The program was created to empower women owned businesses with the knowledge, networks, and funding needed to scale. The program combines business education with access to grant funding, networking, and business exposure.
Over the years, the program has empowered women entrepreneurs across Africa, equipping them with practical business skills, strategic mentorship, and financial support to help strengthen their businesses and unlock opportunities for sustainable growth.
Benefits
N7 million to the first beneficiary
N5 million to the second beneficiary
N3 million to the third beneficiary
N2 million to the fourth beneficiary
N1 million to the fifth beneficiary
Category 2
N500,000 each to five additional beneficiaries
N250,000 each to ten additional beneficiaries
Requirements
Applicants must have an Access Bank account number (Individual or Business account)
Applicant must be a woman in Business with a minimum of 50% ownership
Applicant’s Business must be registered
Applicant must be between the ages 18 to 55
Applicant’s Business must have been operating for over 1year
Applicant must complete and submit the application form
Method of Application
Click Here to Apply
Three Stages
1. Submit your application: Complete and submit the online application form with your business details before September 29th, 2026
2. Shortlisted applicants submit a one-minute video pitch about the business, then join the Mini-MBA program.
3. Applicants with qualifying business pitches are selected to advance to the next stage of the program
For further enquiries Please email wcares@accessbankplc.com.
Application Deadline: September 29, 2026.