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As part of the launch of its newly announced Microfinance Fund in Ghana, Fearless Fund has unveiled a pitch competition aimed at women entrepreneurs operating in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector.
The competition will offer one outstanding founder the opportunity to secure GHS 100,000 in growth capital to scale her business.
The initiative forms part of Fearless Fund’s broader expansion into Africa and reflects its commitment to creating practical and accessible pathways for women entrepreneurs to grow sustainable businesses and build long-term wealth.
The pitch competition targets women-led FMCG businesses across trading, production, packaging, distribution, and retail—sectors that play a critical role in everyday commerce but remain significantly underfunded despite their economic importance.
“Women across Africa are building resilient, high-impact businesses, yet they continue to receive only a fraction of the capital needed to grow,” said HM Queen Wa Arian Simone, CEO and Founding Partner of Fearless Fund. “This pitch competition is about visibility, access, and possibility—ensuring women entrepreneurs have the opportunity to compete, scale, and lead.”
Beyond the pitch competition, the Fearless Microfinance Fund will provide microfinance loans ranging from GHS 10,000 to GHS 30,000 to women entrepreneurs in Ghana. The funding is intended to support business expansion, inventory growth, improved distribution, and broader market access.
The fund also presents an opportunity for social-impact-focused investors to participate in inclusive economic growth. Investors are offered a guaranteed 10 per cent annual rate of return, aligning financial performance with measurable social impact.
According to Fearless Fund, the pitch competition represents more than a one-off funding opportunity. It is part of a wider strategy to spotlight women entrepreneurs who are ready to scale and to support the next generation of African wealth creators.
The pitch competition will take place as part of the official launch activities for the Fearless Microfinance Fund in Ghana. Women entrepreneurs seeking growth capital are encouraged to apply and participate.
How to apply
Interested applicants can explore participation in the pitch competition and access the Fearless Microfinance Fund by visiting https://www.fearless.fund/africa. Additional updates are available via Fearless Fund’s Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn platforms.
Source: 3news
