The African Women Founders Summit (AWFS) 2025 is set to ignite the continent’s entrepreneurial scene with a powerful mix of strategic leadership and collaborative energy, joined by expert advisors and renowned partners across industries and parastatals.
The powerhouse event, organised by SheFoundry Limited, Nigeria’s leading venture studio for female founders and entrepreneurs, promises to take women-led ventures to new heights.
Slated to hold in Lagos, Nigeria, from November 13th to 14th, the summit will feature conversations by
- Investors and policymakers,
- Pan-African pitch competitions with funding awards,
- Business matching and networking with cross-border partners,
- Workshops and masterclasses infused with strategy and storytelling,
- as well as a showcase exhibition highlighting Africa’s top innovators.
Strategic Leadership
AWFS has assembled an impressive advisory team. These include: Mrs. Gloria Laraba Shoda (Women’s Leadership & Policy Advocacy Advisor); Mr. Otun Olalekan (Media Relations Advisor); Ms. Wofai Samuel (US–Africa Trade & Investment Advisor); Ms. Tochukwu Emereole (Communications & Marketing Advisor); and Dr. Jameelah Sharrief-Ayedun (Women’s Credit & Risk Infrastructure Advisor).
“My goal is to leverage storytelling, digital and traditional engagement strategies, and impactful branding to amplify the voices of African women entrepreneurs, positioning AWFS as a premier summit for innovation, investment, and global market access for African women. I am honored to serve as a member of the Board of Advisors at AWFS”; said Ms. Emereole.
These advisors are instrumental in shaping program content, galvanizing partnerships, and ensuring high-impact execution, setting the tone for meaningful conversations and long-term change.
Strategic Partners Driving Growth
AWFS 2025 is strengthened by key major partnerships. They include:
- Fern Capital, a $25 million venture fund dedicated to women’s health-tech and high-growth startups, will guide funding conversations and investor readiness.
- Funema VC, a venture builder and early-stage investor, brings deep support for founders ready to scale.
- CBAN (Credit Bureau Association of Nigeria), the national credit bureau, will provide financial credibility tools for women-owned businesses aiming to raise capital.
- Junior Chamber International (JCI) Lagos Metropolitan, a non-profit organisation pioneering leadership, community impact and global connection in Sub-Sahara Africa will bring onboard leadership development opportunities for participants.
- SheCode Africa, a non-profit organisation focused on celebrating and empowering young girls and women in Technology across Africa, would be crucial in providing access to tech resources and opportunities.
- Wiflow, a technology, information and media company, comes onboard with its expertise in digital promotions, set to curate powerful storytelling for engagements.
These partners will play vital roles in pitch events, mentorship sessions, financial literacy workshops, and digital storytelling campaigns, creating pathways for women-led ventures to secure mentorship, funding, and visibility.
The AWFS team recently staged a vibrant photoshoot and videography campaign to bring women’s entrepreneurial journeys to the fore. From boardroom-ready visuals to dynamic founder profiles, the content celebrates resilience, creativity, and innovation.
“These visuals signal that African women are shaping the future, and they’re ready to be seen” said Kikelomo Owoyale, CEO of SheFoundry Ltd.
Under the theme “Innovative Women, Inclusive World: The African Entrepreneurial Blueprint”, the summit is expected to be the continent’s most remarkable gathering of female business leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs. Uniting genderlens visionaries from all 54 African countries, bringing about change for women in business.
AWFS 2025 is open to exhibitors, investors, advisors, and media partners. Early-bird rates are available now, act fast to secure your spot.
- To register visit: https://www.shefoundry.com/awfs_summit/
- Media/sponsor inquiries: awfsinfo@shefoundry.com
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