Category: Accelerator
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Microsoft and Gebeya Launch Platform to Upskill 300,000 Developers in 8 African Countries.
Microsoft and Gebeya Inc., a prominent Pan-African tech talent marketplace, have teamed up to introduce the Microsoft.Gebeya.com platform, aimed at addressing Africa’s tech skills gap, nurturing job creation, fostering entrepreneurship, and empowering the continent’s youth with sought-after digital competencies. This collaboration intends to upskill 300,000 developers in eight African countries over the next three years,…
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Global Health Unfiltered Op-ed Competition
This informs the public about the Global Health Unfiltered Op-ed Competition 2024. High-Income Countries, which fails to recognize the contributions of local leaders and communities on the continent. Program Details Make a difference: Your voice can raise awareness about a neglected global health issue and influence change. Develop your writing skills: Hone your ability to communicate complex…
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Chat for Women’s Livelihoods Accelerator Program 2024 for Social Enterprises
Applications are now open for the Chat for Women’s Livelihoods Accelerator Program. An 18-month programme providing training, mentorship and support to 6 social enterprises working to empower women in low-income countries economically. Organisations that increase business skills, provide education, access to digital markets and payment tools, as well as those that provide essential mental health or…
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Apply Now: CIVICUS Digital Action Lab 2024 (up to $30,000)
The CIVICUS Digital Action Lab (DAL) 2024 is now accepting applications.The CIVICUS Digital Action Lab (DAL) initiative equips civil society actors in countries with limited civic space with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to take effective action for inclusive democracy. Real-world pilot initiatives that expand the organizing, lobbying, and campaigning capacities of participating civil society…
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Just Imagine if… (Win £100,000 Research Support For Your Ideas)
just IMAGINE if… mission is to identify and help develop extraordinary ideas that will contribute to or achieve one or more of the United Nation’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. If you are a company, partnership, not-for-profit organisation or an individual with a brilliant idea that requires research input to help it become a reality, we want…
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CcHub-Mastercard Foundation Edtech Fellowship Programme Cohort II for edtech startups
CcHub and Mastercard Foundation are partnering to empower edtech startups who are building tools that enhance learning outcomes and accelerate access to equitable and quality education for Africa’s next generation. Eligibility Requirements Startups must be Africa focused and incorporated in Nigeria. They should be building solutions that address challenges across K-12, tertiary education and vocational skills…
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Nigerian English Language Assistants to teach in France Program 2024/2025 for young Nigerians
Are you a Nigerian French-speaking student? Would you like to become an English Language Assistant in France for seven months? From December 18th until the 19th of January, The Embassy of France in Nigeria is now accepting applications for the position of English language assistant to work in France during the 2024-2025 school year. This program allows…
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THRIVE Academy Agri-Food Tech Pre-Accelerator Program
The THRIVE Academy Agri-Food Tech Pre-Accelerator Program is now accepting applications to help idea stage and pre-seed stage entrepreneurs in the agri-food tech sector. The THRIVE Academy is a 12-week pre-accelerator program for agri-food tech entrepreneurs, early-stage firms, and researchers wanting to commercialize their inventions. The immersive program will assist you in de-risking and validating…
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World Bank Youth Innovation Challenge 2024: Water Solutions for a New Climate Reality
The World Bank Youth Innovation Challenge: Water Solutions for a New Climate Reality aims to accelerate innovation and unleash the potential of the world’s next generation of youth aquapreneurs. The World Bank and its partners welcome all interested and qualified young aquapreneurs to submit proposals for creative solutions to one or more of four global…
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Cancer Tech Accelerator Program – UK
Do you have a game-changing concept or an inventive technology that can help cancer sufferers live better lives? If you answered yes, you should apply for the Cancer Tech Accelerator Program. The Cancer Tech Accelerator funds breakthrough technology that can improve cancer detection, diagnosis, monitoring, and therapy. The accelerator, founded by a collaboration of the…
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Interswitch Job Shadowing Program 2024: Call for Applicants
Applications are now open for the Interswitch Job Shadowing Program 2023. Here’s what you need to know about the program: About Interswitch Interswitch is an Africa-focused integrated digital payments and commerce company that facilitates the electronic circulation of money as well as the exchange of value between individuals and organisations on a timely and consistent…
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Saroafrica Graduate Trainee Programme 2024 for young Nigerian graduates
Saroafrica International Limited is a group driven by excellence. At Saroafrica International, believe in turning challenges stemming from customers’ needs into success stories. Requirements Minimum Second Class Upper Degree (2.1) in Business Administration, HR/ Industrial relations and other related courses from a reputable University Professional certification will be an added advantage. You must have completed…
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Qualcomm® Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program 2024 for early-stage startups
Qualcomm® Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program, an equity-free mentorship program will identify promising early-stage startups keen on applying advanced connectivity and processing technologies to innovative end-to-end systems solutions, including hardware, and provide these companies with business coaching, access to engineering consultation for product development, and guidance on protecting intellectual property. This equity-free mentorship program will…
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Misk Accelerator Program 2024 for seed-stage tech startups
3-month zero equity accelerator program empowering seed-stage tech startups to scale their ventures to the next stages. The Misk Accelerator was formed in 2019 with the purpose of enabling and assisting early-stage tech entrepreneurs both locally and globally that want to operate and expand in Saudi Arabia, the largest market in the MENA region. Since…
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MTN Global Graduate Development Programme – Nigeria 2024
MTN Global Graduate Development Programme We are pleased to announce that the recruitment process for our 2024 Global Graduate Programme has officially begun. We look forward to meeting graduates who demonstrate ambition, drive, and innovative ideas, welcoming them into the MTN family. What the MTN Global Graduate Programme can do for you? MTN’s Global Graduate…
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Call for Applications: EIT Food Competition 2024 for Innovators (Win up to €3,000)
Embark on a transformative journey to revolutionize the Global Food System. Can you imagine the power of your ideas resonating worldwide? We invite you to channel your entrepreneurial spirit and develop fresh ideas! Seize the chance to make a tangible impact and be recognized for your contribution to building a future-fit food system that…
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Apply for Orange Group Management Trainee Program 2023
Submit your application for the Orange Group Management Trainee Program 2023. Orange Group, a rapidly expanding consumer products company based in Nigeria, operates in four key sectors: pharmaceuticals, beverages, personal care, and lighting. As a global diversified consumer goods company, Orange leverages its industry expertise, manufacturing capabilities, and extensive distribution network to bring international products…
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European Union (EU) Delegation to Eritrea Funded traineeship 2024 for young graduates
Are you a recent graduate with an interest in international relations? Are you interested in learning more about diplomatic missions and how the EU Delegation represents EU interests and values in Eritrea? Benefits A traineeship of up to 6 months within the Political, Press and Information (PPI) Section of the EU Delegation to Eritrea, starting in February 2024 , subject…
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Nigerian Women Trust Fund National Institute for Leadership and Ending Violence against Women and Girls 2024
The Nigerian Women Trust Fund (NWTF) is seeking applications from young women between the ages of 18 and 35 to participate in the National Institute for Leadership and Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (NILEVAWG) – a Capacity Building and Mentorship Program designed to empower young women to aspire for leadership and connect voices to…
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Call for Applications: Ideal Urban Futures Competition 2024
Climate change affects nearly every aspect of our lives, livelihoods, our health and our future. It is important for young people to understand how the climate is changing, so that we can prepare for the future. It’s time to cut carbon and improve health in our cities! The competition invites young people to submit art…
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Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Program (Funding, Entrepreneurship Training, Product / Process / Service Design Support)
The Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) gives enterprising women the knowledge, networks, and access they need to launch and scale successful businesses. AWE uses a hybrid model that combines the online platform DreamBuilder (developed through a partnership between Arizona State University’s Thunderbird School of Global Management and global copper mining company Freeport-McMoRan) with in-class mentoring…
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Young Innovative Builders Initiative Programme for young Nigerians
The Young Innovative Builders Initiative programme will showcase and reward innovative projects built by young Nigerians that align with the Ministry’s objectives to grow the digital economy. The top 48 projects in each state and the FCT will receive laptops while the next best 40 will receive tablets. Eligibility Criteria You must be a student in a Nigerian Tertiary…
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Future of Film Africa Incubation Program 2024 for Young Creatives
Future of Film Africa is the result of a collaboration between Sèmè City and Future of Film, the global leader in film innovation. The goal is to discover and support the next generation of content creators, providing them with an exceptional opportunity to bring captivating and original stories to life. Future of Film Africa goes well beyond…
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Call for Applications: Foodtech Innovation Awards 2024
The Foodtech Innovation Awards 2024 recognizes the most innovative proposals that offer a disruptive approach to Customer Experience or Management. Innovative business models or technology that can make a change in the food sector. The organisers believe that the food industry is booming and while online reviews are great, it always helps to have some…
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The Afrinvest Analyst Programme 2024 for young Nigerian graduates
Discover a world of opportunities and discover how TAAP 2024 (The Afrinvest Analyst Programme) will help you progress your career. Through organized learning, frequent feedback, and supportive colleagues, TAAP 2024 will give you with the opportunity to grow and make a difference in your career as a Financial Advisor, Stockbroker, Trust Manager, Investment Manager, or…
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NextechCzar Incubation Program for startups in Nigeria
Moolu Venture Lab and its partners have launched NextechCzar, a business incubation and event initiative in Nigeria. NextechCzar’s major mission is to uncover, recognize, foster, and finance the next generation of iconic inventive ideas capable of promoting economic growth, improving national productivity, and creating job possibilities. The Initiative’s goal is to encourage and stimulate creativity…
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Call for Applications: NTEEP 4.0 Entrepreneurship Empowerment Project
The much anticipated fourth edition of NTEEP is going to provide a golden opportunity for another 500 businesses to join a community of like-minded entrepreneurs. These entrepreneurs will get the opportunity to network with seasoned businessmen and women who can offer essential advice and insights. The program is still dedicated to creating a collaborative atmosphere…
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Ashinaga Africa Initiative Leadership Program 2024 for young African orphans (Fully Funded to study abroad)
The Ashinaga Africa Initiative (AAI) is a global leadership initiative that assists high-achieving children who have lost one or both parents and are eager to return to Sub-Saharan Africa to contribute to the continent’s continuous socioeconomic improvement. The AAI gives full financial support for study at a university in another country (equivalent to an undergraduate…
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Call for Applications: FINISH Mondial Annual San Tech Hackathon 2024 (€5,000 prize)
Harness your creativity and expertise to develop groundbreaking technologies for a sustainable future. The fourth annual Hackathon is here, and this time they are tackling the challenges of greywater recycling for sustainable agriculture and kitchen gardening. The “Greywater Recycling for Sustainable Agriculture and Kitchen Gardening” hackathon aims to promote technological innovation and solutions for treating…
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Apply for PowerUp Entrepreneurship Program 2024 for Young Nigerians
The PowerUp program is a project that aims to empower young Nigerians to become entrepreneurs. It has been established that one of the major causes of youth unemployment in Nigeria is the current high level of skills gap among young people, which makes it difficult for young people to secure decent jobs and build thriving…
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Africa Tech Summit Investment Showcase 2024 in Nairobi
The Africa Tech Summit (ATS) has officially started applications for its renowned Investment Showcase, which will be held in Nairobi on the 14th and 15th of February 2024. The Investment Showcase, now in its sixth year, is an essential venue for African IT ventures to propose new ideas and interact with a global network of…
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Startup Wise Guys Sustainability Accelerator Program 2024 (up to €120K)
Do you have a strong desire to combat climate change and create a more sustainable future? They completely understand your desire to make a significant difference. Welcome to the Climate Change Warriors Program, designed for innovative thinkers who want to impact the future of the planet. Dive into an exciting network of eco-conscious trailblazers, experienced…
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Transforming Nigerian Youths Program for young Nigerians
The Transforming Nigerian Youths initiative intends to build a network of entrepreneurial and management change-makers, primarily among youths and women in Nigeria’s Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) sector. The Young Africa Works-Mastercard Foundation, in collaboration with the Enterprise Development Centre at Pan-Atlantic University, is bringing this initiative to Nigeria. EDC is collaborating with the…
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WeNaija HPV Vaccine Video Contest 2023 (Up to ₦5 Million in Prizes)
The 2023 WeNaija Campaign aims to engage Nigerian youth in boosting awareness and uptake of HPV vaccines through a social media video content creation contest. For this year’s campaign, NSSF invites you to enter the WeNaija Advocacy Video Contest. Submit a 30 – 120 seconds, original video, through your preferred social media platform, sensitizing the…
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UK-Nigeria Tech Hub Social Innovation Driven Entreprenuership Accelerator Program for Nigerians
The UK-Nigeria Tech Hub, an initiative of the UK Government’s Department for Digital, Culture, Media, and Sports (DCMS), has launched applications for a social impact accelerator program to boost the growth of the Nigerian technology ecosystem. The program is specifically targeting startups from 6 Nigerian states, which include Edo, Adamawa, Kwara, Kaduna, Enugu and Osun. The…
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Call for Applications: Africa Startup Law Accelerator 2023
The Africa Startup Law Accelerator will fill the gap by offering an exclusive 12-week virtual program designed to accelerate the business growth, legal setup and compliance, operational capacity, and impact of early-stage and growth-stage entrepreneurs working on legal-tech and justice innovations. Training Program Features The 12-week virtual training program of the Africa Startup Law Accelerator…
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Call for Registration: Nigeria Startup Portal (Startup.gov.ng)
The Nigeria Startup Portal is now opened for applications: Here’s what you need to know about the program. The Nigeria Startup Portal is a portal opened by the Federal Government to unify, empower, and support startups in Nigeria as part of the startup act that was signed into law. The Federal Government has launched an…
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Call for Applications: Africa Matter Ambassador Program (AMAP) 2024
The Africa Matter Ambassador Program (AMAP) tries to break the programmed curse affecting the future of Africa. AMAP is a 12-month virtual African leadership development program, during which successful applicants are provided with capacity development training, cross-continental networks, mentorship from industry leaders, and guided through the implementation of Community Engagement Projects (CEPs). The virtual program…
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The UGANDA – JAPAN Connect Program 2024 for early-stage startup
Are you a budding entrepreneur eager to put your idea to the test? Are you an early-stage startup seeking your first clients and preparing for investment? The UJ Connect Accelerator program is a great place to start if you want to transform your idea into a genuine business. UJ Connect is a project supported by…
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UK ONE Youth Ambassador Programme 2023
If you agree that everyone should lead a life of dignity and opportunity everywhere, then apply for the “UK ONE Youth Ambassador Programme 2023” to make a difference in the fight against extreme poverty! This one-year volunteer programme is ideal for people who are passionate to do more to end extreme poverty and preventable diseases everywhere, want to…