The Africa Women Transformative Summit (AWTS) is TLM’s flagship Pan-African platform connecting women and youth to the knowledge, networks, finance, markets and opportunities they need to lead, grow and transform Africa. More than a summit, AWTS is a catalyst for enterprise growth, leadership, collaboration and action, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, financial institutions, development partners and corporate leaders to create meaningful connections and sustainable opportunities.

Since its launch in 2024, AWTS has reached 910+ delegates from 20 countries, creating a vibrant Pan-African ecosystem for knowledge exchange, strategic partnerships, business and investment linkages, and cross-border collaboration. Through practical learning, thought leadership, mentorship and networking, AWTS continues to strengthen the capabilities of women and youth, grow competitive enterprises and amplify their contribution to Africa’s inclusive economic transformation.

AWTS is anchored on four interconnected Thematic areas that address critical drivers of enterprise growth and economic participation:

• Leadership Development
• Access to Finance & Investment
• Access to Markets & Trade
• Digital Skills & Technology Adoption