Women in Africa are still less inclined than men to invest. This gender inequality in finance is a global problem that limits not only women's financial opportunities but also their potential to influence a better future for the planet. Despite their potential to participate in the financial markets, women`s involvement rates remain suboptimal for several complex reasons in the Horn of Africa The growth of women-owned enterprises is limited by their lack of awareness and understanding of private equity. Looking at the issue of access to finance, it is clear that financing options in Kenya are very limited and dominated by traditional mechanisms such as banks and microfinance institutions.