{"id":3967,"date":"2026-01-14T13:43:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-14T13:43:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opportunityforworld.org\/?p=3967"},"modified":"2026-01-15T06:46:12","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T06:46:12","slug":"smedan-growher-accelerator-programme-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opportunityforworld.org\/?p=3967","title":{"rendered":"SMEDAN GROWHer Accelerator Programme 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><div id=\"tdi_1\" class=\"tdc-row\"><div class=\"vc_row tdi_2  wpb_row td-pb-row\" >\n<style scoped>\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n.tdi_2,\r\n                .tdi_2 .tdc-columns{\r\n                    min-height: 0;\r\n                }\n<\/style><div class=\"vc_column tdi_4  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-column td-pb-span12\">\n<style scoped>\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n.tdi_4{\r\n                    vertical-align: baseline;\r\n                }\n<\/style><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\" >[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<article id=\"post-171310\">\n<div>\n<p><strong>Deadline: April 4, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Applications are open for the SMEDAN GROWHer Accelerator Programme 2026. SMEDAN presents the\u00a0GROWHer Accelerator Programme, a transformative initiative for bold, ambitious women entrepreneurs in Nigeria. Designed to help women-led businesses scale, access new markets, and secure funding, GROWHer equips participants with the tools, mentorship, and opportunities needed for lasting success.<\/p>\n<p>GROWHer is a high-impact accelerator designed to fuel the growth of women-led businesses in Nigeria. Gain expert mentorship, essential business tools, and strategic connections to scale, access new markets, and secure funding. Take your business further with GROWHer!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Expert Mentorship \u2013 Gain insights from top industry leaders and successful entrepreneurs.<\/li>\n<li>Business Training \u2013 Strengthen your skills with high-impact workshops and strategic guidance.<\/li>\n<li>Powerful Networking \u2013 Connect with investors, industry experts, and like-minded women entrepreneurs.<\/li>\n<li>Funding Opportunities \u2013 Access capital to scale and grow your business.<\/li>\n<li>Market Expansion \u2013 Increase visibility and unlock new customer opportunities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Eligibility<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You\u2019re eligible for GROWHer if your business meets these criteria:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You offer a product or service ready for scale.<\/li>\n<li>Founded or co-founded by a woman aged 18-50.<\/li>\n<li>Operational for at least three years.<\/li>\n<li>Holds an active business account.<\/li>\n<li>Registered and operating in Nigeria.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Application<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Prepare the Required Documents:\n<ul>\n<li>CAC Certificate (Business Registration)<\/li>\n<li>Proof of Business Ownership (e.g. Share Certificate, Memorandum of Association)<\/li>\n<li>Valid Government-Issued ID (e.g. Passport, Driver\u2019s Licence)<\/li>\n<li>Business Bank Statement (Last 6 months)<\/li>\n<li>Product\/Service Brochure or Catalogue<\/li>\n<li>Brief Business Plan (Max. 2 pages)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Submit Your Application by sending all documents via email to\u00a0<strong>[email\u00a0protected]<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For more information, visit <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/smedan.gov.ng\/our-programs\/growher\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SMEDAN GROWHer Accelerator Programme<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"[vc_column_text css=\"\"] Deadline: April 4, 2026 Applications are open for the SMEDAN GROWHer Accelerator Programme 2026. 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