ma Foundation-funded Africa's Business Heroes (ABH) competition is now open! The program invests in African entrepreneurs who are making a positive impact, and women founders are especially invited to apply for a chance to win significant funding (a share of $1.5 million, with a big chunk to the winner), mentorship, and valuable connections.

What is ABH? It's more than just funding, it's a platform for growth, with recognition, mentorship, and a strong network of African business leaders.

Who is eligible to apply? Founders or co-founders of Africa-based businesses that have been operating for at least three years, with positive impact and potential for growth. You must be a driving force behind the business.

What’s in it for you?

• Securing up to $300,000 to inject serious momentum into your business.

• Gaining pan-African and global visibility, putting your brand on the map.

• Connecting with influential business leaders and investors who can open doors.

• Receiving mentorship from business icons to guide your growth strategy.

• Becoming part of an exclusive community of Africa's top entrepreneurs.

Deadline: May 23rd 2025

The Promise Foundation Announces Public Capital Readiness Program for Women Business Owners!

Hosted by: The Promise Foundation

Master the Art of Fundraising & Secure Investment for Your Business

The Promise Foundation is delighted to introduce its Capital Readiness Program, designed to equip women entrepreneurs with the know-how, tools, and skills required to successfully navigate fundraising and secure the capital necessary for expansion. The Capital Readiness Program helps women entrepreneurs understand the intricacies of fundraising and articulate their business value to secure the funding they need to grow.

What you’ll gain:

• Learn the Fundraising Environment: Familiarize yourself with multiple funding alternatives, from angel investors to venture capital.

• Create Effective Investor Pitches: Create strong presentations that appeal to potential providers of capital.

• Develop Sound Financial Projections: Learn how to build credible and compelling financial projections.

• Navigate Due Diligence: Get familiar with the investor scrutiny process and prepare for it.

• Network with Investors & Peers: Meet with prospective providers of capital and access a network of peers that offer support.

Vital Voices Global Fellowship 2025: Empowering Women Leaders Globally!

Take Your Leadership to the Next Level: Apply for a Fully-Funded Global Leadership Experience!

Vital Voices Global Partnership is pleased to announce the call for application for its competitive Global Fellowship 2025. This transformative 10-month leadership program aims to convene women leaders from diverse backgrounds, develop their capacities, establish a network, and amplify their impact on global issues. If you are a woman leader creating change in your country or globally, this fully-funded fellowship could be your next bold step.

Fellows will receive:

• Fully Sponsored Participation: Vital Voices covers all program costs, travel, accommodations, and food for the in-person convening.

• Leadership Development: Access to Vital Voices' highly regarded leadership development curriculum.

• Pillar-Specific Skill-Building: Public leaders (VV Engage) and social entrepreneurs (VV Venture) have specific training.

• Cross-Sector Collaboration: The opportunity to build partnerships with leaders from different sectors.

• Global Network: Access to the Vital Voices Community Hub and an international network of over a thousand changemakers for mentoring, peer learning, and strategic linkage.

• In-Person Convening: A chance to deepen learning and connection with peers at an in-person gathering in the third quarter of 2025 (site to be announced).

• Certificate of Completion: Provided upon successful completion of the program.

Deadline: April 21st, 2025

AWIEF 2025 Call for Speakers: Share Your Expertise on Africa's Leading Women's Economic Empowerment Platform!

Share Your Story: Be a Voice at the Leading Forum for African Women Entrepreneurs!

The African Women in Enterprise Forum (AWIEF) 2025 invites dynamic and reflective speakers to share its impactful program. Whether you are an entrepreneur woman, business leader, policymaker, or specialist who is passionate about advancing women's economic empowerment in Africa, this is your platform to share your experience, inspire others, and connect with an impactful audience.

Why Speak at AWIEF 2025?

• Elevate Your Profile: Receive unparalleled exposure as a prominent thinking leader in the African women entrepreneurial ecosystem.

• Share Your Passion: Inspire with your knowledge, experience, and success stories before an engaged and influential audience.

• Connect with Leaders: Network with fellow speakers, entrepreneurs, investors, and policy leaders across Africa and worldwide.

• Contribute to Growth: Enable contribution significantly toward defining the agenda and inspiring the momentum for women in African business.

• Raise Your Profile: Potentially get media exposure through AWIEF's partnerships.

Deadline: April 30th, 2025

Calling All Innovators in Digital Energy: Power the Future of Africa!

Empower Women-Led Businesses with Your Digital Skills – Apply Now!

Are you a woman entrepreneur with a bold, digital solution for Africa’s energy challenges? The Digital Energy Challenge 2025 is here — your chance to secure funding, gain recognition, and help shape a sustainable, tech-driven energy future for the continent!

Why Apply?

✅ Win vital funding to pilot, scale, or commercialize your digital energy solution

✅ Boost your visibility in Africa’s energy and tech sectors

✅ Network with key stakeholders, partners, and investors

✅ Play an active role in driving Africa’s clean energy future

✅ Showcase your innovation on a high-impact platform

Who Can Apply?

🔹 Women-led startups and SMEs innovating in the African energy sector

🔹 Solutions in smart grids, renewable energy, energy access, and efficiency

🔹 Entrepreneurs passionate about transforming Africa’s energy systems

Deadline: May 16th, 2025 Don’t miss out 🚀

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