Africa Forward | Inspire & Connect

Finance inclusive et leadership féminin - Faire du genre un moteur de croissance

11 mai 2026 | 10:15 EAT - 10:45 EAT

Agora Trust

Description

Ce panel explore comment des approches de financement sensibles au genre peuvent devenir un levier de croissance. Il abordera à la fois les freins rencontrés par les femmes entrepreneures et les opportunités économiques qu’ouvre une meilleure inclusion financière. La discussion partira du terrain pour remonter vers les priorités systémiques.

Résumé :

This panel discussion highlights that the $42 billion financing gap for women entrepreneurs in Africa is not a pipeline issue, but a systemic one rooted in bias and outdated lending criteria. Experts from the banking, venture capital, and corporate sectors argue that investing in women is a proven business opportunity that requires intentional strategies, such as gender-disaggregated data, performance-based KPIs, and a shift from mere mentorship to active sponsorship. Ultimately, the panelists emphasize that unlocking the full potential of African women is essential to the continent's long-term economic growth and development. This summary was generated by AI.

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