ANWEI Nigeria

ANWEI - NIGERIA

Empowering African Women Through Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Building a prosperous Africa where women lead, invest, and thrive.

Who We Are

African Network of Women Entrepreneurs Initiative (ANWEI–Nigeria) was founded to bring women together who share the same goals, helping them work together, mentor each other, and support one another as entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals.

It was established as part of the larger ANWEI network that operates in several African countries, ANWEI-Nigeria works to create opportunities for women and girls to thrive in society, business, and their careers, while also highlighting the important role they play in Africa’s growth.

Under the leadership of Amb. Lady Ola-Rose Ironkwe, our Country Representative, we coordinate programs that equip women and girls with resources, training, and platforms needed to succeed in business, education, and community leadership.

Our Mission

To empower African women and girls with the skills and support they need to lead, invest, and succeed in life and business through entrepreneurship, money management, access to funding, leadership training, and mentorship.

Our Vision

To build a prosperous Africa where women lead, own, and influence economic systems.

We aim to strengthen economic independence, reduce post-harvest losses, and promote national food security by providing women, youth, and micro-entrepreneurs with access to modern agro-processing facilities, skills training, and business support

Our Values

We work honestly and openly, taking responsibility for our actions, and follow values of fairness, inclusion, non-violence, and social justice.

We believe that when women and girls come together, support one another, and get the resources they need to succeed, all of Africa benefits.

Our Objectives and What We Do

ANWEI-Nigeria is a non-profit, non-political organization focused on bridging gaps in women’s economic empowerment. We bring together professionals, educators, investors, and women entrepreneurs passionate about fostering sustainable growth.

Our programs focus on high-impact interventions that empower women and support the girl child:

Empower Women Economically

By providing women with tools, training, and resources to start, grow, and sustain businesses.
By promoting entrepreneurship, vocational skills, and access to financial opportunities.

Support the Girl Child

To ensure girls have access to quality education, life skills, mentorship, and leadership development.
To protect girls’ rights and provide awareness on reproductive health, gender-based violence, and self-advocacy.

Enhance Financial Inclusion

To facilitate access to grants, loans, and investment opportunities for women and youth.
To build financial literacy through workshops, mentorship, and cooperative support.

Promote Leadership & Capacity Building

To develop women and girls’ leadership skills to participate in governance, decision-making, and community development.
To foster networks and mentorship programs linking young girls and women with experienced professionals.

Encourage Sustainable Development & Innovation

To support initiatives like shared Afro-processing facilities, skill-training programs, and value-addition projects.
To promote eco friendly practices, ensure enough food for communities, and boost local businesses.

Advocate for Women & Girls’ Rights

To push for fair policies for women, end harmful cultural practices, and create equal opportunities for everyone.
Raise awareness on social justice, equity, and non-discrimination in communities.

Build Community & Pan-African Networks

Facilitate collaboration among women entrepreneurs, investors, NGOs, and stakeholders across Africa.
To build support, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing so women can have a bigger impact on the economy across Africa.

Our Impact

Entrepreneurship & Business Development

● Vocational and entrepreneurship training for women and youth.

● Support for women-led startups and small businesses.

● Shared Agro-Allied Processing Plant offering modern grain, spice, meat, and dry food processing facilities.

● Development of ANWEI-branded products from our facilities, designed to promote women-led business and create recognizable value in the market

Education & Capacity Building

● Scholarships and adult literacy programs to ensure girls access quality education and life skills

● Leadership development programs for women to increase their participation in governance and decision-making

Community & Policy Advocacy

● Linking young girls with women role models to build leadership, entrepreneurship, and confidence

● Educating girls on their rights, reproductive health, and protection from violence

● Practical skills programs to prepare girls for economic independence

Financial Literacy & Access to Capital

● Through workshops and mentorship to equip women with skills to manage, grow, and scale businesses

● Opportunities for investors to engage in ANWEI initiatives, including our Mart, processing facilities, and branded products

Health & Well-Being

● Awareness campaigns on wellness, reproductive health, maternal care, HIV/AIDS, and sexual and gender-based violence

● Access to counseling and essential health services in collaboration with local health institutions

ANWEI Programs

Our Achievements

Grain & cereal processing, spice & tea processing, meat & fish handling, dry food production, packaging & labeling, and business development training.

Vocational skills, entrepreneurship, and cooperative development for women and youth.

General participants contribute on projects, while management members focus on strategic planning.

2025

Built an active community of 50+ engaged women entrepreneurs and professionals

Established an operational national organization and office in Abuja

2026

● Position Nigeria as a regional leader in gender-focused agro-industrial innovation

● Directly support hundreds of women and girls through workshops, business incubation, agro-processing training, and product development.

2030

By 2030 We Aim To

● Empower over 500 women through access to shared processing facilities

● Train 1,000+ individuals in entrepreneurship and agro-processing

● Create 150 direct and indirect jobs

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