Introducing the Sustaining Impact Prize: Celebrating Innovative Solutions for Sustainable Development in Africa
We are excited to launch the Sustaining Impact Prize, an initiative that recognizes and rewards innovative solutions driving sustainable development in Africa. This prestigious prize aims to celebrate impact-focused organizations and initiatives on the continent that demonstrate a commitment to self-sufficiency and sustainable resourcing. The award will be judged based on a project or initiative’s: […]
REGISTRATION FOR 6TH EDITION SUMMIT IS NOW OPEN
“Registration is now open for our 6th Annual Summit! We’re excited to announce that this year’s event will be a hybrid experience, offering the best of both virtual and in-person worlds! Day 1 will be virtual featuring the panel discussions will engage experts to delve into the questions around resource access challenges and the role […]
ASEW UNVEILS NEW BRAND IDENTITY AND WEBSITE
The African Social Enterprise Workshop (ASEW) is thrilled to announce the launch of our new website. Alongside this, we are unveiling our new brand identity, marking a significant milestone in our journey. This rebranding signifies not just a visual evolution but also reflects our network’s growth and ongoing commitment to empowering social enterprises across Africa. Our new […]
Theme Announcement
We are thrilled to announce the theme for the 6th Edition Summit, Resourcing Impact: Exploring opportunities, gaps, and strategies for sustaining impact initiatives in Africa. This promises to be our most impactful event yet! This year, our ‘summer edition’ has been rebranded as the ‘Sustaining Impact Summit’, a new identity aimed at further enhancing the […]
Invitation to Apply – Westerwelle Young Founders Programme Spring 2024 (Fully-funded)
Ready to take your business to new heights? The Young Founders Programme is calling all entrepreneurs from Asia, Africa, and Latin America! Unlock Your Leadership Potential for Sustainable Impact The Westerwelle Young Founders Programme (YFP) invites driven leaders from emerging and developing markets to embark on a transformative six-month fellowship. Committed to nurturing a sustainable […]
Création Africa Initiative For Cultural Entrepreneurs
Embark on a transformative journey with Création Africa, an innovative initiative spearheaded by the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs in collaboration with the Embassy of France and the French Institute of South Africa (IFAS). This groundbreaking project is designed to elevate and empower cultural entrepreneurs in South Africa, Lesotho, and Malawi. What […]
Social Entrepreneur Of The Month-December
Briefly tell us about yourself and your organization? I’m Edward Okojie, a multifaceted professional with a background in farming, economics, fitness coaching, and financial market analysis. Holding a degree in Economics from the University of Abuja, I proudly serve as the Founder and CEO of Oak Forest Company Ltd, an agro development firm located […]
Empowering Change: Join the Top 50 Founders at Zinc on a Mission to Revolutionize Health and Planet Sustainability
Zinc is on a mission to fuel change by investing in a select group of 50 founders determined to create businesses that positively impact the health of people and the planet. As an early-stage investor with an investment potential of up to £300,000 per venture, coupled with hands-on guidance from experts in science, business, people, […]
Social Entrepreneur Of The Month-November
Briefly tell us about yourself and your organization. My name is Anne Obize, I am the founder of Teens Connect Africa. Teens Connect Africa is a social enterprise that provides teenagers in undeserved communities with access to mentorship, resources, and opportunities to develop their talents and become productive members of society. Since its establishment in […]
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program
As part of our objectives at ASEW to support emerging and established social entrepreneurs across Africa, see below an educational opportunity as published by the sponsor. Mastercard foundation program Original-McGill University, in collaboration with the Mastercard Foundation, has been dedicated to the empowerment of academically gifted young leaders from Sub-Saharan Africa through the esteemed Mastercard […]
Social Entrepreneur Of The Month – October
Briefly tell us about yourself and your organization? I’m Kromyon Dakai, currently serving as the Team Lead at ManguSkillsConnect (MSC). My roots trace back to the beautiful Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State, Nigeria, in the early 1990s.My passion is fueled by the desire to contribute my share to uplift humanity from its current […]
Social Entrepreneur Of The Month – September 2023
Briefly tell us about yourself and your organization? I am Joshua Oliech, the founder of Kisumu West Aid Community-Based Organization (CBO). I am a widower, with two children and striving to make a positive impact in our community. My goal is to inspire and support as many vulnerable individuals as possible. I am characterized […]
Exciting Collaboration: African Social Enterprise Workshop Teams Up with Tangaza University College!
We are thrilled to announce a partnership between the African Social Enterprise Workshop (ASEW) and the Institute For Social Transformation – Tangaza University College. This exciting collaboration marks a significant milestone as we gear up to host the much-awaited 5th Summer Edition of the African Social Enterprise Workshop (17-18 Aug, Virtual). ASEW has been at […]
Opportunity For Individuals Looking To Build A Mission Driven Business With Up To £250,000 Investment
Zinc is an early-stage investor, which back Founders who want to build a new mission-driven business, even if they don’t yet have a team or an idea. Their Venture Builder program supports Founders to build brand new commercial businesses by providing access to co-founders, investment, experts, in-house R&D support and a proven process to launch […]
Social Entrepreneur of the month – January 2023
1. Briefly tell us about yourself and your organisation. My name is Erasmus Mensah-Ackon. The name of my organisation is Duapa Werkspace. It is a skills development and entrepreneurship hub located in the western region of Ghana. Our sole aim is to help in reducing youth unemployment through various capacity-building programs that empower the youth […]
Completion of Website project and launch
Following on from our last post, ASEW has finally concluded the FREE web design for African social entrepreneurs’ (F-ASE) project and launched three websites hosted, designed and developed without charges to participating organizations. According to the Convener of ASEW, Dr Adeyemi, the aim of the free website project is to offer online presence and support […]
Social Entrepreneur of the Month – November 2022
1. Briefly tell us about yourself and your organization. My name is Catherine Boafo Ashong and I am the founder and CEO of Mawutwueni – a social enterprise focused on inclusive training, advocacy research, rural development and agri-business to impact women-led and youth-led MSMEs in communities to improve their livelihoods. 2. What motivated you […]
Making More Health Accelerator Program 2023: Receive Financial and Investor access Support
Closing Date: 13-Jan-23 Applicants are invited to submit their applications for the Making More Health Business Accelerator Program, a structured business growth program targeted at social entrepreneurs with innovative solutions in the health sector. The program offers two engagement phases. Phase 1, called the “Pilot Phase”, runs for 12 months and focuses on supporting entrepreneurs […]
ASEW Offers Free Website Design to African Social Entrepreneurs
The African Social Enterprise Workshop (ASEW), in its bid to support African Social Entrepreneurs, announced a free website design offer to selected group members. The offer was to help participating social entrepreneurs have an online presence to showcase their activities and to better build and engage with their digital audience. Following an informal review process, […]
Social Entrepreneur of the Month – October 2022
1. Briefly tell us about yourself and your organization. Veronica Lomfa Amartey is the Executive Director of The Challenged Foundation. She is physically disabled and has faced all the stereotype, untruths, misconceptions and perceptions about disabilities growing up in an African setting such as Ghana. The Challenged Foundation is a Non-Governmental organization that empowers the […]
