Category: Accelerator Programs

Are You Ready to Make a Difference with Your Pen? The Champions Educational Foundation (CEF) invites students to participate in an essay competition on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and sustainable development in Nigeria. This post provides details on the competition theme, submission guidelines, prizes, and deadlines. Read further for full information. The Champions Educational Foundation (CEF)…

Are you keen on taking a digital skill in 2025? Apply for the Microsoft Digital Skills Program if you are indeed passionate about this dream. The Microsoft Wootlab Digital Skills Program provides an exclusive opportunity for our community to acquire essential digital skills. In this post, we will identify the details of the program, its…

With the Visa Accelerator program, you can unlock the full potential of your startup and accelerate your success in the dynamic world of fintech. This pioneering initiative brings together Africa’s brightest minds with experienced mentors, cutting-edge technology, and unrivaled investment opportunities. Are you prepared to disrupt the industry, transform finance, and have an impact on…

Applications are open for the 2025 HealthTech Hub Africa Accelerator Program. For the 2025 cohort, they are looking for ventures from Africa with innovative solutions (including hardware, software, data analytics and AI solutions, biotech, etc.) and business models allowing for collaboration with local and national governments, aiming to solve health challenges and/or support public health…

Entries are now open for Accelerate Africa, a pre-seed/seed stage accelerator program that accelerates bold and visionary founders turning our collective challenges into global businesses, providing the client intros, resources, advisors, and networks to get you on a path to $1m in revenue within 12-18 months of completion. The Accelerate Africa runs multiple cohorts per year for…

AIIDEV Africa has launched the 2025 cohort of the Teach4SDGs program, which aims to promote sustainable development and educate future generations about the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Teach4SDGs program is an initiative that aims to provide primary and secondary school teachers in Africa with the knowledge, skills, and values required to take…

Developing an ecosystem for financing and growing sustainable projects. A sustainability accelerator is a program designed to foster the growth of early-stage to mature businesses focused on addressing environmental and social challenges. Impact goal: To empower innovative startups focused on sustainability by providing them with the resources, mentorship, and network needed to scale their impact and…

Africa faces significant energy challenges, including limited access to reliable electricity, overreliance on fossil fuels, and inadequate infrastructure. These issues hinder social and economic development, contribute to environmental degradation, and exacerbate climate change impacts. However, these challenges also present unique opportunities for sustainable energy solutions. The Sustainable Energy Accelerator recognizes this problem as an opportunity…

Applications are open for the YouthxYouth Learning Festival Cafe Experience 2025. As part of the 2025 YouthxYouth Learning Festival, the Cafés are intergenerational small group conversations for experienced youth activists and adult allies who seek to build relationships and co-create tangible actions in service of complex challenges in education transformation. Each of this year’s Cafés will…

Are You an early-stage startup in Lagos? Apply for the Startup Launchpad Accelerator by Optimus Digital Future and The Nest Innovation Park to scale your startup by leveraging the power of Artificial Intelligence. The goal of the Startup Launchpad is to accelerate the growth and innovation of startups as well as developing new AI-powered solutions.…

Applications are open for the Transforming Nigerian Youths Program 2025. SARA BY WEMA, in collaboration with Enterprise Development Centre (EDC), and MasterCard Foundation proudly presents a transformative initiative aimed at equipping Nigerian youths, especially female entrepreneurs, with essential entrepreneurial and managerial skills. The Transforming Nigerian Youths Program offers comprehensive training and support to young Nigerian entrepreneurs,…

Are you passionate about helping young women achieve their personal development goals? Do you have the experience and knowledge to guide others through their transformation journey? Treasures Refuge is thrilled to announce that applications are now open for mentors to join Cohort 2 of our Personal Transformation Mentorship Program with Tinu Smith! This is a…

As an enterprising, motivated recent graduate or Master’s graduate, our two-year general graduate development programme provides you with the opportunity to contribute to Wellcome’s mission of improving health. During the programme, you will have the opportunity to work in a variety of Wellcome activities to gain general experience, or you may specialize in funding and…

Applications are now open for the 2024 Smartphone Photography Competition. The fifth SPC Smartphone Photography Competition invites you to share your thoughts and perspectives on the world through the lens of your mobile phone. They believe you can capture the world’s ultimate beauty in every way. Your world recording can begin at any time and…

A free, 3-month Fashion Design & Garment Production Training program is now open in Abuja, brought to you by the OSC Research & Creative Foundation, ACT Foundation, and Ishk Tolaram Foundation. Are you a Nigerian youth aged 18–35 with a passion for fashion? This is your opportunity to learn the essentials of fashion design, pattern…

Do you have a promising short film project? A compelling series concept? A film idea that focuses on local stories?Sèmè City Film Lab, created in collaboration with EbonyLife Media, is for you! This one-of-a-kind incubation program, supported by the World Bank, will help you take your idea from conception to production. Over 14 months, the…

Embracing cutting-edge technology is essential for staying competitive in today’s job market. The AI Career Essentials (AiCE) program is designed to provide you with cutting-edge AI skills that can transform the way you work and give you an advantage over others. Are you interested in pursuing a career in technology but unsure where to begin?…

Applications are now open for the African Masterclass Class Series (AMS) 4.0. Africa’s brightest changemakers and transformational young leaders are about to advance their mission, as Ideation Hub Africa launches an initiative to equip thousands of innovators and visionaries with the critical competencies needed to begin, scale, and sustain social impact on the continent. The…

Applications are now open for the FoundersBoost Startup Pre-Accelerator Program – Toronto 2024. FoundersBoost is seeking applications for its global pre-accelerator program, which operates locally and aims to guide pre-seed stage startups to Accelerators, Investment, and Revenue. The program offers high-quality one-on-one mentorship and a large global network to help accepted startups grow. The program…

Applications are now open for the 2024 Commonwealth Youth Awards. Organized and delivered by the Commonwealth Youth Programme, the Commonwealth Youth Awards for Excellence in Development Work aims to recognise and celebrate young people (aged 15 – 29) in the Commonwealth who are spearheading impactful, sustainable development work in their communities. Nomination Requirements The nominee must have…

The Access Bank Youthrive Program is designed to empower, uplift, and accelerate the next generation of young entrepreneurs from across Africa. The program is poised to make a significant impact by reaching over 4 million individuals, providing enhanced capacity, financial empowerment, and fostering invaluable business exchange programs. Access Bank is committed to equipping individuals and…

The Abuja Digital Entrepreneurship Drive is calling all ambitious young minds! Are you interested in: Launching your own business? Building a career in the booming tech industry? Taking your existing skills to the next level? Expanding your business and grow revenue? If so, this is for YOU! We’re offering a FREE training program to equip…

This International Fair Will Benefit Technology Developers, Scientists, Education Institutions, Civil Society, And Public And Private Sector Actors From OSC Member States And The Wider Global South. Aim? To Enhance The Digital Ecosystem And Facilitate Policy Articulation For Endogenous Technology Development. The first edition of GreSFET is scheduled for October 2024. Competition Types Endogenous Technologies…