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  • GLF Social Media Ambassador Program 2025

    GLF Social Media Ambassador Program 2025

    Do you want to make a difference on social media? Join a global network of environmental content creators driving action for sustainable landscapes and climate justice.

    Whether you have 500 or 50,000 followers, your voice can spark meaningful change! Apply now for the Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) Social Media Ambassador Program 2025.

    The GLF Social Media Ambassadors program unites diverse voices to shape the narrative on sustainable landscapes by creating impactful content and engaging global audiences.

    With training and connections to leading organizations, these young volunteers receive the skills and mentorship to use their voices for a more sustainable future.

    Benefits

    • As a GLF Social Media Ambassador, you’ll be part of a unique volunteer program where young people shape the global conversation on sustainable landscapes, and drive a dynamic community of changemakers.
    • Get access to exclusive workshops, networking opportunities, and early invitations to GLF events on ecosystem restoration, sustainable finance, rights, climate action, and more.

    Eligibility

    • Applicants should be between 18 and 35 years old;
    • Be motivated to engage and contribute to a global community of changemakers through your own social media channels.

    Application

    Submit your application by November 30, 2024.

    Apply here

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  • Google Growth Academy 2025: AI for Cybersecurity

    Google Growth Academy 2025: AI for Cybersecurity

    A hybrid program designed to support startups using AI to innovate responsibly in the cybersecurity market.

    The program will provide startups with the essential growth skills, internationalization strategies, and Google tools and products to help them scale.

    A three-month program for the most promising startups using AI technology to grow and innovate responsibly in the Cybersecurity space, to provide them with essential growth skills, internationalization strategies, and Google tools and products to help them scale.

    Selected founders will work with a mix of Google and external industry experts in a series of workshops and will receive mentoring across strategy, sales, and partnerships.

    After the initial three months of core content, startups continue to receive product support and mentorship from Google to help them address their challenges.

    The kick-off and graduation sessions will be held in person. The locations will be made public in the coming months.

    Program Summary

    • Type: Entrepreneurs
    • Duration: 3 months
    • Sponsor: Google
    • Eligible Countries: All Countries
    • Benefits: Mentorship, Networking, Google tools and products, Leadership training
    • Deadline: December 3, 2024

    Google Growth Academy 2025: AI for Cybersecurity Benefits 

    • Equity-free support: 3 months of equity-free support.
    • Custom mentoring: Technical consulting, tailored support, and advice from Google mentors and industry experts.
    • Strategic support: Support on company and product strategy.
    • Ad-hoc leadership training: Learn more about effective leadership skills based on knowledge and data shared by Google.
    • Go global: Support from mentors and Google teams on new international opportunities, to expand your business to new markets.
    • Networking opportunities: Meet and connect with fellow founders to grow your network, learn from others, and contribute to a bigger community.

    Requirements

    Program criterias:

    • Seed to Series A startups that are looking to scale internationally.
    • Focused on leveraging AI to address cybersecurity challenges such as prevention, protection, research, and/or threat analysis and sharing.
    • Startups must have demonstrated traction (funding, users, revenue).
    • Startups must have a scalable product or service, with both a significant total addressable market and a defensible growth model.

    Timelines:

    • October 3, 2024: Applications open
    • December 3, 2024: Application deadline
    • December 2024 – February 2025: Interview process
    • March 2025: Cohort announcement
    • March 2025: In-person program kickoff
    • June 2025: In-person graduation

    Deadline: 3rd December, 2024

    Apply Here for Google Growth Academy 2024: AI for Cybersecurity

  • SMEDAN One Local Government One Product (OLOP) Program 2024

    SMEDAN One Local Government One Product (OLOP) Program 2024

    SMEDAN One Local Government One Product (OLOP) Program 2024

    One Local Government One Product (OLOP) is a development initiative focused on driving economic growth and sustainability by identifying and promoting a unique product or industry within each local government area.

    The initiative aims to harness local resources, skills, and potential to create employment, stimulate economic activities, and improve livelihoods within communities.

    Through OLOP, stakeholders collaborate to select and develop a product or industry that showcases the region’s strengths and heritage.

    This program is designed to identify and galvanize rural communities around their natural endowments for wealth creation.

    It also seeks to enhance the technical, technological, and business management skills of MSMEs.

    Program Summary

    • Type: Entrepreneurs
    • Country to study: Nigeria
    • Sponsor: Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN)
    • Eligible Country: Nigeria
    • Benefits: Technical Assistance, Growth in Sales, Market Access
    • Deadline: Not Specified

    SMEDAN One Local Government One Product (OLOP) Program 2024 Benefits 

    • Participants in OLOP initiatives receive various forms of support aimed at developing and promoting a unique local product or industry.
    • This support includes access to technical assistance, capacity-building programs, and market linkages to help scale up their chosen product.
    • Additionally, participants benefit from increased visibility and market access, leading to potential growth in sales and profitability.

    Requirements

    • OLOP targets various stakeholders involved in local economic development, including government agencies, local authorities, community groups, businesses, and entrepreneurs.
    • It is designed for local governments seeking to drive economic growth and sustainability within their areas by leveraging unique local resources.
    • Entrepreneurs and businesses looking to develop and promote distinctive products or industries in their communities can benefit from participating in OLOP initiatives.
    • It is also open to MSMEs in Agri-business.

    Apply Here for SMEDAN One Local Government One Product (OLOP) Program 2024

  • YES Academy Musical Creatives Program 2025 For Nigerians

    YES Academy Musical Creatives Program 2025 For Nigerians

    Are you a singer, songwriter, musician, rapper, or producer in Abuja, between the ages of 18 and 35

    Here’s an exciting opportunity for you! The YES Academy Nigeria is calling on talented creatives like you to apply for its 2025 program, taking place from January 31st to February 7th.

    This FREE workshop offers a week filled with performances, collaborations, and masterclasses, all led by renowned American instructors.

    The theme? Women’s empowerment and equality, inviting all creatives and allies to join the movement.

    Sponsored by the U.S. Embassy Abuja, this program is a unique chance to grow your skills and connect with other passionate artists.

    Please note that accommodation is not provided for those outside Abuja.

    Don’t miss out! The application deadline is November 26th, 2024.

    Apply here

  • FirstBank Fintech Innovators Challenge 2024

    FirstBank Fintech Innovators Challenge 2024

    FirstBank Fintech Innovators Challenge 2024

    FirstBank is hosting its 6th annual Fintech Summit with the theme “Banking on Partnerships”. Scheduled to take place on the 13th & 14th of November 2024.

    It will feature a series of engaging sessions, keynote speeches, and networking opportunities.

    The FirstBank Fintech Innovators Challenge aims to support early-stage fintech startups and foster innovation in the financial services ecosystem.

    The FirstBank Fintech Innovators Pitch Challenge will provide selected startups with intensive training, mentorship, and will feature a series of engaging sessions, keynote speeches, and networking opportunities.

    Fintech Innovators Pitch Program

    As part of this event, FirstBank is launching the Fintech Innovators Pitch Programme to support early-stage fintech startups and foster innovation in the financial services ecosystem.

    Through this programme, FirstBank of Nigeria aims to foster innovation, collaboration, and growth in the Nigerian Fintech ecosystem.

    FirstBank Fintech Innovators Challenge 2024 Summary

    • Type: Competitions
    • Sponsor: First Bank
    • Eligible Country: Nigeria
    • Benefits: FirstBank Assistance, Mentorship, Training
    • Deadline: October 27, 2024

    FirstBank Fintech Innovators Challenge 2024 Requirements 

    To participate in the Fintech Innovators Pitch Programme, applicants must meet the following criteria:

    • Must be an early-stage Fintech startup: Idea stage, working prototype, early traction, early revenue, seed.
    • Will be in Lagos and available for the pitch prep & pitch session (See dates below)

    Benefits

    • The programme will provide selected startups with intensive training, mentorship.
    • All towards the opportunity to pitch their solutions to FirstBank, investors, and industry leaders.
    • Selected winners will receive support from FirstBank to bring their products to market, including strategic assistance, resources, and network access. 

    Timelines

    • Application closes: Sunday, 27th October. 23:59 WAT
    • Selection Announcement: Top 10 applicants will be notified by Monday, 4th November.
    • Pitch Prep: 8th November. In person physical training where facilitators and trainers coach you in refining your deck and presentation, practicing delivery, and ensuring clarity on key points and product features and value proposition.
    • Location will be communicated to selected startups.
    • Pitch Day! 13th November, Summit Day 1. Present in front of a panel of world-class judges with global investors and partners in attendance.
    • Winners announcement: 14th November, Summit Day 2

    Deadline: 27th October, 2024

    Apply Here for FirstBank Fintech Innovators Challenge 2024

  • SheDIRAC Digital Innovation Training for Female Entrepreneurs

    Join our comprehensive digital innovation training program designed specifically for female entrepreneurs (Femprenuers) aged 18-35.

    SheDIRACT, which stands for She Digital, Innovative, Resilience, and Communication Training is a development initiative designed by women, with women, and for women.

    Implemented as a program of Cath-Tech Academy in partnership with AfriPRIME a youth organization dedicated to empowerment through sustainable development.

    This initiative is designed to bring global value to all applicants in the world.

    #TogetherAndBetter Overall Objective To equip femprenuers with digital skills to grow their businesses, enhance competitiveness, and drive economic growth.

    Benefits:

    • Digital marketing, e-commerce, and entrepreneurship skills
    • Networking opportunities with like-minded peers
    • Mentorship and coaching
    • Free certificate upon completion
    • Access to further business resources and opportunities Curriculum
    • Digital Innovation Introduction
    • Digital Marketing – Graphics Design
    • Digital System Creation [E-commerce] – Digital Security Principles

    Eligibility

    • Female entrepreneurs aged 18-35
    • Business owners or aspiring entrepreneurs
    • Interest in digital innovation and business growth
    • Must a passionate, young, vibrant woman dedicated to growth and self-development.
    • Must be able to attend through internet.

    The training is virtual and contains virtual materials that may require an individual with access to data or WiFi.

    Selection: Applications reviewed based on eligibility, business potential, and motivation

    Accepted individuals notified via email by 1 November 2024.

    Successful applicants will be informed of the schedule following the selection process.

    Deadline: 28 October 2024

    Apply here

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  • AfDB Fashionomics Africa Incubator and Accelerator Program 2024

    AfDB Fashionomics Africa Incubator and Accelerator Program 2024

    AfDB Fashionomics Africa Incubator and Accelerator Program 2024 (Up to $6,000)

    Fashionomics Africa, in collaboration with the United Nations Environment Programme, Parsons School of Design, strategic consulting and communications agency BPCM, and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, invites interested African fashion brands to apply to the sustainable fashion online competition.

    The African Development Bank Fashionomics Africa initiative’s third online competition is offering $6,000 total in cash prizes, mentoring, new branding packages and other support for winning African designers of sustainable and circular fashion.

    Entrants must pursue environmentally friendly measures, sustainability, and circular economy actions to qualify.

    The competition targets textile, apparel, and accessories entrepreneurs from Africa, aged 18 years or older, who have launched fashion businesses (up to a maximum of 50 employees), and whose sustainable designs have been produced within the last five years.

    Qualifying applicants will submit pictures of their products, detail their sustainable business model, and explain how their startup is environmentally friendly and innovative.

    Program Summary

    • Type: Entrepreneurs
    • Sponsor: African Development Bank Group (AfDB)
    • Eligible Countries: African Countries
    • Benefits: Up to $6,000 cash prizes, Mentorship, Networking
    • Deadline: October 20, 2024

    Requirements

    • If you have 0 to 3 years of experience managing your business (registered or not), please select the Incubator Program.
    • If you have more than 3 years of experience managing your business (registered or not), please select the Accelerator Program.

    Benefits

    • The designer or design team submitting the “best sustainable design” will win $3,000 and other prizes.
    • Two other competition finalists will take home $1,500 each, plus other support.

    How to Apply for the AfDB Fashionomics Africa Incubator and Accelerator Program 2024

    • Log in to your Fashionomics Africa account if not done yet.
    • Select your preferred language below.
    • Complete the field “how old is your business?”
    • Click on “start my application” and complete the questionnaire that will appear.

    Apply:

    Deadline: 20th October, 2024

    Apply Here for the AfDB Fashionomics Africa Incubator and Accelerator Program 2024

     

  • African Development Bank (AfDB)’s Capacity Building Workshop for Higher Education Institutions (HEIs)

    African Development Bank (AfDB)’s Capacity Building Workshop for Higher Education Institutions (HEIs)

    The training workshop is an initiative of the African Development Bank (AfDB)’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship Lab (The Lab), with funding from the European Commission and the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO).

    The project titled: “Leveraging Research, STEM, Business Management and Training Capabilities of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) and Research Centres for Strengthening Innovation and Entrepreneurship Ecosystem” aims to enhance the enterprise-support activities of African HEIs by sharing best practices and successes within the African ecosystem and fostering collaboration across various regions in the continent.

    Categories:

    • Higher education institutions (HEIs) looking to establish enterprise support organisations (incubators, accelerators, incubation/innovation hubs, research centers) and activities within their institutions.
    • Higher education institutions (HEIs) with enterprise support organisations or research centers aiming to strengthen and expand their initiatives.

    Parameters

    If you want to establish enterprise support organisations (incubators, accelerators, incubation/innovation hubs) and activities within your institution, kindly choose theStart Program.

    If you have enterprise-support activities and want to strengthen and expand these initiatives, kindly choose the Scale Program.

    Apply here

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  • Call for Applications: Join the #DoHardThings at ALX Ventures

    About ALX Ventures

    ALX Ventures is a platform designed to empower Africa’s next generation of entrepreneurs. Whether you’re an aspiring, new, or seasoned entrepreneur, ALX Ventures provides the resources and support needed to launch, accelerate, and scale your startup.

    Our mission is to partner with African talent to solve some of the world’s biggest challenges through innovation, technology, and business.

    What We Offer:

    Are you looking to take your business to the next level? ALX Ventures provides:

    • Mentorship: Gain insights and guidance from industry experts.
    • Paid Interns: Get access to interns sponsored by ALX to support your team.
    • Workspace: A dedicated space for you and your team to collaborate and grow.
    • Global Network: Connect with a community of over 9,000 investors and partners from across the globe.
    • Funding Opportunities: Pitch your startup for potential funding at the prestigious DO HARD THINGS CHALLENGE in Mauritius.

    At ALX Ventures, we’re committed to helping African entrepreneurs thrive and make a meaningful impact.

    Apply here

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  • ACT Foundation 2025 Grant Cycle for Organizations in Africa

    ACT Foundation 2025 Grant Cycle for Organizations in Africa

    Aspire Coronation Trust (ACT) Foundation is a grant making organization established in 2016 to support local, national and regional non – profit organizations working to address challenges and associated vulnerabilities across the African Continent.

    ACT Foundation seeks to promote broad-based participation and partnership with other institutions and/or donor organizations aimed at building sustainable communities that provide innovative solutions to social, economic, and environmental challenges.

    They provide organizations with grants to ensure sustainable action in areas that align with our priority focus areas. We also guide our implementing partners through every step of the grant process so that they are not isolated.

    Successful applicants will be invited to submit a full proposal with a detailed budget for the grants. After a rigorous review by independent consultants, and upon final selection of the proposals, organizations will be formally notified of the next steps.

    Successful organizations from the proposal stage will be notified and invited for Interviews and physical visits if selected for grant award.

    Funding Areas

    The focus areas include:

    • Health: Malaria, cancer (breast, cervical, and prostate), maternal and child health
    • Entrepreneurship: Vocational  education, skills acquisition, financial literacy, and inclusion
    • Environment: Waste management, water, and sanitation
    • Leadership: Youth leadership development, thought leadership

    Only projects within the four focus areas will be considered.

    Eligibility

    • Organizations applying for ACT grant must meet the following criteria:
    • Work within the ACT Foundation’s focus areas of Health, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, and Environment.
    • Be registered with the appropriate legal entity within their respective (African) countries for not less than two years (24 months).
    • Be legally registered as a non-profit organization (GTE/LTD). However, if applying as a social enterprise, the Foundation will only fund initiatives that are not for profit.
    • Show a strong governance structure. Details of the board of directors should reflect in the company’s registration documents. If not, please update.
    • Show evidence of other sources of funding.
    • Have a minimum staff strength of 3 part-time/full-time paid Individuals.
    • Be directly responsible for the preparation and management of the project, i.e. not acting as an intermediary.
    • Program/Initiative must be implemented within Africa;

    The following are ineligible:

    • Individuals
    • Organizations with a history of mismanaged funds
    • Political entities or affiliates
    • Organizations advocating illegal activities or terrorism

    Deadline: November 3, 2024

    Apply here

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