The AGRA Value4Her initiative and CGIAR (the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT & the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)) have partnered to launch the Small Grants Program on Climate Adaptation & Financing for Women-Led SMEs. This program invites women-led agribusinesses across sub-Saharan Africa to apply for grant support, technical assistance, and capacity strengthening to document and scale their climate adaptation practices.
About the Program
This initiative is designed to recognize, support, and amplify the vital role that women-led agribusinesses play in building climate resilience across sub-Saharan Africa. Selected businesses will benefit from:
- 💰 Grant Support: Financial assistance to help scale climate-smart practices
- 👩🏫 Technical Assistance: Expert guidance on climate adaptation strategies
- 📈 Capacity Strengthening: Training and resources to enhance business resilience and documentation of climate actions
Who Should Apply
This program is specifically for:
- Women-led agribusinesses (businesses owned and/or led by women)
- Operating across sub-Saharan Africa
- Contributing to climate resilience in the agricultural sector
Important Dates
Information Session (Recommended)
📅 Thursday 13th August, 2026, at 2:00 PM EAT
Join this session to learn more about the program and get your questions answered.
🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/dbi8_7BX
Application Deadline
⏰ Thursday 20th August, 2026
🔗 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/dewZGWVC
Why This Program Matters
Women-led agribusinesses are at the forefront of climate adaptation in Africa. Yet they often face significant barriers to accessing the resources, finance, and technical support needed to scale their climate-smart practices. This program directly addresses these gaps by providing targeted support to document and scale their contributions to climate resilience.
Need Support with Your Application?
At BDC Solutions, we support women-led agribusinesses and entrepreneurs with:
- 📊 Business Advisory – Strategic guidance to strengthen your application and business model
- 📝 Proposal Development – Help with crafting a compelling application
- 🌐 Online Visibility – Branding, digital presence, and marketing to stand out
Let us help you position your business for success in this competitive opportunity.
📞 Contact us: 0787192428
Visit us at: https://bdcsolutions.online/
Quick Reference
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Program | Small Grants Program on Climate Adaptation & Financing for Women-Led SMEs |
| Organizers | AGRA Value4Her & CGIAR |
| Eligibility | Women-led agribusinesses across sub-Saharan Africa |
| Info Session | 13 August 2026 at 2:00 PM EAT |
| Application Deadline | 20 August 2026 |
BDC Solutions believes the future is not something we wait for—it’s something we build together. Start your application today!




