COMFWB delegation visits KIRDI: a key step for the COYWA Program

The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa Federation of Women in Business (COMFWB) Delegation successfully concluded a due diligence visit to the Kenya Industrial Research & Development Institute (KIRDI) in Nairobi. The delegation was led by COMFWB CEO, Mr. Miti Chikakula. This engagement is central to the implementation of the Creating Opportunities for Youth and Women in Africa (COYWA) Program. The COMFWB team focused on a detailed assessment of KIRDI's capacity to support MSMEs, specifically reviewing :

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1-𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐞𝐫:  How innovative technologies can be adapted and utilized by entrepreneurs

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2-𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐮𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞 𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 : Leveraging facilities to help businesses scale and improve product quality

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3-𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 : Enhancing training programs tailored for women and youth

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The discussions were fruitful and underscored the shared commitment between COMFWB and KIRDI to drive inclusive industrial growth.

This visit marks a significant advancement in forging strong regional partnerships that will create tangible opportunities for women and youth entrepreneurs across the COMESA market.

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COMFWB is committed to empowering the next generation of Women in business leaders.

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