Shaping
an inclusive future

We expand opportunities and improve outcomes across education,

enterprise, civic participation, and economic life.

About us

BD FOUNDATION AT A GLANCE

Redefining Media as Infrastructure for Development

Across West Africa and the continent, millions face systemic barriers to economic inclusion, equity, and opportunity. But without a strong, ethical, and development-driven media system, the stories that shape public policy, guide investments, and spark citizen action remain incomplete or invisible.

Media is not just a communication tool. It is infrastructure. It influences what is seen, what is funded, and what is prioritised.

At the BusinessDay Foundation, we are building media systems that serve development by amplifying marginalised voices, spotlighting transformative ideas, and delivering data and strategic insights that empower policymakers, institutions, and communities to act with purpose. 

Established by BusinessDay, West Africa’s leading business intelligence platform, we are uniquely positioned at the intersection of journalism, civic innovation, and impact.

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Why This Work Matters

Media As An Economic Enabler

At BusinessDay Foundation, we see media as essential to progress, shaping discourse, informing decisions, and enabling inclusive development.

The Cost of Weak Systems

When media systems lack funding or capacity, sectors like youth, MSMEs, and innovation stay invisible, missing out on support.

Powering Inclusive Narratives

We invest in ethical journalism, inclusive storytelling, and capacity building to spotlight ideas and people driving positive, future-focused change.

A Foundation for Growth

Through our pillars. Media System Strengthening and Economic Inclusion, we help build a connected, equitable, and prosperous society.

Visibility Drives Inclusion

Inclusion isn’t just ethical — it’s strategic. When women are excluded from media leadership and key beats, society loses vital perspectives.

Meet Our Partners

Our vision is not one that can be single-handedly achieved, so we have partnered

with organizations that understand the vision and share our values.