IYBA-WE4A Programme 2026
EU/GIZ programme empowering women entrepreneurs in Sub-Saharan Africa with capacity building, mentorship, and access to finance through implementing partners.
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About this Program
The IYBA-WE4A (Investing in Young Business in Africa - Women Entrepreneurship for Africa) Programme is designed to empower women entrepreneurs in Sub-Saharan Africa through targeted capacity building, mentorship, business development support, and access to finance. Funded under the broader Investing in Young Business in Africa (IYBA) initiative supported by the European Union and Germany (GIZ), the programme aims to strengthen the ecosystem for women-led businesses across the continent through implementing partners in multiple countries.
Benefits & What You Get
Capacity building, mentorship, business development support, access to finance through partner networks, EU/GIZ ecosystem integration, training and entrepreneurship resources.
Eligibility
Women entrepreneurs in Sub-Saharan Africa running early-stage to growth-stage businesses. Specific eligibility varies by implementing partner and country.
Equity Terms
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Source: European Union & GIZ
Uganda 
Ghana 
Rwanda 
Egypt 
Tunisia 
Nigeria