‘International Women Entrepreneurs Trade Fair’ to be Held from March 3
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- The Nepal Women Entrepreneurs Federation is organizing the 9th International Women Entrepreneurs Trade Fair 2026 in Kathmandu from March 3 to 5.
- Women entrepreneurs from rural and urban areas across 77 districts will showcase organic food products, handicrafts, and other items at 140 stalls.
- Approximately 50,000 visitors are expected, with an economic transaction target of about NPR 20 million.
March 23, Kathmandu – With the aim of connecting women entrepreneurs’ products to the market and promoting their business identity, the ‘9th International Women Entrepreneurs Trade Fair 2026’ is set to be held in Kathmandu.
The Nepal Women Entrepreneurs Federation is preparing to host this fair from March 3 to 5. The event aims to encourage successful women entrepreneurs from rural and urban areas of all 77 districts. Besides Nepal, women entrepreneurs from various other countries will also participate.
Domestic, small and medium entrepreneurs, businesspersons, and exporters will showcase their original products at the fair.
140 Stalls and International Participation
According to Federation President Darshana Shrestha, the fair will feature a total of 140 stalls. These will primarily exhibit organic food items, traditional delicacies, agricultural products, medicinal herbs, handicrafts, sculptures, jewelry, and decorative items. Over 300 women entrepreneurs’ products will be displayed at the exhibition.
In addition to Nepali products, offerings from India such as fabrics and cosmetics, electrolyte drinks from China, cosmetics and noodles from Korea, and recycled products from Bhutan will also be displayed and sold. Particularly, women entrepreneurs from all seven provinces will bring their traditional products to the fair.
As part of social responsibility, free stalls have been arranged for women entrepreneurs with disabilities. Likewise, startup entrepreneurs, youth, and district-level entrepreneurs will be provided stalls at discounted rates, the Federation stated.
The fair will not only be an exhibition but also focused on enhancing women entrepreneurs’ capacities. Throughout the event, experts will conduct panel discussions and training sessions on topics such as digitalization, market expansion, and financial literacy.
Transaction Target of NPR 20 Million
The organizers estimate about 50,000 visitors this year. They have set a target of around NPR 20 million in economic transactions during the fair.
President Shrestha expressed confidence that this fair will prove to be a significant milestone in establishing women entrepreneurs’ skills and creativity in both national and international markets.
Organizers also noted that this platform will offer women entrepreneurs opportunities for networking and business collaboration.