Category: Opportunities

Stanbic IBTC Holdings has strengthened its commitment to youth digital empowerment with the graduation of its fourth cohort under the Digital Skills Empowerment Program (DiSEP) and the induction of the fifth cohort. DiSEP, the organization’s flagship CSR initiative, equips young Nigerians with industry-ready digital and employability skills to bridge the gap between academic qualifications and […]

TurnUp Jigawa has opened applications for the Youth4Local Government Accountability Workshop under the Local Government Accountability and Performance (LGAP) Project. The 3-day workshop is designed to equip young leaders across all 27 Local Government Areas of Jigawa State with practical skills in governance monitoring, budget tracking, civic engagement, and accountability advocacy. The initiative will train […]

If you’re passionate about climate action, environmental policy, or international development — the GCF Internship Programme offers a rare chance to join a global team working on climate finance solutions. GCF, the world’s largest multilateral climate fund, is offering internships at its headquarters in Songdo, South Korea for 2026. This is a unique opportunity to […]

The Blue Food Futures Program (BFFP) has opened applications for its 2026 Research Grant Program, offering emerging researchers and professionals an opportunity to access up to $10,000 in research funding and travel support. The initiative expands ongoing work from the global Blue Food Assessment and the Aquatic Blue Food Coalition, advancing research, policy engagement, and […]

Startups building tech-enabled solutions to address vision and eye-health challenges in Africa can now apply to the 2026 Villgro Africa Eye Health Innovation Accelerator. This programme — run by Villgro Africa in partnership with The Fred Hollows Foundation — offers catalytic funding, expert support, and market access for innovations that improve access to eye screening, diagnosis, […]

The Professor Isa Pantami Foundation has opened applications for a new digital skills empowerment programme that will train 200 youths from Bauchi State in Smartphone Repairs, Artificial Intelligence, and Cybersecurity. The initiative is designed to help young people gain practical, income-ready skills that support self-reliance and participation in the evolving digital economy. This programme aligns […]

OceanHub Africa, the continent’s leading catalyst for ocean-impact entrepreneurship, is now accepting applications for its 2025 Acceleration Program. The program is more than an accelerator; it is a long-term strategic partnership designed to help high-potential startups de-risk, scale, and secure funding while driving measurable impact for ocean health. OceanHub Africa supports for-profit startups that preserve […]

Education technology (EdTech) is reshaping how students learn — but impact depends on smart leadership, policy, and design. The HP Cambridge EdTech Fellowship invites senior education stakeholders and organisation leaders from the Middle East and North Africa to join a five-month programme that equips them with the tools to design, implement, and scale EdTech interventions […]

FOGDEV, in partnership with Access, has officially opened applications for the 2025 Wompreneur Empowerment Program, a three-day intensive virtual training designed to equip women entrepreneurs with the knowledge, structure, and confidence needed to grow sustainable businesses. The program is crafted specifically for women running small and growing enterprises who want to strengthen their business operations, […]

Venture-Z is a startup competition designed for “Generation Z” entrepreneurs — individuals or small teams (up to 5 members) with bold ideas or early-stage ventures. The competition is organized under ICSDI 2026 (the 3rd International Conference on Sustainability: Developments and Innovations). The goal: help young innovators turn ideas into scalable startups, especially those focussed on […]