Call for Applications: GrowHer Agribusiness Accelerator Program for Women Entrepreneurs
Applications are now open for the GrowHer Agribusiness Accelerator Program, an initiative designed to empower women-led agribusinesses with the skills, networks, and support needed to scale sustainable agricultural enterprises.
The programme seeks to strengthen women-owned businesses across the agricultural value chain by providing tailored business support, capacity building, and access to growth opportunities.
Implemented with support from , the accelerator aims to foster inclusive economic growth while enhancing the participation of women in Africa’s agribusiness ecosystem.
Programme Benefits
Selected participants will receive:
- Tailored business acceleration support
- Entrepreneurship and business management training
- Mentorship from industry experts and business leaders
- Access to networking opportunities and ecosystem connections
- Support to strengthen business models and growth strategies
- Exposure to potential partnerships and investment opportunities
- Peer learning opportunities with other women entrepreneurs
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Who Can Apply?
The programme is open to:
- Women-led agribusinesses
- Female entrepreneurs operating within the agricultural sector
- Small and growing agribusiness enterprises
- Businesses across the agricultural value chain
- Entrepreneurs seeking to scale and strengthen their businesses
Applicants are encouraged to review the detailed eligibility requirements on the official application portal.
Eligible Business Areas
Applications are welcome from businesses operating in areas such as:
- Crop production
- Livestock and poultry farming
- Agro-processing
- Agritech solutions
- Food value addition
- Agricultural logistics and distribution
- Agricultural services
- Climate-smart agriculture
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Why This Matters
Women play a critical role in Africa’s agricultural sector, yet many continue to face barriers in accessing finance, markets, skills, and business support.
Programmes like the GrowHer Agribusiness Accelerator are designed to bridge these gaps by equipping women entrepreneurs with the knowledge, networks, and resources needed to build resilient and profitable agribusinesses.
By supporting women-led enterprises, the programme contributes to job creation, food security, and inclusive economic development.
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