DealWoman Investor Readiness Programme opens for Nigerian female founders. Apply now
Applications are now being accepted for the DealWoman Investor Readiness Programme Cohort 2 , a specially designed programme for women-led startups who are willing to expand their companies, putting them in a position to succeed in cutthroat markets and gain access to new sources of funding.
Established in 2019, and based in Lagos Nigeria, DealRoom Nigeria offers curated access to venture capital by presenting businesses that are ready for investment to an expanding network of investors, including high-net-worth individuals and venture capitalists.
Due to their low exposure and credibility, many Nigerian startups and SMEs still struggle to win over investors. DealRoom intervenes to solve this problem by carefully screening companies and presenting those enterprises with high potential and readiness for investment.
With 200 investors in the DealRoom and over 1000 companies in our database, the platform is drawing interest from both domestic and foreign investors as Nigeria maintains its position as Africa’s largest economy. In cohort one, real investors made real checks to 15 finalists after they presented their business to them.
Benefits
For selected participants, the DealWoman Investor Readiness Programme Cohort 2 offers the following benefits:
- Firsthand knowledge of what it takes to successfully navigate the investment landscape by having the chance to hear directly from seasoned female founders who have raised capital
- Access to one-on-one coaching sessions where participants get expert feedback on their investor pitches, business plans, and three to five-year financial projections
- Learn about current investment trends and tried-and-true fundraising techniques while networking with like-minded women-led entrepreneurs and possible investors
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Who can apply
To be eligible DealWoman Investor Readiness Programme Cohort 2, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Nigerian startups in their early and development stage
- Women-led businesses looking for assistance with investor readiness
Key date to remember
The DealWoman Investor Readiness Programme Cohort 2 will run from Monday, August 11, to Friday, September 5, 2025.
How to apply
Interested applicants should submit their application for the DealWoman Investor Readiness Programme Cohort 2 on or before Friday, September 5, 2025.
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