Ascend Studios Foundation, a body fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, has announced a partnership with Beyond Limits, to accelerate growth of impact-driven businesses in Africa for Leap Women Africa programme.
It is designed to empower women leading tech-driven startups.
Leap Women Africa, an Ascend Studios initiative, was launched in 2023 with National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), United States Consulate, Lagos, Venture Garden Group, Future Map Foundation and Get Funded Africa.
The programme provides opportunity for 40 high-potential tech and tech-enabled startups to gain skills and mentorship to scale their businesses and create positive change.
“We are thrilled to partner Beyond Limits,” said Dr. Inya Lawal, president of Ascend Studios.
“Leap Women Africa offers a platform to support African women entrepreneurs. By equipping them with tools and resources, we can unlock their potential to drive innovation and solve some of the continent’s challenges.”
Leap Women Africa offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes training on latest technology trends, leadership development, financial management, and business strategy. Participants will benefit from mentorship from accomplished tech executives.
“Beyond Limits is delighted to partner Ascend Studios and otherss to provide entrepreneurship development to female founders from the exchange alumni of US Consulate.
‘‘Entrepreneurship is important for job creation and growth and we are delighted to provide leadership and organisational effectiveness, training and mentoring to entrepreneurial founders and leaders,” said Juliet Ehimuan, founder of Beyond Limits Africa.
