Celebrating
100 African
Women
This initiative not only highlights individual successes but also underscores the collective strength and resilience of women in shaping a prosperous future for Africa.
Impact Story
The initiative was unveiled July 11, 2014 marking the beginning of Access Bank’s commitment to inspire, connect and empower women across Africa.
The W Initiative has empowered a significant number of women by providing them access to finance for their businesses, resulting in substantial economic growth and development. Women make up a substantial portion of our Access Bank account holders, reflecting our commitment to inclusive banking practices.
Through the W Academy capacity-building programs, hundreds of thousands of women have received valuable training, equipping them with the skills needed to thrive in various fields.
3,346,857 women have received access to finance for business worth over $595Mn.
656,163 women trained through the W Academy capacity building programs
1 out of every 3 Access Bank Account Holders are Women
Over 76,000 female MSMEs impacted with discounted business financing through the W Power Loans
645 IFC certified Mini MBA holders and 85 Winners of business grants worth over $175,000 through the Womenpreneur Pitch-A-Ton program.
W is present in 10 African countries- Nigeria, Ghana, Zambia, Rwanda, Mozambique, Sierra-Leone, South Africa, Kenya, Gambia, Botswana
451 women businesses accelerated with mobility support via W Power Vehicle Loan
103 Babies birthed through MHSS (Maternal Health Service Support) -a discounted health financing product of the W Initiative for fertility treatments, fibroid treatments, Natal support, and other Specialized procedures
Recent Recognitions
These milestones reflect Access Bank’s commitment to empowering African women and highlight the significant impact of the ” Power of 100″ Africa.
