Chambers of Commerce

Our Chambers of Commerce (COC) are dedicated to advocating for policy change to support women micro entrepreneurs and for helping women access new markets, network with their peers and improve their business practices.

We run

  1. A toll free helpline for women entrepreneurs
  2. Advisory services in finance, marketing, registration and legal matters
  3. Mentorship programmes
  4. Community organisation and networking opportunities
  5. Platform to learn about industry and financial best practices
  6. Policy inputs and advocacy to support the needs of women entrepreneurs

Outcomes

63,000

women have participated in our programmes.

20,000

women have called the toll-free number.

24,000

women were trained on the best practices in accounting.

12,000

women registered and started additional businesses.

IMPACT (F.Y. 17-18)

30% of women saw 35% increase in annual profit.

52% of women saw an increase in their assets.

35% expanded their business with access to new weekly/regional markets.

2,472 new jobs have been created by members who expanded their businesses.



To learn more about how our programmes make a difference read our Stories of Change.