Empowering Africa Through Gender-focused Innovation
Transform the future of Africa through gender equality and intersectionality.
At Africa Trust Group, we are dedicated to pioneering a future where gender equality and intersectionality are at the core of economic and social development. Our multifaceted approach spans research and advisory, training and consulting, and gender-lens investing.
Research Excellence
Cutting-edge insights driving policy change
Training Impact
Building capacity across organizations
Investment Success
Catalyzing gender-focused economic growth
Our WHY
Addressing the Gender Gap in AfricA
Despite considerable progress in recent years, Africa continues to face significant gender disparities that hinder economic growth, social development, and sustainable change. Gender inequality manifests in various forms across the continent, from limited access to education and healthcare for women and girls to underrepresentation in leadership roles and the workforce.
Research and Advisory
A Foundation in Gender and Intersectionality
Our research and advisory services are designed to provide deep insights into the dynamics of gender and intersectionality in Africa. We leverage cutting-edge research methodologies to uncover the nuanced ways in which gender intersects with other social categorizations, influencing outcomes in various sectors.
Training and Consulting
Transformative Solutions for Inclusive Growth
Africa Trust Group’s training and consulting division is committed to fostering environments where gender equality thrives. Our programs are meticulously designed to equip organizations and individuals with the knowledge and tools necessary to integrate gender and intersectionality into their operations.
Gender-lens Investing
Financing the Future of Gender Equity
In the realm of investing, our gender-lens approach is reshaping the landscape of African economies. We identify and support enterprises and initiatives that not only promise viable returns but also actively contribute to gender equality and women’s empowerment.
Empowering Change Through Expertise and Innovation
In-depth Knowledge and Insights
Track Record of Success
Customized Solutions for Maximum Impact
Network of Change-makers
UPDATES
Africa Trust Group Partners with B and H Community Outreach
Africa Trust Group (ATG) is proud to partner with B & H Community Outreach to strengthen US–Africa business linkages that create inclusive opportunity and shared prosperity. Rooted in B & H’s mission to uplift underserved communities through education and support, this collaboration will expand access to resources, relationships and market pathways that promote empowerment and growth. Ericka Blount serves as the US Strategic Lead, driving engagement, partnerships and cross-border connections to accelerate impact…
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Are we accidentally building grant-sustainable startups?
Are we accidentally building “grant-sustainable” start-ups instead of market-viable businesses?
Africa’s start-up funding story is often told as a leaderboard: who is rising and who is slipping. But the real signal isn’t who dominates. It’s how persistent the pattern is.
Since 2019, four countries have absorbed over 80% of venture funding. Not because others lack talent, but because capital follows systems, not potential…
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Africa’s start-up funding story is often told as a leaderboard: who is rising and who is slipping. But the real signal isn’t who dominates. It’s how persistent the pattern is.
Since 2019, four countries have absorbed over 80% of venture funding. Not because others lack talent, but because capital follows systems, not potential…
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Investing in African Women? Lose the Saviour Complex
Through both my research and practice, I am fortunate enough to be immersed in the rich narratives of African women’s experiences – from their upbringing to their family and also their entrepreneurial journeys. This includes the good, the bad and the ugly. The learnings from these narratives are a key component of what inform a lot of the work that we do at Africa Trust Group – whether we are designing unique financial instruments for investing in women entrepreneurs that are better suited for the unique African context…
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Partnership
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