- 5 Ja’amare Close, Garki, Abuja, FCT, Nigeria
- secretariat@fatiexpo.org
FATI EXPO Zanzibar 2026 Side Event
Theme: Empowered Women. Resilient Leaders. Stronger Economies.
Background
Women play a critical role in Africa’s economic transformation, yet many continue to face barriers to finance, markets, business knowledge and leadership opportunities.
The Women in Business and Leadership side event at FATI EXPO Zanzibar 2026 will provide a practical platform to equip women with the knowledge, skills and networks needed to become economically empowered, financially informed and resilient leaders.
Objectives
The event will:
– Strengthen women’s business and entrepreneurial capacity.
– Improve financial literacy and understanding of access to finance and investment.
– Connect women-owned businesses to investors, financial institutions and markets.
– Build resilient, confident and strategic women leaders.
– Encourage women’s leadership and participation in business, politics and society.
– Create opportunities for mentorship, networking and strategic partnerships.
Key Areas
Key Areas
Sessions will focus on:
- Economic Empowerment: Building sustainable businesses, accessing markets and creating wealth.
- Financial Empowerment: Financial literacy, financing options, investment readiness and financial management.
- Leadership & Resilience: Leadership, negotiation, decision-making, confidence, resilience and navigating challenges in business, politics and society.
Format
The programme will feature expert conversations, practical training, leadership sessions, mentorship, networking and engagement with investors and financial institutions.
Expected Outcome
Participants will leave with practical knowledge, stronger networks, greater financial awareness and the confidence to build, lead and influence.
