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”

The Trust for Sustainable Living (TSL) has opened entries for the 2026 International Schools Essay Competition and Debate,inviting young voices worldwide to explore creative ideas on “Sustainability Culture.” The competition, free to enter, provides a global stage for students aged 7 to 18 to express how individuals, communities, and nations can build a culture that … Continue reading “TSL International Schools Essay Competition and Debate on “Sustainability Culture””

ComCashew’s e-MOVE AgriCanvas Fund is a support scheme for emerging agripreneurs in cashew, cacao, maize, or livestock (cattle, sheep, goats) value chains. It enables idea owners to convert knowledge from free e-MOVE courses into fundable projects with real investment potential. Who It’s For:Young entrepreneurs (18+) based in countries that are members of the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific … Continue reading “ComCashew e-MOVE “Build Your AgriCanvas” Fund – Chance to Get €2,000, Mentorship & Tools”

What Is SWIT SWIT is the regional innovation arm of Odu’a Investment Company, focused on driving tech and socio-economic transformation in South-West Nigeria. It supports research-based ventures, deep tech, clean tech, and other high impact startups through acceleration, commercialization of research, strategic investment, and ecosystem building. What the SWIT Accelerator Offers (Benefits) Who Should Apply … Continue reading “SWIT Accelerator For Nigeria Deep-Tech / Research Innovations”

In many African, Caribbean, and Pacific (ACP) countries, agriculture is the backbone of local economies. Yet, many promising micro and small agribusinesses lack the skills, tools, and support needed to scale. The Agribusiness e-Academy is transforming this landscape by equipping young agripreneurs with knowledge, mentorship, and funding opportunities to build climate-smart, investment-ready ventures. Programme Overview … Continue reading “Apply Now: Agribusiness E-Academy Funding Programme 2025 (Up to €2,000 + Mentorship for Emerging Agripreneur)”