Closing date for registration is April 2nd, 2024 Applications/registrations are currently open for the 2025 Young Professionals Programme at the World Trade Organization (WTO). The WTO Young Professionals Programme (YPP) is a special opportunity for qualified individuals under the age of 32, as of January 1, 2025, from WTO Members with limited or no representation…

The Africa’s Business Heroes Prize Competition, a philanthropic venture supported by the Jack Ma Foundation and Alibaba Philanthropy, seeks to assist and empower the next generation of African entrepreneurs. The initiative provides grant funding, training programs, and support to foster the growth of an entrepreneurial ecosystem on the continent. Annually, the ABH Prize Competition features…

In line with the organization’s vision to inspire positive change and empower Nigerian youth, the 234 Community Impact Challenge is dedicated to fostering a proactive approach among tertiary institution students in addressing local issues. This initiative encourages civic responsibility, enhances skills, and promotes lasting community impact through user-centric initiatives. Eligibility:Open to students from any Nigerian…

Application Deadline: March 25, 2024 The Intercultural Innovation Hub (IIH) serves as a platform to foster connections between individuals and cultures, empower grassroots organizations, and amplify innovative initiatives that contribute to building inclusive societies. We extend an invitation to not-for-profit grassroots organizations that actively promote intercultural dialogue, understanding, and social inclusion. The selected organizations will…

Through the Tuition Support Project, Selar aims to offer financial aid by subsidizing tuition fees for 50 final-year students in any Tertiary Institution in Nigeria. Considering the staggering increase in school fees across Nigeria, making education inaccessible for many, the Selar tuition funds has provided support for final-year students to ease their academic pursuits. The…

in light of the remarkable success witnessed during the 2023 funding cycle, which saw the backing of 43 projects spanning 20 countries, there is a strong commitment to continue bolstering academic endeavours. With a keen emphasis on various domains encompassing applied and theoretical cryptography, economics, game theory, security, consensus protocols, formal verification, P2P networking, societal…

At Deloitte, they are committed to expanding opportunities for 100 million people by 2030 by developing job skills, improving educational outcomes, and providing opportunities for individuals from underrepresented and marginalised groups around the world. In line with this ambition, Deloitte is proud to support the Lead2030 Challenge for SDG4 for the fifth year. Working together,…

Orange Corners Nigeria, an initiative by the Embassy of the Kingdom of Netherlands in Lagos and executed by FATE Foundation, aims to foster a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in Nigeria, providing economic opportunities, skills, and empowerment for the youth. Over the past five years, we’ve been the driving force behind 180 businesses across nine cohorts, showcasing…

2024 Federal Government Technical/Entrepreneurship Skill Grant | #500,000 Start-up How to Apply for Federal Government Technical/Entrepreneurship Skill Grant (Step by Step) To Participate follow the under-listed steps: Step 1 Follow @abiola_arogundade_ssa on Instagram and Abiola Arogundade on Facebook. Step 2 Record a video not more than one minute video, sharing your technical, vocational or entrepreneurship…

The TEF Entrepreneurship Programme invites entrepreneurs from across Africa with startup ideas or existing businesses under 3 years old in any sector. Successful applicants, joining over 9,000 beneficiaries from 54 countries, will receive business training, mentoring, a non-refundable $5,000 seed capital, and global networking opportunities. This 10-year, $100 million commitment aims to identify, train, mentor,…

Introducing our colossal New Year’s gift – the chance to vie for a portion of the $11 million cash prizes in the 2024 HICOOL Enterprise Challenge: First Prize (7 startups): $300,000 eachSecond Prize (21 startups): $150,000 eachThird Prize (42 startups): $75,000 eachFourth Prize (70 startups): $30,000 eachBeyond the cash rewards, participating startups in the preliminary…

The Afri Women Innovation (AWI) Grant, part of the EquiHER initiative, aligns with the United Nations SDG, focusing on supporting African women with promising business ideas or existing companies within the continent. Whether it’s a modest concept or a well-established business, the emphasis lies in the belief that even the smallest idea can instigate significant…

OpenAI’s 2024 Superalignment Fast Grants, dated December ,2023, address the anticipation of superintelligence emerging in the next decade. While current AI systems are aligned for safety using reinforcement learning from human feedback (RLHF), aligning future superhuman AI poses new challenges due to their complex and creative behaviors beyond human understanding. Superhuman AI’s intricate code generation,…

Welcome to a unique platform designed for creative African youth in the travel and tourism sector. This initiative aims to assist individuals seeking financial backing, partnerships, and mentorship to showcase their projects globally and garner essential support for their initiatives. Key Highlights: $1,000 grant for the winner.$500 grant each for the 1st and 2nd runners-up.Free…

Explore a brighter future with the Stephen Akintayo Foundation Business Grants. Our mission revolves around shaping Africa’s destiny through education, considering it a key catalyst for progress. This grant is dedicated to nurturing innovation and supporting aspiring minds. While historically focused on Africans within Africa, our impact is expanding in 2024 to 9 countries across…

In line with the vision of His Excellency to boost economic growth in Kaduna State, the Kaduna State Government, in collaboration with the Kaduna State Enterprise Development Agency (KADEDA) under the KDCares initiative, has launched the “A KORI TALAUCI” program. This program is designed to offer operational grant support to small businesses in the state,…

One million businesses about to receive grants and loans . The federal government of Nigeria introduces two main programs called Presidential palliative grant and presidential palliative loan. Information below The Nigerian Federal Government is excited to introduce the Presidential Conditional Grant for Nano Businesses, a vital component of the Presidential Palliative Program. Under this initiative,…

The Flourish Africa Grant for Female Entrepreneurs is a One Billion Naira Fund dedicated to supporting and fostering African female-owned businesses over a span of 5 years. This initiative aims to empower the entrepreneurial endeavors of a minimum of 2,500 female business owners through a combination of funding and structured training. Within the program, a…

Invitation for Participation: EDC/Mastercard Initiative Empowering Nigerian Youths Program for 40,000 MSMEs ABOUT THE INITIATIVE Empowering Nigerian Youths The Empowering Nigerian Youths program seeks to establish a network of transformative leaders in entrepreneurship and management, specifically targeting youths and women within the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) sector in Nigeria. This initiative is introduced…

In the dynamic landscape of Nigeria, initiatives like the Nigeria COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus (NG CARES) Program play a crucial role in fostering economic recovery and resilience. NG CARES aims to provide support to vulnerable households, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and communities affected by the global pandemic. If you’re seeking assistance or…

Become one of five entrepreneurs to receive a N1 million grant and propel your business to new heights with FCMB’s support. Register now if you’re a business owner seeking seed funding for expansion. FCMB is dedicated to “Funding SMEs For Success” and is ready to provide your business the necessary boost. Register NowIf you’re a…

Femme Africa, in collaboration with Flutterwave, presents ‘In Her Bag,’ a business fund tailored for female entrepreneurs in Nigeria. This initiative aims to address the challenges faced by women-owned small and medium-sized businesses during the scaling process. Key Details: Eligibility Criteria: Program Timeline: HOW TO APPLY FOR FLUTTERWAVE GRANT. to apply CLICK HERE

Micro Grant Applications Now Available Our micro grant initiative aims to support the social and economic development of women from African and Caribbean backgrounds globally. In collaboration with our sponsors, we are offering three $500 micro grants by the conclusion of 2023. These grants welcome applications from women of African and Caribbean descent, residing anywhere…

The Changemakers Challenge, an initiative by Boys Champions Foundation, provides an exclusive platform for changemakers and entrepreneurs to showcase their projects and secure funding to launch or expand their ventures. This competition welcomes young individuals at different stages of their entrepreneurial journey. Through a meticulous selection process, we aim to identify the most innovative and…

The Agriculture Summit Africa (ASA) stands as a prominent privately funded initiative on the African continent, committed to enhancing the agribusiness value chain by fostering collaboration between private and public sector stakeholders, development finance institutions, agribusiness investors, and industry participants. Spearheaded by Sterling Bank PLC, a prominent commercial bank based in Nigeria, ASA accomplishes its…

In a world where women are increasingly breaking barriers and shattering glass ceilings, there is a need for organizations that not only recognize their potential but also actively support their aspirations. MTN Uganda, one of the country’s leading telecommunications companies, has taken a commendable step towards empowering Ugandan women entrepreneurs. Their initiative not only promotes…

The Womenpreneur Pitch-a-Ton program represents a groundbreaking women-focused business support initiative introduced by Access Bank’s W Initiative. This innovative program was carefully crafted to offer female entrepreneurs across Africa a unique opportunity to access financial resources, world-class business training, and mentorship programs aimed at nurturing their business growth. This extensive five-month competition operates in collaboration…

If you are a young individual aged 18-35 from Africa and actively engaged in developing a climate mobility solution, we invite you to apply for the African Climate Mobility Youth Solutions 2023. Successful applicants have the opportunity to receive funding of up to $5,000 to support their projects over the course of one year. The…