AWE DRC Alumnae Association

10/03/2026

📍 Bukavu
Rendez-vous le 21 mars à l’hôtel New Riviera avec . Nous sommes ravies de rejoindre Falax pour le Business Summit, une initiative de notre alumnae .
Fières d’être associées en tant qu’AWE DRC
Alumnae Association et heureuses de soutenir les actions menées par nos alumna dans la communauté. À bientôt à Bukavu - nous serons ravies de vous y compter !

08/02/2026

Our Vice President, , and Treasurer, , participated in a conference organized by the 🇺🇸 Embassy and “Le Congo Prêt à l’Investissement.”
As , it was a fantastic opportunity to connect with various stakeholders, including investors, business leaders, entrepreneurs, and public institutions. We left inspired and motivated by the belief that a prosperous Congo is possible.
We’re currently working on something exciting—stay tuned so you don’t miss what’s coming next! ✊🏾💪🏾

26/11/2025

Get ready, because Awe IMPACTLAB is officially BACK, bigger, bolder, and more inspiring than ever. 🎉🔥

This 29th November at 10:00 AM EAT, we are coming together for a powerful session all about growing our income, scaling our ideas, and unlocking new opportunities.

Organized by the AWE East Africa Alumni Associations, this edition brings you an experienced, dynamic panel ready to share their top insights, strategies, and real world lessons you can apply immediately.

Don’t miss out
Register now ,the Zoom link will be shared for attendance.
Let’s learn, connect, and elevate together.

See you at IMPACTLAB🌟

04/11/2025

🌟 Remerciements à nos Alumnae ! 🌟

Un immense merci à toutes celles qui ont répondu présentes à notre quick call du lundi 3 novembre 2025 ! 🙌
Nous avons passé deux heures intenses et enrichissantes ensemble, et votre participation a été essentielle. Vos partages d’expériences, défis et succès ont renforcé notre conviction que nous formons une communauté solide et inspirante.
Nous avons hâte de vous retrouver lors de notre prochaine session.

À très bientôt ! 💪❤️

28/10/2025

Invitation à un Quick Call
Chère Alumnae,

Nous vous invitons à un quick call ce lundi 3 novembre 2025 à partir de 19h heure de Kinshasa pour :
Prendre des nouvelles de nos entrepreneurs
Partager nos expériences sur les défis et succès rencontrés

Pourquoi participer ?
- Se sentir entendu et soutenu ; vous n'êtes pas seules dans cette aventure. Ensemble, nous formons une communauté solide.
- Partager pour inspirer ; vos histoires peuvent motiver d'autres qui traversent des situations similaires. Nous pouvons surmonter les obstacles ensemble.
- Solidarité avec nos membres de l'Est ; nous pensons spécialement à celles qui ont perdu espoir ou qui cherchent à s'adapter à des temps incertains.
Venez comme vous êtes 🥰

10/04/2025

Networking: The Key to Business Success

Building strong connections can open doors to new opportunities. Here are three tips to expand your network:
1️. Be proactive – Attend events and introduce yourself.
2️. Follow up – Stay in touch after meeting someone.
3️. Add value – Offer help or insights before asking for support.

What’s your best networking tip? Share it in the comments!

08/03/2025

Happy International Women’s Day 🌍

Today, we celebrate the strength, creativity, and leadership of women everywhere. This day is a tribute to our journey and a recognition of the challenges we face together.
We especially honor the women entrepreneurs from Eastern DRC 🇨🇩, who continue to show remarkable courage despite the turmoil and uncertainty.

Now, more than ever, we must stand united. The current situation is difficult, but together, our strength and solidarity will help us overcome these obstacles.
Let’s remember that we are fighters. Every step we take brings us closer to our goals and, most importantly, to hope. We will not give up, no matter the circumstances.
Join us in celebrating the power of women today and every day

AWE DRC Alumnae Association

24/02/2025

🔥 Besoin de réconfort après une semaine épuisante ?🔥

Passez dès maintenant au Bâtiment Mukubaganyi, porte avec indication Mashanza ya Kwetu, juste avant l'alimentation La Topaze, pour vous procurer votre farine Butamu Enrichie ! 🌾

💪 Après une semaine fatigante, rien de mieux qu'une tasse de bouillie chaude pour recharger vos batteries et offrir à toute votre famille une alimentation saine et équilibrée.

Suivre la chaîne Butamu Aspk sur WhatsApp : https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va8YQkHDOQIOJ3k2Wl0I

👉 Butamu, la force qui vous soutient chaque jour !🍼❤️

24/02/2025

Mastering the Art of Pitching: Make a Lasting Impression!

Delivering a powerful pitch is a crucial skill for every entrepreneur. Whether you're seeking funding, attracting customers, or presenting your business idea, how you pitch matters!
Key Steps to a Winning Pitch:

1️. Captivate Your Audience Immediately: Your introduction should grab attention and set the tone for your message.

2️. Clearly Define the Problem & Solution: Show why your business matters and how it solves a real challenge.

3️. End with a Strong Call-to-Action: Make it clear what you want your audience to do next—invest, collaborate, or follow up.

In one of 2024 masterclasses, we had the privilege of hosting two distinguished experts who shared invaluable insights on delivering impactful business pitches:
Ms. Theana Ana Msolomba A financial education specialist from Malawi, Ms. Msolomba emphasized the importance of critically evaluating one's business through an external perspective. And Mr. Brian Munaita An entrepreneur from Kenya with over four years of experience in management consultancy and resource mobilization advised participants to approach pitching as building a relationship.

Want to dive deeper? Watch this exclusive AWE DRC Masterclass on pitching, featuring expert insights from Cohort 1! 🎥https://youtu.be/GDH21yRiVrU?si=_lVCKuK7S3_NLRV3

Their insights provided our cohort with valuable strategies to enhance their pitching skills and build meaningful connections with stakeholders.
What’s your best tip for delivering a successful pitch? Share your insights in the comments! Let’s empower each other to pitch with confidence.

08/02/2025

Call for Volunteer Mentors!
The AWE DRC Program is seeking dedicated professionals and business leaders to mentor women entrepreneurs in Cohort 2 Mentorship Program.

📅 Program Dates: Early March - Early May 2025
⏳ Commitment: 1-2 hours per week for 8 weeks
As a mentor, you’ll have the opportunity to:
Share your expertise in business development.
Empower women entrepreneurs to achieve their goals.
Contribute to the growth of entrepreneurship in the DRC.
🔗 Are you interested? Click to the following link to fill the interest form now https://lnkd.in/dXsMxiu8
Let’s make an impact together!

08/02/2025

Interested, please apply 🇨🇩

Call for Volunteer Mentors!

The AWE DRC Program is seeking dedicated professionals and business leaders to mentor women entrepreneurs in Cohort 2 Mentorship Program.

📅 Program Dates: Early March - Early May 2025

⏳ Commitment: 1-2 hours per week for 8 weeks

As a mentor, you’ll have the opportunity to:

1. Share your expertise in business development.

2. Empower women entrepreneurs to achieve their goals.

3. Contribute to the growth of entrepreneurship in the DRC.

🔗 Are you interested? Click to the following link to fill the interest form now https://forms.gle/yhcsc83X25zaFMhm7

Let’s make an impact together!

02/02/2025

🔔 Important Update: Postponement of Official Launch

We regret to inform you that the official launch of AWE DRC Cohort 2 has been postponed due to unavoidable circumstances.

While this was a difficult decision, it allows us to ensure that the program launch meets the highest standards of preparation and impact. We remain committed to providing a transformative experience for our participants and partners.

Stay tuned for further updates. We’ll be sharing the new date and additional information soon.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support of the AWE DRC program. Together, we will continue to empower women entrepreneurs across the DRC.