The Uganda Women Entrepreneurs Association Limited -UWEAL- the COMFWB Uganda Chapter, held an impactful breakfast session led by Yvonne Mpanga, focusing on the critical role of strategic business planning in achieving long-term sustainability. The session dismantled the complexities of financial projections and market analysis, reminding us that an excellent business plan isn’t just about securing funding—it’s about establishing a "North Star" for risk management and operational excellence. Beyond the technicalities, the heart of the discussion centered on the power of the entrepreneurial ecosystem. The key takeaway was clear : for women-led businesses to scale, we must move from informal operations to structured systems, trading unhealthy competition for a culture of collaboration, financial discipline, and continuous learning.

On April 21, an official press point and information session were held at #UTICA. The event successfully mobilized public officials, private sector leaders, and international and local media representatives. The session served to officially announce the event and ensure technical and administrative alignment to support women entrepreneurs from across the 21 COMESA member states

ECOWYERT Project Official Opening in Zimbabwe ! This event united powerhouse stakeholders—from Ministry officials and the UNDP to ambitious women entrepreneurs and border agencies—all dedicated to transforming the trade landscape between Zimbabwe and ZambiaThey dove into a transformative two-day program designed to smash trade barriers and ignite growth! From mastering the COMESA Simplified Trade Regime _ STR- to fostering direct, game-changing dialogues between traders and government institutions, every moment was focused on creating a safer, more efficient, and inclusive environment for our youth and women in the agri-food sector. This isn't just a meeting ; it’s a leap forward in empowering our local heroes, boosting intra-COMESA trade, and unlocking world-class market access for all!

La ministre tunisienne de la Famille, de la Femme, de l’Enfance et des Personnes âgées, Mme Asma Jebri, s’est entretenue avec Mme Leila Belkhiria Jaber, vice-présidente de COMESA Federation of Women in Business- COMFWB et présidente de la Chambre Nationale des Femmes Chefs d'Entreprises- CNFCE. Cette rencontre visait à coordonner les préparatifs de la grande manifestation régionale du #COMFWB - la 7ème édition de la Foire Commerciale et Conférence d'Affaires - CTF 7 du COMFWB qui se tiendra en Tunisie du 1er au 3 juillet 2026, avec la participation de 21 pays membres du COMESA.‍Au-delà de l'organisation de cet événement, les échanges ont porté sur le renforcement de la coopération en faveur de l’entrepreneuriat féminin. Les deux parties ont réaffirmé leur volonté de soutenir l’initiative privée des femmes et de consolider des partenariats stratégiques pour promouvoir le leadership économique féminin à l’échelle régionale.‍

COMFWB Djibouti members had a fantastic time at the "Centre de Leadership et de l’Entrepreneuriat" (CLE) Forum this past week! From March 29 to April 1, the association Dumar Iyo Dadaal /COMFWB Djibouti, was right in the heart of the action.‍They were proud to see their members shining! 3 of their amazing women entrepreneurs showcased their products as exhibitors and the association could share information on its mission with the visitors. Their members took to the stage in various panels to share their expertise.‍The forum was a deep dive into the realities of being an entrepreneur—celebrating the wins while being honest about the fiscal and business challenges women face. It was an incredibly valuable experience for everyone involved!