Ifeoma Uddoh, founder and CEO of Shecluded, has revolutionized access to funding for African women entrepreneurs.
Established in 2019, Shecluded is Nigeria’s first female-focused fintech company, aiming to bridge the gender financing gap. By 2025, the platform had invested over $4.4 million in women-led businesses, impacting 40,000 women across Africa.
Uddoh’s journey into fintech was driven by her realization of the challenges women face in accessing capital. Her innovative approach includes a gender-lens credit algorithm to assess the creditworthiness of female entrepreneurs, addressing biases in traditional lending systems.
In recognition of her efforts, Uddoh was named a 2024 Echoing Green Fellow, joining a global network of social innovators. This accolade underscores her commitment to fostering economic parity and driving innovation in women’s financial inclusion.
Beyond funding, Shecluded offers business education, mentorship, and networking opportunities, equipping women with the tools needed to succeed in entrepreneurship. Uddoh’s work is transforming the economic landscape for women in Africa.
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