Deadline: Today, April 4, 2025
Applications are now open for the SMEDAN GROWHer Accelerator Programme 2025. This programme is designed to support strong and ambitious women entrepreneurs in Nigeria. It helps women-led businesses grow, find new customers, and secure funding. GROWHer provides the tools, mentorship, and support needed for success and long-term growth.
GROWHer is a powerful support programme designed to help women-led businesses in Nigeria grow quickly. You’ll receive expert guidance, learn valuable business skills, and connect with people who can help. With GROWHer, you can reach more customers, improve your business, and secure funding.
Take your business to the next level with GROWHer!
Benefits
- Expert Mentorship – Learn from top business leaders and successful entrepreneurs.
- Business Training – Improve your skills with useful workshops and business lessons.
- Powerful Networking – Meet investors, business experts, and other women entrepreneurs.
- Funding Opportunities – Get access to money to grow your business.
- Market Expansion – Reach more people and find new customers.
Eligibility Criteria
To participate, businesses must meet specific criteria to ensure they are ready for the accelerator’s intensive support. The eligibility requirements are as follows:
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Business Leadership | Must be founded or co-founded by a woman aged 18-50. |
| Operational History | Must have been operational for at least 3 years. |
| Market Readiness | Must offer a product or service ready for scale. |
| Registration and Location | Must be registered and operating in Nigeria. |
| Financial Health | Must hold an active business account and demonstrate financial stability, though specific profitability metrics were not detailed beyond operational history. |
These criteria ensure that the program targets established women-led businesses with growth potential, rather than nascent startups, which is a notable distinction from many other accelerators.
Application Process
The application process is straightforward but requires careful preparation of documents. Applicants are required to:
- Verify eligibility against the criteria listed above.
- Prepare the following documents:
- CAC Certificate (proof of business registration).
- Proof of Business Ownership.
- Valid Government-Issued ID.
- Business Bank Statement for the last 6 months.
- Product/Service Brochure or Catalogue.
- Brief Business Plan (maximum 2 pages).
- Submit all documents via email to [email protected].
The deadline for submissions is April 4, 2025, which is tomorrow, emphasizing the urgency for interested applicants to act promptly. After submission, an expert panel reviews applications to select the most promising women-led businesses, with successful applicants notified via email and phone for further instructions on program details and onboarding.
Smedan Growher Application Closing Date
The application deadline of April 4, 2025, there is only one day left for submissions. This tight timeline underscores the need for prompt action, and potential applicants are encouraged to ensure all documents are ready and submitted before the cutoff to avoid missing this opportunity. The urgency is further highlighted by the program’s transformative potential, as evidenced by its alignment with International Women’s Day 2025 themes and SMEDAN’s commitment to gender equality in business.
How to Apply
Send all your documents by email to:
📧 [email protected]
For more information, visit:
🌐 SMEDAN GROWHer Accelerator