SOW backs female-founded and led businesses with the capital, mentorship and networks to scale, through equity and grants.
A short look at the fund, who it's for, and the change we're backing.
Flexible funding designed around the realities of women-led businesses, not a one-size-fits-all cheque.
If your business is founded and led by women and operating in one of our focus sectors, you're who SOW exists for. Take the 10-minute eligibility check to see if you qualify.
Eight simple steps. The first three happen right here on the site. The rest, our team guides you through.
Start your application and tell us about your business.
On-siteA 10-minute self-check to confirm you qualify.
On-siteComplete the detailed application online.
On-siteA 20-minute conversation with our team.
With our teamWe review your business in detail.
With our teamOur committee makes the funding decision.
With our teamWe extend a funding offer and terms.
With our teamWelcome to SOW: capital, mentorship & network.
With our team
Funding is the start. Every SOW founder is paired with experienced operators and investors who've built and backed businesses across Africa.
Read, check and prepare, so your application is your strongest.
A single-page summary of SOW: who it's for, focus areas, funding types and how to apply.
Download PDF ↓A quick self-assessment to confirm you qualify and see what to prepare.
Download PDF ↓The full application questions, so you can prepare your answers before you start online.
Download PDF ↓Get fund updates, founder resources and deadline reminders straight to your inbox.
No spam. Unsubscribe any time.