3rd Edition - Indian Ocean Islands
Women Entrepreneur Awards
Celebrating Female Entrepreneurs Across the Indian Ocean
For the first time, the Women Entrepreneur Awards expands beyond Mauritius to celebrate female entrepreneurs across eight Indian Ocean island territories. One shared vision of empowerment, innovation and economic leadership.
Welcome to the Women Entrepreneur Awards
A prestigious event that celebrates the successes and accomplishments of women entrepreneurs. The awards recognize outstanding achievements of women who have made a significant impact on their industries and communities and demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities, paving the way to the success of their businesses.
Empowerment is Key
Women Entrepreneur Awards was created to encourage, support and empower female entrepreneurs from different sectors. WEA was crafted with the goal to celebrate women's achievements and successes as entrepreneurs.
100% Based on Meritocracy
The organization values what women bring to the table as business owners. The award celebrates successful women based on their merits. Selection criteria include business growth, innovation, leadership, and social impact.
Welcoming the Indian Ocean
3rd Edition - Our Biggest Reach Yet
This landmark edition unites entrepreneurs from eight territories under one shared vision of empowerment, innovation and economic leadership.
Mauritius
The home of WEA
Rodrigues
A resilient island of entrepreneurs
Madagascar
A hub of emerging entrepreneurial talent
Seychelles
A dynamic small-island economy
La Réunion
A thriving French overseas territory
Comoros
An emerging market with untapped potential
Mayotte
A growing community of innovators
Maldives
A leader in sustainable island enterprise
Selection Criteria
Our awards are 100% based on meritocracy. Nominees are evaluated on objective criteria that reflect real impact.
Business Growth
Demonstrated revenue growth, market expansion, and scaling of business operations.
Innovation
Creative solutions, new products or services, and disruption of traditional markets.
Leadership
Team building, mentorship, industry influence, and strategic vision.
Social Impact
Community contribution, environmental responsibility, and positive societal change.
Past Editions
Relive the moments that celebrated extraordinary women entrepreneurs.
Become a Sponsor
Build your brand presence across a strategic multi-island region
This expansion gives sponsors a rare opportunity to build brand presence across the Indian Ocean, or to focus exclusively on the Mauritian market. Two distinct sponsorship tracks to match your objectives.
Indian Ocean Track
Regional visibility across all seven territories
Mauritius & Rodrigues Track
Full event sponsorship focused on Mauritius
Be Part of the Change
Become an ambassador, sponsor, collaborator or partner and be part of a team that's determined to bring change across the Indian Ocean.