The EntreprenHER program trains 1,485 Namibian women

Cash flow and hustle skills just leveled up for hundreds of Namibian women, with a UN-backed program pushing thousands of small businesses closer to legit market play.

EntreprenHER impact in Namibia

• The Ministry of Gender Equality and Child Welfare trained 1 485 women.
• Since 2017, UN Women has bankrolled the rollout.
• Phase three is active, with plans pushing beyond it.
• Emma Kantema says the push builds real business muscle.

Regional reach and partner backing

• Across Namibia, South Africa, and Botswana, 2 400 ventures got help.
• De Beers Group has backed the effort for nine years.
• Officials are hunting fresh allies for phase four.
• Anna Mutavati visited during the latest update.

Bipa partnership and business stats

• Business and Intellectual Property Authority signed onto the scheme.
• Ainna Kaundu cited 27 000 female-led firms nationwide.
• Agriculture, textiles, cosmetics, and creative fields dominate.
• Kaundu tied national growth directly to women entrepreneurs.

Entrepreneur story from the program

• Benitha Nakaambo credits the initiative for safeguarding her brand.
• Her source-based venture gained protection through the support.
• Without that cover, she believes copycats could swipe her name.