Women Who Build Africa (WWBA), a vibrant community aimed at empowering women leaders, investors, and entrepreneurs throughout Africa, has proudly announced the dates for its second annual WWBA Assembly. Scheduled to take place in Nairobi, Kenya, on the 5th and 6th of September, this event marks a significant occasion for the community.
The inception of WWBA occurred in 2022, spearheaded by the visionary duo Gwera Kiwana and Thea Sokolowski. The community’s core mission is to create a nurturing environment for women and non-binary individuals who are founders, investors, and operators across the African continent. WWBA’s objective is to foster critical networking and support mechanisms that are often lacking for these underrepresented demographics.
WWBA’s role extends to orchestrating events and platforms where these individuals can converge, exchange ideas, gain new knowledge, and forge meaningful connections. Building on the momentum of a highly successful first gathering, WWBA is now opening its doors for the second annual assembly, with tickets currently available for purchase. This year’s assembly is set to unfold in Nairobi and will be conducted in collaboration with the Africa Fintech Summit.
The upcoming assembly promises an enriching two-day experience. The first day, September 5, is devoted to interactive workshops specifically tailored for founders. A highlight of the day includes a ‘reverse pitch’ session, an innovative twist where investors will take the stage to pitch their firms to the founders. The following day will showcase an early-stage pitch event featuring ten women founders from various parts of Africa. Additionally, the day will be packed with a comprehensive conference agenda, encompassing panel discussions, fireside chats, and various social networking events.
Reflecting on the inaugural assembly, Gwera Kiwana, co-founder of WWBA and VP of Partnerships at Onafriq, expressed her enthusiasm for the impact the event had on its participants. She noted that the assembly provided a platform for candid conversations, knowledge sharing, and critical questioning. It became evident that many female-led startups were already profitable but faced challenges in securing funding for further growth.
Kiwana emphasized that the WWBA Assembly plays a pivotal role in creating favorable outcomes for women founders, operators, and investors, ultimately benefiting the broader ecosystem. With great anticipation, she looks forward to hosting an even more expansive and impactful event this year.
Interested attendees may purchase tickets now via Hustlesasa, or via Africa Fintech Summit. Women founders interested in applying to pitch at the event can do so here.
