Are you between 18 and 45, an entrepreneur or project holder in Côte d'Ivoire? Structure your business, build your skills and prepare your access to financing.
Application deadline: December 30, 2026
The Hybrid Responsible Entrepreneurship Program (IRE-E), led by ZOLA & ASSOCIÉS, is now accepting applications from young entrepreneurs and project holders in Côte d'Ivoire. It combines a digital platform, an entrepreneurial diagnostic, coaching, training and financing preparation to support the structuring, development and sustainability of businesses.
Select 100 entrepreneurs, with a target of at least 50% women business leaders or project holders, to promote women's entrepreneurship and a more equitable access to development opportunities.
The program benefits from institutional support from the Ministry of Women, Family and Children of Côte d'Ivoire (MFFE CI), formalized by letter no. 3601/MFFE/CAB-01/DAEF/mfk of June 20, 2026. The Ministry notably referred the project to its operational technical departments, including the Directorate for Women's Economic Empowerment (DAEF). The program also benefits from an official expression of interest from the SME Guarantee Fund Management Company (SGPME CI).
Particular attention will be given to women's participation, with a target of at least 50% women among selected beneficiaries.
A dedicated space to access learning resources, follow your journey, complete planned activities and exchange with coaches.
A structured diagnostic to assess the maturity of your business or project, identify strengths and gaps and set improvement priorities.
Support tailored to each entrepreneur's profile, maturity level and needs.
Hands-on sessions led by experts: financial management, governance, taxation, organization, performance, entrepreneurial responsibility, business development.
Support to improve your organization, strategy, financial management, governance and steering capacity.
Support to strengthen your file, improve your bankability and engage with banks, microfinance institutions and suitable financing mechanisms.
Once financing is obtained, follow-up to encourage rigorous use of resources and consolidate gains.
Depending on results, available places and partnerships, the best-performing businesses may benefit from professional immersions in Côte d'Ivoire, Benin and Congo.
Meet other entrepreneurs, coaches, experts and ecosystem players.
Towards a better-governed, financially sound, organized, responsible business focused on sustainable growth.
Selection will be made within the 100 available places and in line with the target for women's participation.
A question about the program?
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