Growth Opportunities for Women (10/March/2025)
HerAfCFTA Program For African Woman Entrepreneurs
Are you a woman entrepreneur looking to expand your business beyond borders and tap into the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)? The HerAfCFTA Initiative is here to support and equip you with the tools, knowledge, and opportunities needed to scale your business across African markets! APPLY HERE: http://bit.ly/herafcfta
African Stars Fellowship YPP, (12 Months Advanced Training in Research, Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Stipends with Placement in Industry)
The Young Professional Program (YPP) is a unique opportunity for aspiring innovators born in or based in Africa to bridge the gap between research and industry. This fellowship program aims to equip young professionals with the skills, knowledge, and expertise needed to drive innovation and entrepreneurship in Africa. APPLY HERE: https://www.starsfellows.africa/young-professional-programme/
Kingdom Business School (KBS) Incubation Program For Entrepreneurs
This is a 12-week hybrid business incubation program designed to equip entrepreneurs with the skills, knowledge, and mentorship needed to start, run, and grow their businesses successfully. Whether you’re launching a new venture or scaling an existing one, this program will provide you with the essential tools to thrive. APPLY HERE: https://shorturl.at/6Drm4
AWIEF Growth Accelerator program For Nigerian Women Entrepreneurs
The Growth Accelerator Programme leverages the African Development Bank’s Affirmative Finance Action for Women in Africa (AFAWA) initiative, which aims to unlock up to USD 3 billion in financing for women-owned/led Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (WSMEs) across the continent. APPLY HERE: https://awief.untapinnovate.com/home-page#prId=333137
Global Youth Climate Training Program 2025 (up to £3000 bursary)
Are you a passionate young leader eager to make a difference in the fight against climate change? Do you want to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to engage meaningfully in international climate policy? If so, apply for the Global Youth Climate Training Program (GYCT) 2025. APPLY HERE: https://netzeroclimate.org/global-youth-training/
BIC Africa Online Acceleration Program 2025 for Women Entrepreneurs
The fifth edition of the BIC Africa Acceleration Program for Women Entrepreneurs will support 30 women entrepreneurs in total, including 20 from the country projects Angola, Comoros, Ethiopia, Madagascar, Somalia, and 10 others from other Sub-Saharan African countries willing to scale their businesses, while contributing to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). APPLY HERE: https://bic-africa.eu/news/bic-africa-acceleration-programme-call-for-applications-2025/
The OPEC Fund’s Young Professional Development Program (YPDP) 2025 For Youths
The OPEC Fund’s Young Professional Development Program (YPDP) is a structured two-year program designed to prepare young professionals from the OPEC Fund’s member countries for a career in global development. We are currently seeking applicants with a passion for and commitment to international development who demonstrate academic excellence and relevant professional experience. APPLY HERE: https://shorturl.at/ot54N
Open Startup International Paper Plane Program 2025 for African Startups
Paper Plane is a program targeting African startups that have an MVP. It aims to provide entrepreneurs with access to pre-seed and seed funding opportunities, exposure in African markets, and the chance to connect with regional ecosystem players. The program equips founders with the tools, mentorship, and market access needed to refine their growth strategies and connect with investors, industry leaders, and key global partners. APPLY HERE: https://open-startup.org/Programs/paperplane
TractionBoost Accelerator Program 2025 (up to $5,000)
Applications for the TractionBoost Accelerator Program 2025 is now open. The TractionBoost Accelerator is a 2-month program designed for early-stage startups that need product testing and customer acquisition support. APPLY HERE: https://shorturl.at/npbvN
2025 Google Hustle Academy Business Bootcamp.
Applications are now open for the 2025 Google Hustle Academy Business Bootcamp. The Hustle Academy is a free, 5-day virtual bootcamp for small businesses in Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa, focusing on building future-proof business success. APPLY HERE: https://rsvp.withgoogle.com/events/hustle-academy