ProSEET Local Call
Looking Back at #ProSEET Call: Empowering Refugee and Host Communities
2025-11-03
Looking back at the WIDU #ProSEETCall empowering micro and small businesses in Turkana West and inspiring growth among refugee and host communities.
Kenya Quarterly Update July Sept
Quarterly Update of WIDU Kenya | July to September 2025
2025-09-30
In this news mailing, our team in Kenya presents activities and highlights of their project work from July to September 2025 as well as their upcoming activities.
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The Original WIDU Grant Upgrades to 3,000 EUR
2025-08-20
WIDU enhances its support to African entrepreneurs by upgrading the Original WIDU Grant to 3,000 EUR.
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WIDU launches its first #FashionCall in Ethiopia
2025-08-18
WIDU.africa launches #FashionCall Ethiopia to support local fashion MSEs with grants and coaching.
EU opening
WIDU.africa Now Open to All European Union Countries!
2025-08-01
WIDU.africa is now available to African diaspora residing in all European Union state members
Kenya Quarterly Update Q2 2025
Quarterly Update of WIDU Kenya | April to June 2025
2025-07-04
In this news mailing, our team in Kenya presents activities and highlights of their project work from April to June 2025 as well as their upcoming activities.
Panel of four speakers at the Digital Innovation Festival in Doulala, including WIDU's technical expert
WIDU Program Highlighted at the Digital Innovation Festival in Douala
2025-06-23
WIDU.africa Cameroon is participating in DIF 2025 in Douala to promote its financing offers to support micro-enterprises.
IDFR 2025
IDFR 2025 : WIDU Special Edition Newsletter
2025-06-22
WIDU celebrates the International Day of Family Remittances with a special edition newsletter highlighting the impact of diaspora remittances.
« Nous ne donnons plus seulement de l'argent, mais aussi le poisson et la canne à pêche. Ce qui compte vraiment, c'est la manière dont cet argent est utilisé pour développer une entreprise et créer quelque chose de durable. » - George Taita
Diaspora Voices: Meet George From Kenya
2025-06-20
From Remittances Transaction to Economic Transformation : How George Taita is Using Remittances to Fuel Development in Kenya.
"We need to seize opportunities like WIDU to amplify the support we can provide to our community."
Diaspora Voices: Meet Erick From Cameroon
2025-06-20
Dr. Erick Tambo supports a tech lab at a German school in Cameroon through WIDU—sharing skills, inspiring youth, and shaping digital education.
« Grace aux envois de fonds, on ne crée pas seulement des emplois, on améliore aussi l'économie et on donne aux gens du pouvoir social et de l'argent » - Bilha Njeri
Diaspora Voices: Meet Bilha From Kenya
2025-06-19
From the Netherlands, Bilha Njeri helps Kenya’s diaspora support MSMEs back home. Her efforts have resulted in creating jobs and building economic resilience.
International Day of Family Remittances - Maureen quote EN
Diaspora Voices: Meet Maureen From Kenya
2025-06-18
Maureen from Kenya supports her family’s bakery and poultry business through WIDU—creating jobs, impact and joy back home.
" I feel like we owe it to the younger generation to share what we’ve learned or what we’ve achieved in supporting them. "
Diaspora Voices: Meet Fitsame From Ethiopia
2025-06-16
Fitsame, a book publisher in Berlin, supports education in Ethiopia through WIDU by mentoring young authors and promoting community access to books.
“WIDU has really relieved me and I think it can bring relief to other people in the diaspora too.”
Diaspora Voices: Meet Ameyo from Togo
2025-06-16
Berlin-based activist Ameyo Dick supports families in Togo with the help of WIDU, combining project expertise and a passion for long-term impact of the diaspora.
“This type of aid is always good, for investors as well as for the home country.”
Diaspora Voices: Meet Zied From Tunisia
2025-06-16
Zied supports a friend’s workshop in Tunisia via WIDU, turning shared vision into impact. Diaspora support here means growth, not just remittances.
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Original WIDU Grant Evolves to Support Growing Businesses
2025-06-02
WIDU reopens applications for returning entrepreneurs with an upgraded grant model that reinforces diaspora engagement and business growth.
WIDU Kenya Quarterly Update
Quarterly Update of WIDU Kenya | January to March 2025
2025-04-11
In this news mailing, our team in Kenya presents activities and highlights of their project work from January to March 2025 as well as their upcoming activities.
WIDU Forum for Women Entrepreneurs
WIDU is Launching Online Its First Regional Event For Women Entrepreneurs
2025-03-06
Alongside the International Women's Day, WIDU is organising its first Forum for African women entrepreneurs on Monday 10 March.
Kenya Quarterly Update Q4
Quarterly Update of WIDU Kenya | October to December 2024
2025-02-18
In this news mailing, our team in Kenya presents activities and highlights of their project work from October to December 2024 as well as their upcoming activities.
Participants Workshop
Productive Information Session Organized in Collaboration With ADI
2024-12-05
WIDU organized an information session in collaboration with Africa Designs Innovation (ADI), WIDU's technical partner in Cameroon to support entrepreneurs.
Follow on Finance Launch WIDU.africa and AdvansGhana
Follow-On Finance Initiative Empowers Ghanaian Entrepreneurs
2024-11-20
WIDU & AdvansGhana launch the Follow-On Finance Initiative. Together, they seek to provide businesses with the resources needed to expand their operations.
WIDU Kenya July to September 2024 Update
WIDU Kenya July to September 2024 Update
2024-10-08
In this news mailing, our team in Kenya presents activities and highlights of their project work from July to September 2024 as well as their upcoming activities.
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Quarterly Update of WIDU Kenya | April to June 2024
2024-07-03
In this news mailing, our team in Kenya presents activities and highlights of their project work from April to June 2024 as well as their upcoming activities.
New Look for our dashboard - exciting news for WIDU users
WIDU is introducing a fresh new look to your dashboard!
2024-07-02
At WIDU, we’re constantly striving to enhance your user experience. We are thrilled to announce that a series of UX improvements is now live on the plattform
Participation now open to diaspora in Denmark and Belgium
WIDU.africa participation now also open to the African diaspora in Denmark and Belgium
2024-04-24
As of now, persons from Denmark and Belgium can also register on WIDU and financially support micro and small entrepreneurs (MSMEs) in Africa.