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Starting and growing a business is an exciting journey, but without funding, even the best ideas can remain just dreams. For many young entrepreneurs, access to finance is the biggest barrier to bringing their innovations to life. Fortunately, across Africa and beyond, numerous organizations are offering grants, funding, and accelerator programs designed to empower … Continue reading “Top Startup Grants and Funding Programs for Young Entrepreneurs in 2025”
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AI for Economic Opportunity Demonstration and Scaling Fund is a major initiative by the GitLab Foundation that supports organizations using artificial intelligence to advance economic mobility and inclusion. Now in its third year, the Fund aims to identify and support innovative solutions that use AI to transform how people access education, employment, and income opportunities. … Continue reading “GitLab Foundation AI for Economic Opportunity Fund 2025 ($250,000 Seed Funding + Technical Support)”
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The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially reopened the registration portal for the 2025 Youth Economic Intervention and De-Radicalization Programme (YEIDEP)— a nationwide initiative designed to empower young Nigerians through entrepreneurship, training, and access to business financing. With grants ranging from ₦50,000 to ₦500,000, the YEIDEP program aims to help youth transition from job seekers … Continue reading “Call For Applications: Federal Government YIEDEP Grant 2025 (₦500,000 Grant for Nigerian Youths)”
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Africa Organisation for Standardisation (ARSO) 13th Continental Essay Competition is inviting African students to share their ideas on how harmonised standards can promote fair, inclusive, and sustainable trade across the continent. The annual competition provides a platform for young Africans to contribute to discussions on standardisation, intra-African trade, and sustainable development. This year’s theme explores … Continue reading “Call for Applications: ARSO 13th Continental Essay Competition 2025/2026 ( Win up to $1,000 Cash Prize)”
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Are you an early-stage entrepreneur in Kenya, Ethiopia, or Uganda developing a digital solution that drives sustainability and climate resilience? This is your chance to accelerate your growth and make global impact. The Digital and Green Innovation Acceleration Programme is designed for bold, for-profit startups using technology to tackle climate and environmental challenges across East Africa. What You’ll Gain:✅ Practical … Continue reading “Call for Applications: Digital and Green Innovation Acceleration Program 2025 For Early-Stage Entrepreneurs”
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Are you a Nigerian startup founder building a solution with global potential?This is your chance to showcase your innovation, gain international recognition, and win amazing prizes! The Pitch Tournament of the French Week 2025, happening on November 10, is now officially open for applications! Startups from across Nigeria are invited to pitch their ideas and … Continue reading “Call For Applications: French Week Pitch Tournament 2025 For Startups (₦1 Million and a Trip to Paris)”
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Applications are now open for the 2025 WAAW (Working to Advance STEM Education for African Women) Foundation Scholarship. The scholarship supports young African women pursuing undergraduate degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), empowering them to excel academically while inspiring other young women to explore STEM careers. About the Program The WAAW Foundation is … Continue reading “WAAW Foundation Scholarship 2025 ($500 Award for African Women in STEM)”
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Table of Contents How to Make Money Online in Nigeria (2025 Ultimate Guide) Introduction: Why Making Money Online in Nigeria Is the New Normal Just a decade ago, the idea of earning a full-time income online in Nigeria seemed unrealistic. Most people believed that you needed to live abroad or work in a multinational company … Continue reading “How to Make Money Online in Nigeria (2025 Ultimate Guide)”
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The Young Futures Funding Challenge 2025 is now open for applications. This funding round supports nonprofit organizations leading innovations at the intersection of AI, youth well-being, learning, creativity, and mental health. The challenge focuses on ideas and programs that help young people aged teens and pre-teens safely, critically, and creatively engage with generative AI. Organizations selected will receive … Continue reading “Young Futures Funding Challenge 2025 – Apply Now for Grants up to US$100,000”
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The Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship on Entrepreneurship provides a unique opportunity for African students and recent graduates, from any academic discipline, to develop their entrepreneurial skills, build ventures with social and financial impact, and join a global network of innovators. The eight-month virtual program is delivered by Queen’s University’s Dunin-Deshpande Innovation Centre and includes … Continue reading “Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship on Entrepreneurship 2025- African Students & Recent Grads”
