Nigerian businesswomen are ambitious and hardworking, but building a business isn’t always easy. That’s why we’re listening more closely to what women need and finding new ways to help you succeed.

We are passionate about empowering female entrepreneurs, helping them build their businesses and improving the overall success rate of businesses owned or run by women.

What gaps does SheVentures by FCMB close for the Nigerian businesswoman?

1. Limited access to finance – Many women face extra hurdles when it comes to getting funding, from social expectations to fewer opportunities for training and networking.
2. Gender discrimination and stereotyping – It’s not always easy to be taken seriously as a woman in business.
3. Balancing work and family – Many women juggle business demands alongside family responsibilities.
4. Gaps in financial knowledge – Not everyone has access to the training or education they need to feel confident with business finances.
5. Limited networking opportunities – It can be harder for women to find the right connections and support in business.

FCMB BOI Gender Loan

Our BOI Gender Loan is open to women across different business sectors, with a fixed interest rate of 16%. Here’s what you get:

• Annual interest rate of 16% (inclusive of all charges/fees)
• Repayment tenor extending up to 36 months.
• Maximum loan amount capped at ₦300,000,000.

Terms and Conditions apply.

Zero-Interest Loans

Our zero-interest loan gives women entrepreneurs quick access to funds, with no interest charges. Here’s how it works:

• Zero interest rate – You pay nothing extra, with all fees included.
• Flexible repayment – Choose a plan that fits your cash flow, with up to 4 or 6 months to pay back.
• Borrow up to half your average monthly turnover, with two options to choose from.
  • General sector (with a minimum obligor amount of ₦500,000 and a maximum of ₦5,000,000)
  • Sector-specific (with a minimum obligor amount of ₦5,000,000 and a maximum of ₦10,000,000)

Our interest-free loans are built to help women-owned businesses move forward.

Our Zero Interest Loans are of two variants:

• General sector (4 months tenor with a 1-month moratorium)
• Sector-specific (6 months tenor with a 1-month moratorium)

Mentorship and Capacity Building

We’ve built a strong network of mentors who are here to guide, encourage, and support women in business. We also partner with consultants, so you can get expert advice at a lower cost. Our training events and seminars are designed to help you keep learning and growing.

Networking Events

We also sponsor networking events where women entrepreneurs can connect, share ideas, and discover new opportunities.

Get Started with Sheventures