Transcorp Hotels Graduates 16th Women Empowerment Cohort

Transcorp Hotels Plc, a hospitality subsidiary of Transnational Corporation Plc, has celebrated the graduation of its 16th cohort of women from its Business Empowerment Programme for Women (BEPW). This initiative underscores the company's dedication to creating opportunities, empowering communities, and fostering inclusive economic growth.

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We believe hospitality goes beyond the experiences we create within our hotels. Through this programme, we are investing in young women, supporting entrepreneurship, creating social and economic impact, and promoting sustainability.

The BEPW program is a cornerstone of Transcorp Hotels Plc's sustainability efforts, aiming to generate long-term social, economic, and environmental impact. Since its establishment in 2016 in partnership with ACE Charity, the program has equipped 64 young women with essential skills, confidence, and resources necessary to build sustainable livelihoods, generate economic opportunities, and contribute significantly to their communities and Nigeria's economy.

Participants receive hands-on training in tailoring, alongside crucial skills in business, financial management, marketing, and customer service. Upon successful completion of the six-month program, each beneficiary is provided with a sewing machine and other relevant tools, enabling them to immediately launch their entrepreneurial ventures. This practical support is designed to facilitate their transition into self-employment and business ownership.

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We are proud of the 16th cohort graduands and look forward to the businesses they will build, the jobs they will create, and the positive impact they will have on their communities and Nigeria’s economy.

In line with its commitment to sustainability, Transcorp Hotels Plc integrates circular fashion principles into the BEPW program by repurposing pre-used hotel bedding. This practice not only provides practical training materials but also gives new life to items that would otherwise be discarded, modeling a sustainable approach to resource management. Uzoamaka Oshogwe, MD/CEO of Transcorp Hotels Plc, emphasized the company's belief that hospitality extends beyond hotel experiences, stating, “Through this programme, we are investing in young women, supporting entrepreneurship, creating social and economic impact, and promoting sustainability.” She expressed pride in the graduands and anticipation for the businesses they will build and the positive impact they will have on Nigeria's economy.

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Transcorp Hotels Plc continues to redefine hospitality in Africa, committed to building a future where business success is measured not only by exceptional guest experiences, but also by the positive impact it creates for people, communities, and the environment.