Empowering African Women Entrepreneurs: Apply Now for the Afreximbank Export Readiness Training Program (Up to $1,000 Grant + Free Trip to Algeria)
African women-led businesses have a new opportunity to gain global exposure and export knowledge through the ShowcaseHER Program—a fully-funded initiative designed to equip women entrepreneurs with the tools needed to thrive in international trade.
Organized by ImpactHER in collaboration with the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), this six-month virtual training program is designed specifically for women-led Small and Medium Enterprises (WSMEs) across Africa. It begins on August 1st, 2025, and is completely free to participants.
Program Overview
The ShowcaseHER Program aims to prepare women-owned businesses for the export market by building their capacity in key areas such as:
- Export readiness
- Business digitalization
- Access to trade finance
- Mentorship for cross-border trade success
This initiative aligns with the goals of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to promote intra-African trade and ensure that women entrepreneurs are not left behind in the continent’s economic integration.
The program is also a gateway to greater opportunities: participants who successfully complete the program stand a chance to receive a grant of up to $1,000 and an all-expense-paid trip to the Intra-African Trade Fair 2025 scheduled to take place in Algiers, Algeria.
Who Should Apply?
This program is ideal for women entrepreneurs who:
- Own and operate a registered SME in any African or Caribbean country. Special consideration is given to businesses based in Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, Kenya, and Egypt.
- Are already exporting their products or actively exploring export opportunities.
- Are seeking funding to scale their businesses into international markets.
About the Organizers
ImpactHER is an award-winning non-profit that supports African women in business through training, capacity building, and financial access. The organization was recognized as the top support platform for African women-owned businesses at the 2022 African Union SME Summit and was also a 2023 finalist in the United Nations SDG Awards.
Afreximbank is a Pan-African financial institution dedicated to facilitating and expanding African trade. With a commitment to inclusive development, the bank serves as a hub for financial and trade expertise on the continent.
Application Deadline:
July 6, 2025
If you’re a woman entrepreneur ready to take your business global, don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert training, secure funding, and connect with trade leaders across Africa.
