AWIEF
Africa women innovation
& Entrepreneurship Forum
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9-10 NOVEMBER
Kigali, RWANDA
Join us at Africa's premier women and entrepreneurship event!
The annual AWIEF Conference and Awards will once again bring together the African entrepreneurial ecosystem for impactful dialogue, a glittering awards ceremony, a multi-sector exhibition and lots of opportunities for networking.
AWIEF2023 takes place on 9 & 10 November 2023 at the Kigali Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda, in partnership with Rwanda’s Ministry of ICT and Innovation and Rwanda Convention Bureau.
AWIEF provides a powerful platform showcasing the capacity, talents, and achievements of African women entrepreneurs and innovators. With the theme, Leveraging the Power of the Digital Economy: Innovate, Redefine, Empower, this year’s event aims to boost inclusivity, enhance partnerships, and empower the contributions of women to the digital economy.
Why attend #AWIEF2023?
- LEARN from high-profile speakers, industry giants and decision-makers
- CONNECT and NETWORK with key sector players and professionals across Africa and beyond
- SHOWCASE your business to a highly engaged global audience; interact and gain valuable customers
Who should attend?
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- Entrepreneurs, SMEs, and startups from across Africa and its diaspora
- Government representatives
- International and development/donor organisations
- UN Agencies
- Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) and Finance Institutions (FIs)
- Investors
- Business service providers
- Enterprise development agencies/organisations
- Corporates
- Civil Society Organisations (CSOs)
- Academia
- Media
- Persons interested in Africa & International Development
Testimonials
In partnership with
“As a country that understands the critical role of women in national development and transformation, Rwanda is delighted to host the 9th Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) Conference and Awards in November. We will be particularly interested in discussing practical solutions to accelerate Africa’s inclusive digital transformation and contribute to closing the gender gap.”
H. E. Paula Ingabire, Minister of ICT and Innovation, Republic of Rwanda
AWIEF2023 Sponsors and Partners
AWIEF2023 Speakers
H. E. Paula Ingabire
Precious Moloi-Motsepe
Fatma Samba Diouf Samoura
H. E. Johanna Teague
H.E. Charity Manyeruke
H. E. Amira El Fadil
Clare Akamanzi
Cosmas Luckyson Zavazava
Jamie M. Zimmerman
Yvonne Manzi Makolo
Vanessa Adams
Eleanor Nwadinobi
Zachary Kazzaz
John Bosco Kalisa
Hon. Grace Njapau Efrati
Coumba D. Sow
Irene Ochem
Youba Sokona
Janet Karemera
Aline Kabanda
Judith Fessehaie
Therese Sekamana
Sabdiyo Dido Bashuna
Marieme Esther Dassanou
Maggie Gu
Julianna Lindsey
Charles Shima
Tara Chklovski
Aaron Munetsi
Phyllis Migwi
Gloria Kamanzi Uwizera
Michael Sudarkasa
Cham Etienne Bama
Alice Nkulikiyinka
Mlindi Mashologu
Catherine Larkin
Tokunboh Ishmael
Funmi Adewara
Aderonke Ajose-Adeyemi
Isis Nyong'o Madison
Josh Whale
Xoliswa Daku
Rahul Ghosh
Gisèla Van Houcke
Dina Yacout
Bheka Zulu
Tânia Tomé
Bob Koigi
Briggette Harrington
Esther Kunda
Sofia Breitholtz
Caroline Sack Kendem
Jessica Allogo
Mary Njoki
Rose Sibisi
Isabelle Masozera
Jennifer Awirigwe
Paradis Nishimwe Imfura
Caleb Maru
Usher Komugisha
Monica Musonda
Nirmala Reddy
Sponsor
Are you interested in the African startup, innovation, technology and entrepreneurship ecosystem? Align your brand with an award-winning organisation that is working to close the gender gaps by driving women’s business leadership. Connect with our highly engaged attendees including key industry experts, thought leaders, decision-makers and change makers from across government, corporate and development sectors.
Exhibit
Showcase your products and services, innovations and initiatives to stakeholders from a wide range of industry sectors and from more than 65 countries. AWIEF is a proven platform to forge valuable B2B connections and create new business opportunities. With a variety of exhibition stand sizes available, we welcome start-ups and SMEs, corporates, government departments and development agencies to join us as exhibitors.
AWIEF Awards and
Gala Dinner
The AWIEF Awards recognise, honour and celebrate women entrepreneurs and business owners across industry sectors, for their economic performance and contribution to Africa’s growth and social development.
The winners will be announced at a glittering awards ceremony and gala dinner on 10 November 2023 in Kigali, Rwanda.
Nominations for the 2023 AWIEF Awards are now closed. Watch this space for the announcement of our finalists!
Book your ticket
$100
Delegate pass to AWIEF 2023 Conference
- Access to all conference sessions
- Access to the exhibition
- Access to all workshops and masterclasses
- Lunch x 1 daily
- Coffee breaks x 2 daily
$199
Delegate pass + AWIEF Awards Ceremony & Gala Dinner
- Access to all conference sessions
- Access to the exhibition
- Access to all workshops and masterclasses
- Lunch x 1 daily
- Coffee breaks x 2 daily
- 1x ticket to the AWIEF Awards & Gala Dinner
- B2B matchmaking
$500
Delegate pass + AWIEF Awards Ceremony & Gala Dinner + Post-conference tours in Kigali
- Access to all conference sessions
- Access to the exhibition
- Access to all workshops and masterclasses
- Lunch x 1 daily
- Coffee breaks x 2 daily
- 1x ticket to the AWIEF Awards & Gala Dinner
- B2B matchmaking
- Post-conference tours
Rwanda flight, visa and hotel information
AWIEF has arranged discounted flight and accommodation rates for AWIEF2023 delegates travelling to Kigali, Rwanda, for our conference.
RwandAir, the Official Airline Partner for AWIEF2023, is offering delegates a 15% discount on air tickets.
Please note that citizens of African Union, Commonwealth and La Francophonie member countries will obtain a 30-day free visa on arrival. All other visitors will get a visa upon arrival, at a fee.
Click on the link below for more information.
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