Our Milestones

In 2024, after the launch of the project in New York, BHAF signed an MOU with the Nigerian Ministry of Women Affairs, Federal Capital Territory, to provide a strategy for rapid, large-scale and coordinated action for the first cohort of its Women Accelerated program towards women empowerment by ensuring 

• Personal development

• Business sector management, 

• Access to funds & market and

• Knowledge and skills transfer

As part of the accelerators program, the Accelerators were expected to step down business knowledge gathered towards the empowerment of rural women across the 5 regions in the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria as well as their mentorship group made up of 10 women entrepreneurs. The step-down training aimed to support the personal wellbeing of rural women in the communities as well as and their Agro businesses. 

In Congo DRC, the BHAF project will focus on sensitization and awareness creation at the beginning of the project. This approach is due to the outcome of an extensive stakeholder’s engagement which revealed that few women were involved in the circular sector hence the need for an intensive sensitization program. The program further revealed the category of young women to be sensitized. This includes tertiary institutions and other community related spaces.

To mark the 2025 Environment Day, BHAF is collaborating with Expertise France on the Pou Elles project to create sensitization on women’s participation in the Circular Economy. 

Dr Adedayo Benjamis

Dr Adedayo Benjamis

  • Empowering Women Across Africa

    Build Her A Future is a global initiative committed to uplifting women through entrepreneurship, skill-building, and financial inclusion. Our work begins at the grassroots level, providing training and seed funding to women in underserved communities—including those with disabilities, to build sustainable, local businesses.

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  • Strategic Partnerships and Programs

    Through partnerships with LDF, IPWR-A, and local accelerators, we offer business education, mentorship, and tools to women aged 16–35 across Nigeria, Gambia, Togo, and the DRC.

    Our flagship programs blend digital literacy, inclusive business design, and peer mentorship to ensure long-term economic empowerment.

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  • Focused on Measurable Impact

    Each year, our programs support up to 60,000 beneficiaries, with 75% of them being women and 25% women with disabilities. We've launched accelerator cohorts, piloted accessible digital tools, and built a network of advocates and alumni who continue to drive community-led change.

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  • Designing a More Equitable Future

    Our work is rooted in research, policy advocacy, and community design projects that address systemic inequality. Whether contributing to global forums or launching local hubs, Build Her A Future advances scalable solutions that regenerate communities and build futures where all women can thrive.

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Recent Events

  • UNCSW67 – New York, USA

    Date: March 6–17, 2023

    BHAF officially launched on the sidelines of the 67th Commission on the Status of Women (CSW67) at the UN in New York. The launch introduced BHAF’s 5-year strategy to empower African women through access to the circular economy and green innovation.

  • Makutano Business Summit – Kinshasa, DRC

    Date: September 2023

    On the sidelines of Africa’s leading business forum, BHAF introduced its DRC roadmap with a focus on awareness and sensitization to increase women’s participation in circular economy sectors.

  • UN House Launch – Abuja, Nigeria

    Date: October 2023

    BHAF launched its Nigerian chapter at the UN House in Abuja in collaboration with the FCT Ministry of Women Affairs. The event marked the beginning of the Women Accelerated Program with strategic partners including UN Women and UNDP.

  • Circular Economy Roundtable – Nairobi, Kenya

    Date: February 2024

    BHAF co-hosted a regional roundtable to discuss challenges faced by women in circular sectors. The event emphasized gender-equity strategies, data gaps, and inclusive infrastructure development in Africa’s green economy.

  • ChangeNOW Expo – Paris, France

    Date: March 25–27, 2024

     BHAF participated in the world’s largest climate action expo to spotlight the critical role of African women in sustainability. The team advocated for inclusivity and greater access to green innovation for women in the circular economy.

  • InvestHer Summit – Dublin, Ireland

    Date: April 18, 2024

     BHAF joined global women entrepreneurs in Dublin to explore access to trade, markets, and funding. The summit featured networking with investors and showcased BHAF-led initiatives seeking international partnerships.

  • World Bank & IMF Spring Meetings – Washington, DC

    Date: April 15–20, 2024

    During the high-level meetings, BHAF participated in an exclusive event focused on “Women’s Rights, Diversity, and the Economic Power of Inclusion,” contributing African perspectives on inclusive green innovation.