The program seeks rising female entrepreneurs based in Nigeria, Kenya or South Africa using tech to solve a local development challenge.
Five founders from each country will be selected to join the delegation to the UK in January 2020.
Through the program, you will be able to gain access to world-class mentoring, 1:1 time with UK investors and expert training to help scale your company.
The application for this program is now open and the deadline is 21 November 5 pm (GMT). Click here to access the Application Form.
Program details
Across a three day tailored program (20 – 22 January), participants will benefit from masterclasses, events, and workshops designed to provide in-depth training on how to scale and grow their business, expand into the UK, and how best to position their purpose-driven organizations. Participants will discover the UK’s thriving tech ecosystem, exploring new opportunities for global partnerships and increased investment through peer-to-peer networking.
The agenda will include:
Activities will be delivered by UK tech experts and the Department for International Trade’s Global Entrepreneur Programme (GEP) Dealmakers and alumni, including prominent female tech leaders.
Eligibility criteria
The program will be delivered alongside the Africa Investment Summit, taking place in London on 20 January. We expect winners to be able to attend the Summit.