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Application Deadline: Juanuary 15, 2026 Applications are now open for the 2026 YALI (RLC)East Africa/University of Iowa Africa Startup Accelerator. The Regional Leadership Center East Africa, in partnership with the University of Iowa, proudly invites applications for the inaugural Africa Startup Accelerator (ASA) 2026. The Africa Startup Accelerator (ASA) is a transformative 3-week entrepreneurship and leadership experience hosted by … Continue reading “The YALI (RLC)East Africa/University of Iowa Africa Startup Accelerator (ASA) Program 2026 for young East Africans (Fully Funded)”

The DBN Innovation Hub is now accepting applications from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises operating across Nigeria’s North West and North East regions. This initiative is designed to support MSMEs with tailored capacity-building, innovation support, and strategic linkages that enable sustainable growth and long-term competitiveness. As MSMEs continue to play a critical role in job … Continue reading “Call for Applications: DBN Innovation Hub Support Program for MSMEs in North West & North East Nigeria”

The Federal Government has launched YouthCred, a new youth-focused credit scheme designed to give gainfully employed Nigerian youths access to affordable loans of up to ₦5 million. The initiative is being implemented through the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP) and targets young workers between the ages of 18 and 39 in both the public and … Continue reading “Call For Applications: FG Youth Credit Scheme (YouthCred) {Up To ₦5 Million}”

The West African Support for Small and Mid-Scale Agro Startup (WASSMAS) is a non-governmental initiative focused on strengthening the agricultural sector by providing grants, technical support, and market access to small and mid-scale agribusinesses. The programme targets key areas of agriculture, including livestock farming, crop cultivation, fish farming, agro-processing, integrated farming, and small ruminants. Through … Continue reading “Call For Applications: WASSMAS Agriculture Grant For Agro-Entrepreneurs ($10,000 Grant)”

Lafarge Africa Plc invites suitably certified Ordinary National Diploma holders for admission into an eighteen-month multi-skilled vocational coaching program covering the next technical disciplines: The program is designed to coach and equip profitable candidates with the talents and perspective to be self-employed/employable within the vocational areas listed above. It is an 18-month technical intensive coaching … Continue reading “Call For Applications: Lafarge Africa Technical Skills Development Program (TSDP) 2026”

The Youth Climate Justice Fund (YCJF) is set to open its 2026 application round, inviting emerging youth-led climate justice and socio-environmental groups to apply for funding support. The Fund is designed to strengthen grassroots and national movements led by young people who are working to advance climate justice, environmental protection, and social equity. Through a … Continue reading “Call for Applications: Youth Climate Justice Fund 2026 Grants (Up to USD 40,000 Grant)”

The Common Fund for Commodities (CFC) is inviting proposals for modern, financially viable projects that strengthen smallholder livelihoods, restore ecosystems, and build inclusive and sustainable commodity value chains in developing countries. This funding opportunity supports initiatives where commercial success aligns with social inclusion and environmental sustainability, enabling farmers and local enterprises to access markets, increase … Continue reading “Call for Applications: Common Fund for Commodities (CFC) Investing in Thriving Farmers, Resilient Ecosystems”