Applications are open for the 2026 Federal Government of Nigeria 3MTT DeepTech_Ready Upskilling Programme, an initiative under the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) strategy by the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy to equip young Nigerians with advanced technology skills in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and other high-demand deep tech fields. Apply here: https://3mtt.nitda.gov.ng/deeptech/ About the DeepTech_Ready Upskilling Programme The DeepTech_Ready Upskilling … Continue reading “Call for Applications: Federal Government of Nigeria 3MTT DeepTech_Ready Upskilling Programme 2026 — Tech Skills Training for Young Nigerians”
Bridge Seed Global (BSG) has opened applications for its Impact Fund–Driven Accelerator Program, a three-month accelerator designed to support young African startup founders aged 18–35 with equity-free funding, mentorship, training, and global market access. This accelerator targets one of Africa’s most urgent challenges — youth unemployment and limited access to early-stage capital — by helping founders build commercially viable, high-impact businesses that drive inclusive economic growth … Continue reading “Call For Applications: African Cities Innovation Fund (ACIF)2026 (Up to USD 75,000 Grants)”
Bridge Seed Global (BSG) has opened applications for its Impact Fund–Driven Accelerator Program, a three-month accelerator designed to support young African startup founders aged 18–35 with equity-free funding, mentorship, training, and global market access. This accelerator targets one of Africa’s most urgent challenges — youth unemployment and limited access to early-stage capital — by helping founders build commercially viable, high-impact businesses that drive inclusive economic growth … Continue reading “Call for Applications: Bridge Seed Global Impact Accelerator 2026 (Equity-Free £5,000 Funding for African Startups)”
African startups building solutions for food systems, agriculture, and climate resilience now have a major opportunity to scale their impact. Katapult Africa has opened applications for its 2026 Accelerator Program, offering 90 days of intensive support combined with $150,000 to $500,000 in investment for high-potential impact-driven startups. As global population growth increases pressure on food systems and the environment, Katapult Africa is … Continue reading “Call for Applications: Katapult Africa Accelerator Program 2026 ($150,000–$500,000 Investment for Impact Startups)”
Applications are now open for the 2026 iF Social Impact Prize, a global initiative by iF Design that supports projects making a meaningful contribution to improving society. If your work addresses one or more of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and is connected to design, you are eligible to apply. Each year, iF Design … Continue reading “Call for Applications: iF Social Impact Prize 2026 (€100,000 Grant)”
The World Trade Organization Fisheries Funding Mechanism, widely known as the WTO Fish Fund, has opened its second Call for Proposals. The call opened on 2 February 2026 and will accept grant applications until 24 April 2026. The Fish Fund provides targeted financial support to help eligible developing and least-developed country members implement the WTO … Continue reading “Call for Proposals: WTO Fisheries Funding Mechanism (Fish Fund) – Second Call 2026”
The STARTS Prize 2026 — a prestigious innovation competition supported by the European Commission — is open for applications, inviting innovators, researchers, creative professionals, and teams from across the world (including Africa) to submit projects at the intersection of science, technology, and the arts. What the STARTS Prize Is The STARTS Prize 2026 celebrates groundbreaking collaborations and projects that creatively combine science, technology, innovation, and artistic practice to … Continue reading “Call for Applications: STARTS Prize 2026 — €30,000 Award for Creative Tech & Innovation Projects (Open to African Innovators)”
HP Inc. and the HP Foundation invite applications for the Future of Work Accelerator 2026, a six-month virtual accelerator programme supporting organisations that are expanding access to technology, digital skills, and economic opportunities for people at risk of being left behind in the digital economy. This call is open to bold changemakers building solutions that … Continue reading “Call For Applications: HP/HP Foundation Future of Work Accelerator 2026 (Up to $100,000)”
The African Union (AU) Digital & Innovation Fellowship Program is now accepting applications for its 2026/2027 cohort — a fully funded, 12-month immersive fellowship that places young African digital innovators inside AU institutions to work on data-driven, technology-enabled solutions that strengthen governance, public service delivery, and institutional capacity across the continent. About the Fellowship This programme empowers Africa’s brightest digital talents by giving them hands-on institutional … Continue reading “Call for Applications: AU Digital & Innovation Fellowship Program 2026/2027 — Fully Funded Tech Fellowship for African Innovators”
The Women for Zero Hunger Program 2026 — a strategic initiative co-led by WIA Philanthropy and Stop Hunger — is now inviting expressions of interest from African-based nonprofit organisations working to strengthen women’s economic empowerment and food security across the continent. This programme supports impactful, local solutions that help women earn income and improve food systems — a proven pathway to ending hunger sustainably. Who Can Apply The Call … Continue reading “Call for Applications: Women in Africa (WIA) Women for Zero Hunger Program 2026 — Funding & Capacity Support for African Nonprofit Organizations”
