Africa Women Innovation & Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) Partners with Victoria’s Secret
Africa Women Innovation & Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF), in collaboration with the renowned global brand Victoria’s Secret & Co., is pleased to announce the call for submissions for the 2024 cohort of AWIEF Growth Accelerator for Nigerian Women Entrepreneurs. Interested candidates who meet the requirements are encouraged to submit their applications by the deadline of March 24, 2024.
Program Details
This program is designed for multi-sector businesses, with a focus on technology-based and tech-enabled ventures in key sectors such as agriculture, health, education, creative industry, financial services, renewable energy, logistics, and climate-smart solutions. In 2024, the partnership between AWIEF and Victoria’s Secret will provide an opportunity for twenty (20) women founders and/or leaders of innovative, growth-stage businesses based in Nigeria to participate in a seven-month, high-impact, investment readiness program.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for selection, businesses must meet the following criteria:
Ownership: Women-owned (>51%)
Leadership: Women-led at C-Suite or equivalent level
OR
Product or service specifically or disproportionately benefits women
Additional Requirements
- Based and operating in Nigeria
- Highly innovative and scalable ventures
- In post-revenue stage
- In operation for not less than three years
- Owned or led by ambitious and committed women entrepreneurs
- Seeking investment or funding to scale and expand
Application Deadline
The deadline for applications is March 24, 2024, at 11:59pm West Africa Time (WAT). All applications must be submitted through the following link: Apply Here
