ALX and Nimbus Aid Foundation Join Forces to Drive AI Adoption in Women-Led Businesses

ALX Nigeria and Nimbus Aid Foundation have launched a new initiative aimed at equipping 10,000 women entrepreneurs with Artificial Intelligence (AI) skills. The partnership is designed to help female-led businesses integrate AI into their operations, improving efficiency and scalability.

With AI rapidly transforming industries, this collaboration seeks to make the technology more accessible to women-led enterprises, providing them with the tools and knowledge to compete in an increasingly digital business landscape.

Addressing the AI Accessibility Gap

Women-led businesses form a vital part of Nigeria’s SME sector, yet many struggle with digital transformation. The barriers are well known—limited AI training, financial constraints, and underrepresentation in tech-driven industries.

“Women entrepreneurs in Nigeria demonstrate remarkable resilience and innovation, yet they remain underrepresented in technology adoption,” said Wale Adegoke, Founder of Nimbus Aid Foundation. “Our partnership with ALX represents a strategic shift in how we support SMEs—moving beyond traditional advertising support to focus on technological empowerment.”

One of the biggest hurdles is affordability. While large corporations seamlessly integrate AI-driven solutions, SMEs—especially those run by women—often lack the resources to do the same.

Making AI Training Accessible

Nimbus Aid Foundation and ALX Nigeria are addressing these challenges by providing AI education tailored specifically for women entrepreneurs. The goal is to demystify AI and equip business owners with the knowledge to apply it in real-world scenarios.

Since its inception in 2016, Nimbus Aid Foundation (formerly Nimbus Aid Project) has invested over ₦50 million in advertising support, benefiting 33 women-led organizations. Now an independent entity, the foundation is expanding its impact through strategic collaborations, with this AI-focused initiative being a key milestone.

“In today’s rapidly evolving digital economy, AI is no longer a luxury but a necessity for business sustainability,” Adegoke added. “The economic pressures of recent years make it even more crucial for women-led SMEs to adopt cost-efficient technologies.”

ALX brings a strong track record in tech education, having enrolled over 1 million learners since 2021—nearly half of them women. With a curriculum designed for practical application, the organization aims to equip female entrepreneurs with AI skills that drive tangible business growth.

“This collaboration aligns perfectly with ALX’s mission to democratize access to world-class tech education,” said Ruby Igwe, General Manager, ALX Nigeria. “We’re bringing Silicon Valley-level AI training to Nigerian women entrepreneurs, with a curriculum designed for immediate business application.”

The Bigger Picture

With AI becoming a critical tool for business success, initiatives like this could play a key role in driving Nigeria’s next wave of female-led digital enterprises. However, long-term success will depend on sustained support, industry partnerships, and funding opportunities that help women-led businesses implement what they learn.

The ALX-Nimbus partnership is a promising step in that direction—giving women entrepreneurs the tools to compete, innovate, and thrive in the evolving digital economy.