Expert-led modules, virtual workshops, and engaging online activities to drive a vibrant community, merging practical skills with experiential imaginations to address real challenges in African Agribusiness.
The Ignite Modules
How Do You Benefit?
Here is why female agribusiness founders and leaders join Ignite
The Sisterhood
Joining Ignite gives every founder over four hundred other sisters to fall on. Igniters know that if they have something they need help with, they have a strong support system.
Tailored Practical lessons
Joining Ignite gives every founder over four hundred other sisters to fall on. Igniters know that if they have something they need help with, they have a strong support system.
Wider Network
We connect female founders and leaders, and we even go further to connect them to investors, individuals, organisations, development partners, and the public
Optional Professional qualification
Qualified Igniters get certified and become part of a professional body. They also acquire professional skills that help them to succeed and grow their credibility.
Access to market
Igniters get access to market opportunities through partnerships and contacts established during and after the program. Guzakuza creates these market opportunities and connects Igniters.
Access to funding
Ignite introduces igniters to investors and other funding opportunities and assists them through the process and negotiation of term sheets.
Fellowship Roadmap
Our three-stage online selection process is designed to understand your capacity, willingness, and potential to grow as systems builders who will be at the forefront of systems change within food systems
Apply
14 Feb - 15 April 2024
Video Submissions
Attend your Interview
4 March - 3 May 2024
Cohort Announcement
24 May - 27 May 2024
Agribusiness Fellowship
June - October 2024