Deadline:2nd February 2026
SheAscends is a women-focused accelerator supporting growth-stage entrepreneurs in Lagos, Nigeria.The program helps female founders unlock financial access, strengthen investment readiness, and scale impact-driven businesses. Through practical mentorship from industry experts and training workshops (virtual and in-person), She Ascends builds the capability women entrepreneurs need to grow.
Benefits
- Mentorship from Industry Experts
One-on-one guidance from people who’ve built what you’re building. Practical advice on operations, finance, and growth tailored to your business. - A Community of Women Building
Join a cohort of women entrepreneurs. Share challenges, learn together, and build relationships that outlast the program. - Access to Growth Capital
Up to ₦1,000,000 per business for qualified participants. Capital to buy equipment, stock inventory, or invest in what moves your business forward. - Ecosystem Opportunities
Strategic Partnerships, Facilitation of collaborations with development agencies, investors, and corporates committed to advancing women entrepreneurs. - Training Workshops
Virtual and in-person sessions covering financial management, pricing, operations, and everything else you need to scale with confidence. - Visibility & Storytelling
Featuring selected startups in case studies, media showcases, and Seedstars channels to highlight your journey and impact. - Impact Measurement & Gender-Lens Integration
Training and resources to design inclusive products, integrate gender KPIs, and scale gender-equitable innovation.
Eligibility
- Business Stage
Early and Mid-Growth stage businesses with proven revenue. You’ve moved past the idea phase, you’re selling, serving customers, and ready to scale. - Age
30–45 years old. - Model
For-profit, tech-enabled (traditional businesses with a strong digital edge are eligible). - Revenue
Minimum ₦6,000,000 annual revenue. - Sectors
We welcome businesses across industries. Food, retail, fashion, beauty, services, agriculture, and more. - Location
Lagos, Nigeria (pilot phase). - Ownership
Women in ownership/leadership, women as core customers, or women-forward employment practices.
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