I had a great time catching up over coffee with Dhivya O’Connor, CEO of the Cherie Blair Foundation for Women, where we delved into the promising future of female entrepreneurship in Africa, exploring the intrinsic gaps and the impactful initiatives the foundation spearheads to empower female entrepreneurs across low-income communities.

In Nigeria alone, nearly 23 million women lead micro-businesses, underscoring the pivotal role women play in driving economic growth and fostering innovation. Our conversation shed light on the challenges these women face including access to market and finance and the transformative potential they possess.
It’s inspiring to witness organizations like the Cherie Blair Foundation dedicating themselves to bridging these gaps and providing vital support to female entrepreneurs.

Here’s to continued collaboration and empowerment, unlocking the boundless potential of female entrepreneurship in Africa and beyond.