Absa SHE STARS Program for Female Entrepreneurs (Kenya) 2022

The Absa SHE STARS Program supports female entrepreneurs from various sectors in Kenya to overcome some of the most prevalent challenges of today’s women in the business world.

About Absa

We are an African group inspired by the people we serve. We are determined to be a group that is respected globally and that Africa can be proud of. We are committed to finding local solutions to uniquely local challenges and everything we do is focused on adding value. To this end, we offer a range of retail, business, corporate and investment, wealth management and insurance solutions.   We are driven by our purpose and guided by our aspirations. We live by our values. Listed on the JSE, the Absa Group is one of Africa’s largest diversified financial services groups with ... read more

Absa SHE STARS Program

Aim and Benefits of Absa SHE STARS Program

The selected participants will receive:

1. Training in business skills
2. Mentorship with experienced female entrepreneurs (BIG SISTERS)
3. Networking opportunities
4. Peer-to-peer support
5. Access to markets and blended finance support

Requirements for Absa SHE STARS Program Qualification

Please familiarise yourself with the eligibility criteria below. Only customers that fulfil these criteria are eligible to apply. Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered.

1. Lead a business or a corporate business unit with an annual turnover of more than Ksh 30 million.
2. Have business development mentorship experience for at least 5 years
3. Experience in engaging with MSMEs.
4. The business should be solving a challenge within the following sectors: Agribusiness value chains, Hospitality & Tourism, Retail & Wholesale, Manufacturing, Education, Information and Communications Technology, Business Services (consultancy and basic services), Textile & Clothing, and Waste Management & Sanitation.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit Absa website.