Across Africa, menstrual health enterprises are building innovative solutions to improve access to affordable and sustainable menstrual products. Yet many promising businesses still face major barriers around funding, product expansion, and market penetration.
M Ventures is stepping in to support high-potential enterprises ready to scale their impact and strengthen menstrual health access across underserved communities.
Selected participants will benefit from:
- Up to $30,000 in catalytic grant funding
- Tailored mentorship and expert consulting
- Business model and product development support
- Market access and distribution guidance
- Enterprise workshops and peer learning sessions
- Commercial growth and customer insight training
Participants will also join an immersive business development programme covering branding, packaging, revenue strategy, customer engagement, and market expansion.
Eligibility Requirements
The programme is open to:
- African menstrual health startups and SMEs
- Businesses with products already available in the market
- Enterprises demonstrating early commercial traction
- Companies focused on reusable, biodegradable, or sustainable menstrual products
Eligible countries currently include Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Senegal, Tanzania, and Côte d’Ivoire.
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Application Process
Interested applicants can submit their applications through the official programme portal below.
Apply here: Apply Now
Application deadline: June 1, 2026.
M Ventures offers more than funding. It provides African menstrual health enterprises with the strategic support, visibility, and growth resources needed to scale sustainable solutions and expand impact across the continent.
Edfrica shares opportunities for informational purposes only. Results and funding outcomes are not guaranteed.
