• Home
  • Blog
  • Community
  • Knowledge
  • Cover Stories
  • Startup Stories
  • Playbooks
  • Podcasts
  • Português
    • Events Homepage & Booking
    • Start-Up Night Africa Series
    • Lioness Lean In Series
    • Lionesses of Africa Annual Conference
    • Harvard University / Lionesses of Africa Conference
    • Young Lioness Lean In Series
    • About Us
    • Manifesto
    • Impact Partners
    • Contributor Team
    • Contact
    • Join the Community
    • Signup for FREE Newsletters
    • Share Your Startup Story
    • Share Your Lioness Launch
    • Share Your Lioness Co-Lab
    • Become a Contributor
    • Nominate to '100 Lionessess'
    • Become an Impact Partner
    • Contact LoA
Menu

Lionesses of Africa

276 5th Avenue
New York, NY, 10001
(212) 634-4540
The Pride of Africa's Women Entrepreneurs

the pride of Africa's women entrepreneurs

Lionesses of Africa

  • Home
  • Blog
  • Community
  • Knowledge
  • Cover Stories
  • Startup Stories
  • Playbooks
  • Podcasts
  • Português
  • Events +
    • Events Homepage & Booking
    • Start-Up Night Africa Series
    • Lioness Lean In Series
    • Lionesses of Africa Annual Conference
    • Harvard University / Lionesses of Africa Conference
    • Young Lioness Lean In Series
  • About +
    • About Us
    • Manifesto
    • Impact Partners
    • Contributor Team
    • Contact
  • Connect +
    • Join the Community
    • Signup for FREE Newsletters
    • Share Your Startup Story
    • Share Your Lioness Launch
    • Share Your Lioness Co-Lab
    • Become a Contributor
    • Nominate to '100 Lionessess'
    • Become an Impact Partner
    • Contact LoA

Janet Shaw - The startup story of a social entrepreneur and her Zulu Beadwork Project

November 18, 2014 Melanie Hawken
Janet Shaw, founder of the Zulu Beadwork Project

Janet Shaw, founder of the Zulu Beadwork Project

A social entrepreneur creates a Zulu beadwork collaboration that empowers, uplifts and celebrates the talents of South African craftswomen. 

Read more
In Startup Story Tags Janet Shaw, Social Entrepreneur, Social Impact, #ChooseArtisan, Social Entrepreneurship Month, Artisans, South Africa
Comment

CELEBRATING 10 YEARS

FEATURED PODCAST INTERVIEWS

LIONESSES OF AFRICA · Lioness Radio Show Special Event Ed. 4 Start-Up Night Africa, The Hague 2024
LIONESSES OF AFRICA · Lioness Radio Show Special Event Ed. 3 Start-Up Night Africa, The Hague 2024

FEATURES

Featured
New Lioness Playbook launched to help women entrepreneurs manage their cash flow
Aug 15, 2024
New Lioness Playbook launched to help women entrepreneurs manage their cash flow
Aug 15, 2024
Aug 15, 2024
Introducing the holistic Absa Women and Youth Proposition
Aug 4, 2024
Introducing the holistic Absa Women and Youth Proposition
Aug 4, 2024
Aug 4, 2024
Absa Bank wins Euromoney Award for Excellence as South Africa’s Best Bank for SMEs
Jul 20, 2024
Absa Bank wins Euromoney Award for Excellence as South Africa’s Best Bank for SMEs
Jul 20, 2024
Jul 20, 2024
Empowering women entrepreneurs and fostering inclusive financial practices to drive sustainable economic growth across Africa
Jul 18, 2024
Empowering women entrepreneurs and fostering inclusive financial practices to drive sustainable economic growth across Africa
Jul 18, 2024
Jul 18, 2024
The power of partnerships to create greater access to funding for Africa’s women entrepreneurs
Jul 18, 2024
The power of partnerships to create greater access to funding for Africa’s women entrepreneurs
Jul 18, 2024
Jul 18, 2024
On a mission for equal rights and business opportunities for women entrepreneurs on the African continent
Jun 26, 2024
On a mission for equal rights and business opportunities for women entrepreneurs on the African continent
Jun 26, 2024
Jun 26, 2024

LIONESS WEEKENDER COVER STORIES

LIONESS WEEKENDER COVER STORY
Nkemdilim Uwaje Begho, Ngozi Edozien & Bella Ikeme, three entrepreneurs empowering organisations in ESG excellence
Nkemdilim Uwaje Begho, Ngozi Edozien & Bella Ikeme, three entrepreneurs empowering organisations in ESG excellence
Lorato Mosetlhanyane, an entrepreneur passionate about leadership coaching
Lorato Mosetlhanyane, an entrepreneur passionate about leadership coaching
Zebeline Ertance, an impact driven agribusiness builder in Madagascar
Zebeline Ertance, an impact driven agribusiness builder in Madagascar
Sneha Mehta and Jade Oyateru, unique women’s wellness brand builders in Africa
Sneha Mehta and Jade Oyateru, unique women’s wellness brand builders in Africa
Dr Kheira Benaissa, an innovation-driven biogas entrepreneur in Algeria
Dr Kheira Benaissa, an innovation-driven biogas entrepreneur in Algeria

IMAGE OF THE DAY. CELEBRATING WOMAN MADE IN AFRICA.

STARTUP STORIES. MEET THE WOMEN WHO’VE LAUNCHED.

Featured
Mercia Bie, a Mozambican entrepreneur on a mission to bring natural flavours to her customers’ cuisines
Mercia Bie, a Mozambican entrepreneur on a mission to bring natural flavours to her customers’ cuisines
Lusanda Omelo, a South African digital marketing and AI automation business helping SMMEs establish their online presence
Lusanda Omelo, a South African digital marketing and AI automation business helping SMMEs establish their online presence
Veronique-Chantelle Mew, a South African entrepreneur building a superior quality clothing brand tailored for tall women
Veronique-Chantelle Mew, a South African entrepreneur building a superior quality clothing brand tailored for tall women
Lilian Maira, a Kenyan sustainable fashion brand builder creating high quality, uniquely designed, and handcrafted bags
Lilian Maira, a Kenyan sustainable fashion brand builder creating high quality, uniquely designed, and handcrafted bags
Echika Obijiaku, a visionary entrepreneur dedicated to promoting financial inclusion in Nigeria
Echika Obijiaku, a visionary entrepreneur dedicated to promoting financial inclusion in Nigeria

LIONESS DATA & INSIGHTS

LIONESS PLAYBOOKS

LIONESS RADIO. LATEST EPISODE.

LIONESSES OF AFRICA · The Business of Funding Podcast - Ep.4

The Business of Funding Ep.4 features: Sarah Dusek, co-founder, Enygma Ventures on the latest call for applications in April 2022 to her investment fund for high growth women entrepreneurs in Southern Africa. Sarah is joined by two award winning women fintech entrepreneurs from Zambia. Chilufya Mutale, founder of Premier Credit; and Evelyn Kaingu, co-founder of Lupiya.

Screen Shot 2020-01-27 at 6.01.32 PM.png
Screen Shot 2020-01-27 at 5.34.58 PM.png

Sign up today to receive the #1-rated newsletters for Africa's women entrepreneurs.

* indicates required
Required: Please select your newsletter(s):

LIONESS BOOK REVIEWS

Featured
The Apple Stand: How To Rekindle The Love For Your Business by Jennifer Dawn
The Apple Stand: How To Rekindle The Love For Your Business by Jennifer Dawn
Echoes of Influence: Harnessing The Power of Storytelling As A Leadership Strategy by Mimi Kalinda
Echoes of Influence: Harnessing The Power of Storytelling As A Leadership Strategy by Mimi Kalinda
The Unstoppable Woman's Manifesto by Rochel Marie Lawson
The Unstoppable Woman's Manifesto by Rochel Marie Lawson
The Abundance Decision: The Intersection of a Thriving Business and Fulfilling Life by Malorie Nicole
The Abundance Decision: The Intersection of a Thriving Business and Fulfilling Life by Malorie Nicole
Thriving Solo in Business: Resilient Leadership Blueprint for Solo Entrepreneurs by Dr Sandra L Abbey
Thriving Solo in Business: Resilient Leadership Blueprint for Solo Entrepreneurs by Dr Sandra L Abbey

About Us  |  Contact Us  | PRIVACY POLICY | terms OF SERVICE  | Community Guidelines  

© 2024 LIONESSES OF AFRICA public benefit corporation. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.