Women in Business & Leadership Committee
Empowering Women, Driving Success
The Women in Business & Leadership Committee of Make in Africa is a platform for advancing gender equality and bringing more women into African industry and leadership. Its members are accomplished women leaders and allies from across the continent, with deep professional experience and diverse cultural perspective. Through networking, advocacy for gender diversity, training and mentorship, the committee backs women who make, trade and lead, and asks governments and partners for finance and market access that reach women-owned firms.
Our Vision
Building a Future of Inclusive Leadership
To build an African economy where women lead, own and run industry, with equal access to finance, markets and decision-making.
Our Mission
Championing Women's Empowerment
- Facilitate Networking: Host events that connect women leaders across industries to share knowledge and work together.
- Advocate for Gender Diversity: Promote policies and practices that bring more women into leadership.
- Mentor and Train: Offer tailored training and mentorship to women entrepreneurs and professionals.
- Collaborate for Equity: Partner with organisations that promote gender equality at work and beyond.
What We Do?
Advancing Women in Business
- Educational Workshops: Run seminars and training to give women the skills and knowledge to lead well.
- Networking Opportunities: Create spaces for women to exchange ideas, share experience and build partnerships.
- Advocacy Initiatives: Work with governments and industry bodies on policies that support women in the workforce.
- Supportive Ecosystem: Offer resources, mentorship and tools to help women entrepreneurs scale their businesses.
Focus Areas: Supporting Women in Leadership
- Networking Events: Hold forums that build lasting connections among women leaders.
- Policy Advocacy: Engage policymakers on measures that support gender diversity and equity.
- Mentorship Programmes: Pair women entrepreneurs with experienced leaders for guidance.
- Collaborative Partnerships: Work with like-minded organisations to advance gender equality.
Why Join the Women in Business & Leadership Committee?
- Expand Your Network: Connect with women leaders, entrepreneurs and professionals.
- Access Mentorship: Gain guidance and insight from experienced mentors.
- Influence Change: Join advocacy that shapes policies supporting gender equity.
Lead the Change for Women in Business
Join the Women in Business & Leadership Committee and become part of a movement that helps women lead and succeed. Become a Member and help build a more inclusive and equitable business world in Africa.
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About
The Make In Africa Global Summit (MIAGS) is a global platform connecting leaders, businesses, investors, institutions and policymakers shaping the next era of economic growth across the Global South and Africa.
MIAGS advances South–South cooperation, trade, investment, industrialization, technology, infrastructure and economic resilience, creating platforms for dialogue, strategic partnerships and cross-border opportunities.
Our mission is to strengthen the Global South and Africa’s role in the global economy by connecting capital with opportunity, innovation with markets and economic priorities with action—while fostering a more connected, productive and influential economic future.