Tara for Women has opened applications for the second edition of its Call for Entrepreneurship, a transformative initiative dedicated to empowering women founders and innovators in technology and STEM-driven sectors.
The program is designed for women with vision, leadership, and social impact, offering them access to mentorship, visibility, and financial support to scale their businesses and lead innovation across Africa and beyond.
By addressing the persistent gender gap in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM), Tara for Women aims to provide equal access to resources, strengthen leadership capacity, and inspire more women to take bold steps in building solutions that matter.
What You’ll Gain
- 6-Month Mentorship Program
Connect with visionary leaders and industry experts guiding your entrepreneurial journey. - Visibility & Strategic Positioning
Showcase your startup and gain media exposure to elevate your profile. - Financial Awards
Receive funding to grow your business and expand your impact. - Bonus for Finalists
The top 20 finalists will enjoy professional video pitch production and global exposure opportunities, giving them direct access to investors and innovation networks.
Who Should Apply
Tara for Women invites early-stage women entrepreneurs working on transformative, tech-based solutions in Africa and beyond. Eligible applicants include:
- Seed Stage: You have a validated idea ready for development.
- MVP Phase: You are currently developing a prototype.
- Functional MVP: Your solution is tested with users and ready to scale.
Deadline & How to Apply
Applications are now open for eligible women across Africa.
📌 Apply via: Official Tara for Women Website
Deadline: October 15, 2025
💡 Tip: Highlight your project’s social impact, sustainability, and innovation potential for a stronger application.
About Tara for Women
Tara for Women is a global initiative that champions female leadership and innovation by investing in women-led projects that create social, technological, and economic impact. The program supports women entrepreneurs through capacity building, funding, and mentorship — helping them turn their ideas into scalable, sustainable ventures.
Since its inception, Tara for Women has worked to close the gender gap in innovation and entrepreneurship, empowering women to become leaders of change across industries and communities.
Are you a woman leading innovation in tech or STEM?
This is your chance to gain mentorship, funding, and global exposure to scale your impact.
👉 Apply today for the Tara for Women 2025 Cohort and take your startup to the next level!