Who We Are

African Business Stories (ABS) is a mission-driven platform accelerating the success of African women-led businesses through storytelling, targeted programs, and curated market access opportunities. We work to ensure women are not only visible but are equipped with the tools, resources, and networks to grow and scale.

Why We Exist

Africa has the highest rate of female entrepreneurship in the world, yet African women continue to face systemic barriers to funding, market access, and decision-making spaces. Representation drives opportunity. When women’s contributions are visible, it inspires confidence, attracts investment, and drives business growth. ABS bridges this gap by amplifying the voices and ventures of African women entrepreneurs, connecting them to ecosystems and opportunities that propel their success.

How We Work

Our approach is anchored in two core pillars:

• Visibility — Amplifying the voices, ventures, and vision of African women entrepreneurs through storytelling, media, and thought leadership. This includes the ABS Podcast, impact videos, and media features that showcase women-led businesses to audiences across Africa and the globe.
  
  
• Access — Creating high-level spaces to drive collaboration, build networks, and unlock opportunities for business growth. This includes programs like the Scale Ready Bootcamp, the ABS Roundtable Series, and Investment Mission Trips that connect women to capital, markets, and decision-makers.