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About AWFS.
Empowering Women, Redefining Africa’s Future
Welcome to the African Women Founders Summit 2025, the continent’s most dynamic convergence of female business leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs. This event, organized by SheFoundry, is set to unite visionaries from all 54 African nations, promoting collaboration, innovation, and systemic change for women in business.
At the heart of this summit is a commitment to showcasing the resilience and brilliance of African women entrepreneurs, while driving the conversations and actions necessary to shape Africa’s economic future.
What to Expect
• Keynote Addresses by female business leaders sharing insights and strategies. • Fireside Chats with industry experts exploring innovation and leadership. • Pan African Business Pitch Competition, empowering women-led start-ups. • Award Ceremonies celebrating exceptional achievements by women entrepreneurs. • Policy Conversations advocating for gender-inclusive economic growth. • Exhibitions showcasing Africa’s most innovative women-led businesses. • Business Matchmaking Sessions to connect entrepreneurs, investors, and collaborators. • Panel Discussions diving into entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership trends.
Why Attend?
- Build cross-border collaborations with like-minded innovators.
- Gain valuable insights and mentorship from industry leaders.
- Amplify your business through networking opportunities.
- Celebrate and contribute to the empowerment of African women in business.
Special Features
Pan African Business Pitch Competition
Compete for funding, mentorship, and international recognition in this multi-phase event.
Awards Gala Night
Recognizing excellence in categories such as Tech Innovator of the Year, Social Impact Award, and more.
Exclusive Exhibitions
Spotlighting women-led businesses driving impact and innovation.
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The African Women Founders Summit is more than an event—it’s a movement. Together, we are paving the way for systemic change and inspiring the next generation of African female entrepreneurs.
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Trailblazing Women Professionals
“Just imagine, if women had an equal role in the labor force, it could add as much as $28 trillion or 26% to the global annual GDP by 2025.” – McKinsey Global Institute