On International Women’s Day 2026, African nations highlighted efforts to boost women entrepreneurs through finance, training, and mentorship.

On International Women's Day 2026, several initiatives across Africa highlighted efforts to empower female entrepreneurs. In Nigeria, WINBAFRICA and the Abuja Chamber of Commerce emphasized the importance of youth and women in national development, while Stanford Seed Network launched a free webinar series to assist women in putting their business ideas into action. In Tanzania, CRDB Bank reported disbursing more than Sh560 billion to female entrepreneurs and assisting thousands through training and inclusive policies. The BIC Africa program provided free online training and mentorship, while Adesunmbo Adeoye's Inspiring Change Initiative continued to promote women's leadership and financial inclusion. Events in Nigeria and Tanzania demonstrated the importance of financial access, mentorship, and systemic change in driving long-term economic growth.