Our Mission

Build Her A Future Circular Academy & Consulting Firm (BHAF-CAC) is a pan-African capacity building and consulting organization dedicated to advancing circular economy education, ESG governance, and regenerative innovation across the continent.

Rooted in the foundational work of Build Her A Future Project Africa, BHAF-CAC supports women, youth, communities, and governing institutions through structured training programs, technical advisory services, and research partnerships designed to accelerate sustainable and inclusive development.

BHAF-CAC currently operates programs in Nigeria, Kenya, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Our mission is to expand circular economic participation, increase opportunities for women and girls, and support African communities as they transition to sustainable growth models.

We build solutions that are practical, community-centered, and grounded in regional realities, ensuring long-term impact and shared prosperity.

We are committed to shaping an Africa where sustainable innovation and inclusive governance strengthen every community we serve.

Our Core Values

  • We believe in unlocking the potential of every woman through education, opportunity, and support.

  • Our work promotes environmentally responsible practices that ensure long-term impact for communities and the planet.

  • We partner with local communities, governments, and organizations to create lasting change through shared vision and collective action.

  • We are committed to equity and accessibility, ensuring that women from all walks of life—including those with disabilities—are represented, heard, and uplifted.


  • We embrace creativity and technology to build forward-thinking solutions in agriculture, energy, and waste management.


  • We uphold transparency, accountability, and ethical leadership in every aspect of our work.


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Identified Gender Gap

Across Africa, women face systemic gender inequalities that limit their economic potential—especially in emerging, high-impact sectors like the circular economy.

  • Limited Access to Resources: Women entrepreneurs are 50% less likely than men to access financing, land, or technical support to grow their businesses.

  • Underrepresentation in Innovation: In green and tech sectors, women remain largely absent from leadership, decision-making, and ownership roles.

  • Informal and Unstable Work: While many women work, 70% are trapped in informal jobs with little opportunity for financial growth or stability.

  • Double Exclusion for Women with Disabilities: They face both gender-based and ability-based discrimination, with less than 2% benefiting from current empowerment programs.

BHAF Solutions

At Build Her A Future Africa (BHAF), we challenge these gender gaps by placing women at the center of sustainable innovation. Through training, funding access, and business support, we enable women—not just to participate—but to lead Africa’s transition toward an inclusive, circular economy. Specifically, we provide:

 

  • Capacity-building programs that train women in practical, future-focused sectors across its core sectors 

  • Access to financing, markets, mentorship, and business formalization.

  • A regional ecosystem of women-led innovation through partnerships across Africa.

  • Inclusive entrepreneurship models that integrate women with disabilities and marginalized groups.

FAQs

  • We offer hands-on support through:

    • Business and personal development training

    • Access to markets and mentorship

    • Seed funding and export-readiness coaching

    • Strategic partnerships with UN agencies, local governments, and innovation hubs

  • Donations go directly toward:

    • Training programs for women and girls

    • Development of green innovation hubs

    • Grants and startup capital for women-led businesses

    • Our digital learning platform for green careers

    • Campaigns that spotlight success stories and build awareness in underserved regions

    Every dollar makes a measurable difference—helping us reach 60,000 women and girls across four countries.

  • Yes. BHAF is a program supported by the Latiwa Development Foundation (LDF), a legally recognized non-profit organization with a history of delivering high-impact community development programs across Africa.

  • Yes! Monthly donations help us plan and scale our programs sustainably. You can choose a recurring gift option on our donation page and cancel anytime.

  • If you’re based in the U.S. or another country with tax-deductible giving laws, we can issue a receipt through our fiscal sponsor or registered entity. Please email us at contact@buildherafuture.com to confirm eligibility for your location.

  • We share regular updates on our website and social media, including:

    • Program milestones

    • Success stories from women entrepreneurs

    • Data from our pilot programs and training results

    • Event participation (like CSW69 and ChangeNOW)

  • You can also:

    • Join our Ambassador Network

    • Volunteer your time or skills remotely

    • Become a mentor to one of our cohort participants

    • Share our mission with your network