FCMB’s SheVentures launches interest-free loans for female exporters

First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has launched the SheVentures Export Readiness Programme to support women-owned businesses in Nigeria looking to expand into global markets.

The programme will give participants access to insightful knowledge, focused advisory, and zero-interest loans to fund their export trade logistics.

 

“Our mission with the SheVentures Export Readiness Programme is to support women-owned businesses to export their products and services worldwide,” said Mrs. Yemisi Edun, Managing Director of FCMB.

She explained further, “We provide interest-free loans, training, and mentoring to help overcome common challenges such as lack of financial resources and knowledge gap. Our ultimate goal is to empower Nigerian SMEs to scale beyond their local markets by connecting them with other businesses globally and leveraging the vast opportunities of globalization.”

The SheVentures Export Readiness Program is open to all women-owned SMEs in Nigeria who are interested in reaching new markets and growing their businesses. The program will include a series of training modules on topics such as export market research, product development, and export documentation. Participants will also have the opportunity to receive one-on-one mentoring from experienced exporters.

“Nigerian businesswomen face many challenges in their quest to grow successful businesses,” said Ms. Yetunde Moito, Head of Women in Business (SheVentures) at FCMB.