- Participate in the 3rd edition of the Business Plan Competition for African women entrepreneurs The competition is open to women entrepreneurs of all African countries who have created a business plan, which fulfills the eligibility and evaluation criteria. Since its creation in 2009, African Women in Business has provided support, coaching, visibility and finance to over 200 women heading businesses in Africa. 10 finalists have been supported and coached, 3 of whom have been awarded as laureates. Receive feedback and support in writing your business plan Access our coaching program Win a business trip to The Netherlands for trainings, b2b and investor meetings G…

FMO, one of the largest bilateral private sector development banks worldwide, made a profit of EUR 69 million in the first half of 2011, an increase of 34% compared to HY2010, according to the company website. - In HY2011, FMO provided financing totaling EUR 342 million to businesses in developing countries - up more than EUR 100 million from HY2010's EUR 234 million in new investments - helping the private sector create jobs, and strengthen sectors essential for sustainable growth in developing countries, such as the energy, housing, financial and agricultural sectors. 55% was invested in low-income countries. Nanno Kleiterp, FMO's CEO, said: "We are satisfied with the res…