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BWASA - Empowering Women in Business

Empowering Women in Business Since 1980

As a non-profit leader in women's economic empowerment since 1980, BWASA exists solely to dismantle barriers and accelerate the success of women in business. Our membership model fuels this mission – enabling scalable impact while offering unparalleled value to every woman who joins our movement.

Why Membership Fees? Investing in Collective Progress

As a registered Non-Profit Organisation (NPO 023-513), BWASA channels 100% of membership fees directly into our developmental pillars:

Programme Delivery

Mentoring, skills workshops & growth labs

Advocacy

Lobbying for gender-responsive policies

Visibility

National platforms like the Businesswoman of the Year Awards

Your annual fee isn't a cost – it's an investment in an ecosystem designed to elevate your capacity, connections, and influence.

Our Development Advantage

Tailored Growth Pathways

Our tiered membership delivers tangible ROI through four transformational pillars:

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Skills Amplification

Micro/Small Enterprises:

Practical masterclasses (digital finance, tender readiness)

Corporate Leaders:

Board leadership programmes

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Strategic Networks

  • • Cross-industry peer circles
  • • BRICS and International trade mission eligibility
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Growth Catalysts

  • • Access to investor pitch forums
  • • BWA business diagnostics tools
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Influence & Recognition

  • • Voice in national policy dialogues
  • • Featured profiles on our platforms and social media pages

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Full Membership

Comprehensive Development Support

BWA's tiered membership (Micro/Small, Medium, Corporate) delivers targeted women's development support. Micro/Small businesses access peer mentorship and Growth Labs, while Medium/Corporate tiers receive executive mentoring and curated capital access.

All tiers benefit from BWA's collective strength through vital policy advocacy at national and international forums. This structure ensures tailored growth pathways aligned with member needs.

Peer Mentorship
Growth Labs
Policy Advocacy
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To be Southern Africa’s foremost pipeline for women in business and leadership — equipping, connecting, and championing them to transform industries and economies.

Rooted in our 45-year legacy, we envision a future where women are not just participants but architects of inclusive growth. Inspired by our Constitution’s call to “inspire and empower,” we measure success by the seats women claim in boardrooms, the businesses they scale, and the generations they uplift.