The IFAD Somalia Women Market Access Innovation Challenge 2025 is an exciting business competition aimed at empowering women entrepreneurs in Somalia. This challenge is designed to foster innovative market access solutions, helping Somali women-driven businesses to grow and thrive. The initiative specifically targets innovative ideas that can significantly improve market access for women, enhancing their economic participation and livelihoods in a predominantly challenging environment.
Eligible participants are invited to submit their innovative solutions that address market barriers faced by women in Somalia. The challenge focuses on solutions that leverage technology, social innovation, and practical business strategies to open up new market opportunities. This will not only support women entrepreneurs but also contribute to the wider economic development of Somalia.
The competition is organized by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) in collaboration with local and international partners. Through this initiative, IFAD aims to stimulate economic empowerment by providing a platform for female entrepreneurs to showcase their innovations, gain valuable exposure, and receive financial support to scale their businesses.
Successful applicants will benefit from a range of awards and support mechanisms that include seed funding, capacity building workshops, mentorship opportunities, and access to wider networks within the Somali market and beyond. This challenge provides a unique opportunity for women innovators to transform their business ideas into impactful ventures that can lead to sustainable development.
Interested participants should prepare their applications carefully to meet all the stated requirements and submit them before the deadline. The competition emphasizes innovation, feasibility, and the potential impact of the proposed solutions on women’s market access.
This challenge not only champions women’s entrepreneurship but aligns with IFAD’s broader goal of inclusive agricultural development and poverty reduction. By participating in this competition, women in Somalia stand a chance to be recognized as agents of change in their communities and beyond.
Participants are encouraged to visit the official competition website for detailed guidelines, eligibility criteria, and the application process.
Awards: Seed funding, capacity building workshops, mentorship opportunities, and access to wider business networks.
Date: 31-08-2025
