About us
The economic empowerment and financial inclusion of women entrepreneurs in sectors contributing to the green transformation
IYBA WE4A is a regional flagship initiative designed to unlock the full potential of women entrepreneurs across Sub-Saharan Africa. Its vision is clear: a dynamic, inclusive, and green African economy powered by innovative women-led start-ups and MSMEs.
Opportunities
Melanin Kapital - Green Financing Opportunities for Women Building Africa's Future
Practical info1 June 2025 00:00 -I&P Acceleration WE4A - Call for Applications now open
IYBA WE4A and Investisseurs & Partenaires (I&P)Acceleration are inviting women entrepreneurs in Togo, Senegal, and Cameroon to apply for a funding and business support programme designed to help green enterprises strengthen their financial capacity and prepare for grow
Practical info19 June 2026 00:00 - 15 July 2026 00:00Webinar: Unlocking AI for Business Growth – A Practical AI Masterclass for Women Entrepreneurs
Practical info22 June 2026 00:00 - 22 July 2026 00:00Webinar - Get Credit Ready: Unlock Financing Opportunities for Green SMEs Credit Readiness Webinar with Melanin Kapital
Access to finance is a key driver of business growth, but securing funding requires more than simply submitting an application.
Practical info5 August 2026 00:00 - 11 August 2026 00:00
What We Offer
Knowledge products
Resilience in Action: Building and Growing Through Malawi’s Economic Shifts
KENYA- Policies brief - Building a more competitive and inclusive economy in Nakuru County
The Nakuru Trade and Market Policy 2026 and Cooperative Policy 2026, shaped by consultations in all 11 sub-counties and consolidated into one document, give MSMEs, especially women and youth, a framework for better access to finance, modern markets and stronger market linkages.
WEBINAR #6 Peer exchange on Investment Readiness for Early-Stage Businesses
The peer exchange explored what makes early-stage businesses genuinely ready to access finance, drawing on the perspectives of a commercial bank, an investor, and participating ESOs.
Assessment on the appropriateness of available financial services in the Kenyan market for SEED beneficiaries
Discover our latest study, carried out by the IYBA SEED team in Kenya in partnership with Intellecap, a comprehensive assessment of the Kenyan financial services landscape, spotlighting the gaps that keep early-stage businesses, youth, and women entrepreneurs from accessing the capital they need to grow.
News
From Local Roots to Global Ambition: The Rise of Parfums Sangô
For Françoise Epéti-Beckem, perfume is more than a product. It is an opportunity to show that Cameroon can create premium brands, add value to local resources and create jobs at home.Turning Seeds into Sustainable Success - LAMALO ESSENTIALS
Frustrated by a market devoid of quality organic personal care products and driven by a burning desire to stop post-harvest losses in their tracks, Rita Akuwana co-founded Lamalo Essentials in 2021.Where Nutrition Meets Sustainability: The Green Business Behind Abba Quality
Food is medicine," declares Scoviah Nakuti as she arranges shelves of nourishing food products at Abba Quality’s headquarters.From 100 m² to 1,000 m²: How WE4A Helped Sandrine Build a Growing Green Agribusiness in Cameroon
For Sandrine Talom Medefo, agriculture is more than a livelihood. It is a business opportunity, a way to promote more sustainable farming, and a means of creating opportunities for others.
Partners
Funding partners
Implementation lead
Implementation Partners
