Cohort 1

Jifunze Utoke Program (AGF Program)

“JIFUNZE UTOKE” Program is an initiative funded by the Africa Guarantee Fund (AGF) through the Affirmative Finance Action for Africa (AFAWA) program, in collaboration with Equity Bank Tanzania Ltd and ADC Tanzania Ltd (ADC). The aim is to build and develop businesses owned or operated by women (WSMEs) so they can access loans to run and grow their businesses. The program provides training on sustainable business operations, including Business Management, bookkeeping, marketing, sales, and tax compliance. Successful participants qualify for further individualized training to help them access loans from Equity Bank.

Project aims to:
  • Empower Women-owned businesses (WSMEs) with knowledge and skills to access finance
  • Provide training on sustainable business management and operations
  • Enable Women entrepreneurs to qualify for loans from Equity Bank Tanzania
  • Support women’s economic participation and contribute to economic growth in Tanzania

“JIFUNZE UTOKE” is a transformative program designed to empower women entrepreneurs in Tanzania through business training and access to finance. With the support of AGF, Equity Bank Tanzania, and ADC Tanzania, the program equips WSMEs with critical skills and resources to grow sustainable businesses and drive economic development.

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JIFUNZE UTOKE is a program funded by the Africa Guarantee Fund through AFAWA, in partnership with Equity Bank Tanzania and ADC Tanzania. It aims to empower women-owned businesses (WSMEs) with training in areas like management, marketing, bookkeeping, and tax compliance. Graduates may receive tailored support to access loans from Equity Bank.