The African Women in Processing (AWIP) Forum is an integral initiative of the African Union that champions women’s leadership and participation in Africa’s industrial transformation. AWIP provides a platform for knowledge exchange, capacity building, and policy advocacy to empower women entrepreneurs in processing industries. By leveraging the opportunities presented by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), AWIP aims to accelerate women-led industrialization and foster sustainable economic growth.
The forth AWIP Forum will take place from November 17–21, 2025, in Kampala, Uganda, alongside the Africa Industrialization Week (AIW) 2025.
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Women in Value Addition
Women processors drive value addition across African supply chains
Gender Inclusion
Gender inclusion accelerates sustainable industrial transformation
Industrial Parks Development
Building and scaling women-led industrial parks across Africa
Market Access
Improving access to markets, finance, and technology for women entrepreneurs
Innovation Support
Supporting innovation and entrepreneurship among women processors
AWIP drives economic empowerment by connecting women processors with markets, finance, and technology across the continent.
Leveraging the African Continental Free Trade Area to expand market opportunities for women-led enterprises.
Creating a platform for women processors to share best practices, innovations, and success stories.
Influencing policies that create enabling environments for women in the manufacturing and processing sectors.
Unlock collaborations and opportunities empowering women-led industrial growth at the 4th AWIP Forum.