2025/2026 SMEDAN GROWHer Accelerator Programme for Women-Led Nigerian Businesses

Encouraging Aspiring Nigerian Women Entrepreneurs!

The 2025/2026 SMEDAN GROWHer Accelerator Programme, a game-changing project aimed at assisting and growing women-led enterprises in Nigeria, is currently accepting applications. Participants in this high-impact accelerator program receive crucial resources, coaching, and chances to expand into new markets, obtain capital, and experience sustained growth.

Concerning the GROWHer Accelerator Initiative

SMEDAN’s GROWHer Accelerator Program seeks to enable fearless, aspirational female entrepreneurs who are prepared to advance their companies. GROWHer offers the route to increased success and sustainability through specialized training, strategic connections, and knowledgeable mentoring.

Qualifications

If your company satisfies the following criteria, it is eligible for GROWHer:

• Market-Ready: Provides a service or product that is prepared for expansion.
• Women-Led: Started or co-founded by a woman between the ages of 18 and 50.
• Established: Has been in business for a minimum of three years.
• Having an active business account makes one financially active.
• Nigeria-Based: based in Nigeria and registered there.

Advantages of Becoming a GROWHer Member

• Expert Mentorship: Learn important lessons from prosperous business owners and leading figures in the field.
• Business Training: Develop your abilities with strategic direction and impactful courses.
• Effective Networking: Make connections with professionals, investors, and other female business owners.
• Funding Opportunities: Get money to expand and grow your company.
• Market Expansion: Boost exposure and open up new client prospects.

How to Apply

• Verify Eligibility: Make sure your company satisfies each of the aforementioned requirements.
• Get the necessary paperwork ready:
• A CAC certificate is evidence of a company’s registration.
• Evidence of business ownership, such as a memorandum of association or share certificate.
• A valid government-issued ID, such as a driver’s license or passport.
• Last six months’ worth of business bank statements.
• Catalogue or Product/Service Brochure.
• A brief business plan should not exceed two pages.

Send in Your Application: All materials should be sent to growher@smedan.gov.ng via email.

Application Deadline: 4th April, 2025

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