Women entrepreneurs across Nigeria have a fresh opportunity to strengthen their business skills and expand their professional networks as applications open for the Women Entrepreneurs Accelerate Africa (WEAA) 2026 Workshop.
- Women entrepreneurs across Nigeria have a fresh opportunity to strengthen their business skills and expand their professional networks as applications...
- The initiative brings together female founders, aspiring business owners and enterprise leaders for a day of learning, collaboration and practical...
- Women-owned businesses continue to contribute to employment, innovation and economic activity across the continent.
- Participants will also have the chance to connect with fellow entrepreneurs and explore resources that may support business growth.
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The initiative brings together female founders, aspiring business owners and enterprise leaders for a day of learning, collaboration and practical business development. The programme is being delivered through a partnership involving the Gordon Institute of Business Science, Argyle IT & Education, and the Enterprise Development Centre, with support from Robert Gordon University.
Empowering Women to Grow Stronger Businesses
The WEAA project focuses on advancing female entrepreneurship across Africa by improving access to training, business support and professional networks. Organisers say the workshop will provide participants with practical insights to help them improve operations, identify growth opportunities, and build more resilient enterprises.
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Women-owned businesses continue to contribute to employment, innovation and economic activity across the continent. Yet many entrepreneurs still encounter barriers when seeking mentorship, training opportunities, industry connections and resources that can support expansion. The workshop seeks to address some of these challenges by creating a platform for learning and collaboration.
What Participants Will Gain
Successful applicants will attend the workshop at no cost. The programme offers business development sessions, entrepreneurial learning opportunities and direct engagement with industry experts and facilitators. Participants will also have the chance to connect with fellow entrepreneurs and explore resources that may support business growth.
Networking remains a key attraction of the initiative. By bringing together women from different sectors and at different stages of their careers, the workshop aims to encourage knowledge sharing, partnerships, and peer learning that extend beyond the event itself.
Who Can Apply?
The opportunity is open to ambitious women entrepreneurs in Nigeria who are interested in expanding their business knowledge and strengthening their entrepreneurial capabilities. Both emerging and established business owners are encouraged to register.
Organisers note that attendance spaces are limited, so early registration is essential for interested applicants. Participation is subject to successful registration and confirmation.
Event Date and Venue
The WEAA 2026 Workshop is scheduled for 19 June 2026 in Lagos State. Activities will run from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., providing a full day of business-focused learning and engagement.
As more attention turns to supporting women-led enterprises across Africa, programmes like WEAA continue to offer valuable opportunities for founders to gain new knowledge, strengthen networks, and get practical tools to help their businesses thrive. Interested applicants can complete the registration process before available slots are filled.
Interested female founders can apply here.
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