Business Planning
Turn an idea into a structured, investable, sustainable venture.
A mentorship programme built around you.
Mentorship matching, practical workshops, networking, internships, and grant funding — everything you need to grow as an entrepreneur and a leader.
Program overview
A supportive ecosystem that nurtures growth and development for every participant.
The SBMP offers an extraordinary opportunity for young women across Africa. With access to up to ₦10,000,000 in grant funding, mentees receive training and valuable support for top performers.
Key components of the programme.
Key components of the programme include mentorship matching, regular training sessions, networking opportunities, and access to valuable resources. We aim to create a supportive ecosystem that nurtures growth and development for all participants.
Each mentee is carefully matched with a mentor who understands their goals — providing personalised support through every stage of their journey.
What you'll learn.
Training spans the practical and the personal — from financial management to ethical leadership, so mentees leave with both the skills and the mindset to build something that lasts.
Financial Management
Practical skills in budgeting, cash flow, and financial decision-making.
Digital Literacy
Leverage digital tools and platforms to grow reach and operations.
Marketing Strategy
Build a brand and an audience — with intent and consistency.
Ethical Leadership
Lead with integrity, community focus, and long-term thinking.
Operational Efficiency
Systems and processes that let your business scale without breaking.
Up to ₦10,000,000 for top performers.
The SBMP offers an extraordinary opportunity for young women across Africa. With access to up to ₦10,000,000 in grant funding, mentees receive training and valuable support — and top performers receive direct capital to accelerate their businesses.
What the grant is for
- Scaling a validated business idea
- Operations, equipment, or stock
- Team, training, or product development
How recipients are selected
- Demonstrated progress during the programme
- Quality of business model and execution
- Alignment with ethical, community-focused leadership
You won't do it alone.
Beyond the workshops and the mentor pairing, SBMP is a community. Cohorts meet, learn, and grow together — and stay connected through an active alumni network.
Community
A network that outlasts the programme.
Meet founders, leaders, and peers who'll become collaborators and lifelong contacts.
Internships
Real-world experience.
Placements and opportunities that connect learning to practice.
Who can apply.
The programme is open to young Nigerian women with a passion for entrepreneurship and leadership. There may be specific eligibility criteria such as age, educational background, or business stage, which will be clearly outlined in the application process.
Applications open
Join a cohort of women building what's next.
The next intake is opening soon. Apply early to be considered.