Ignite-African Women in Agribusiness Fellowship Programme 2024

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Applications are now open for Ignite-African Women in Agribusiness Fellowship. Ignite is an 18-week fellowship tailored for women in agribusiness across Africa and the Diaspora, aimed at igniting entrepreneurs and professionals seeking to either start or scale up their businesses in the industry.

Ignite starts with a transformational virtual experience focused on leading through complexity, walking across lines of difference, and mobilising action to solve long-standing problems of poverty & division. Four months of weekly sessions from industry and cross industry experts, Working Groups, Office Hours, Peer Coaching and Feedback sessions.

Ignite-African Women in Agribusiness Fellowship Benefits

Participants will receive ongoing support from experienced facilitators, coaches and mentors throughout the Ignite program.
They will also have access to a dedicated support team to assist with any technical or logistical issues.
Participants will also learn the best way to access funds and how to tailor proposals whilst applying for grants.
Ignite will provide participants with a platform to network and connect with other women in the agribusiness industry.
Ignite will address common challenges faced by women in the agribusiness value chain, such as access to finance, market access, and sustainable agriculture practices.

Eligibility for Ignite-African Women in Agribusiness Fellowship

This program is open for women who are building resilient Agri ventures on the Africa continent.
Participants are required to dedicate approximately 15 hours per week to the program. This includes attending virtual sessions, completing assignments, and participating in networking events.