Growth Opportunities For Women (29/July/2024)
Access Bank Womenpreneur Pitch-a-ton
Launched in 2019, the Womenpreneur Pitch-a-ton program is the first women-in-business support initiative of its kind in the industry offered by Access Bank’s W Initiative. The program in its maiden edition provided a free mini-MBA certification to 50 women entrepreneurs in Nigeria as well as financial grants worth N9Million to the top 3 applicants. This it did in conjunction with the International Finance Corporation (IFC, a member of the World Bank Group). Subsequently, the program was extended to 10 other African countries where Access Bank’s W initiative has its presence. The program has since awarded the Mini-MBA training to 645 women entrepreneurs and provided over $175,000 in grants across Africa. This year hosts the 6th season of the Womenpreneur Pitch-a-ton in Nigeria and seeks to provide mini-MBA certification to another 120 women entrepreneurs as well as grants worth over N17.5 million Naira. APPLY HERE: https://www.womenpreneur.ng/
SSP – SMEDAN Select Programme
This programme is aimed at empowering MSMEs in Nigeria. It provides support through capacity building, market access, networking, funding, and resources tailored to the needs of participating MSMEs. Eligible Nigerian citizens who own or manage MSMEs across various sectors can apply for the programme, which offers opportunities for training, mentorship, market linkages, and other forms of assistance. APPLY HERE: https://smedan.gov.ng/our-programs/ssp/
LAG-UP Lagos State Youth Upskilling Programme
The LAG-UP Upskill Programme is a visionary initiative aimed to provide youth and SMEs comprehensive support in areas such as digital literacy, entrepreneurship training, access to finance, mentorship, as well as placement for jobs and income generation opportunities. APPLY HERE: https://gfa-tech.com/projects/lagup/
Grooming Endowment Trust (GET) Accelerated program Cohort 3
GETAccelerated, managed by Kick-off Africa, is a dynamic program designed to support and accelerate high-potential startups. We provide financial support, mentorship, networking opportunities, skill development, and market access to help founders grow their ventures and make a significant impact. APPLY HERE: Cohort 3
AIIDEV Africa Teach4SDGs Program – Cohort 5
This 12-week intensive training includes over 10 advanced workshops, lectures, comprehensive readings, assessments, and practical projects designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of school educators in the field of SDGs. Application is open to all Primary and Secondary School Teachers both in Public and Private Schools across Sub-Saharan African countries. APPLY HERE: Teach4SDGs Cohort 5
RETTI X WAVE Solar Panel Installation and Employability Training Program 2024
The RETTI X WAVE Solar Training Program was created to train youths, women, and less privileged persons or students on Solar Power Design, Installation, and Employability Skills to promote access to skilled workers for the energy transition. APPLY HERE: https://waveacademy.formstack.com/forms/solar
Youth Transition Program 4.0
The Youth Transition Program (YTP) is an initiative of Access through the implementation of NerdzFactory Foundation to equip young individuals across South-West Nigeria and beyond with a unique opportunity to be equipped with digital skills and positioned for emerging opportunities globally. APPLY HERE: YOUTH TRANSITION PROGRAM 4.0
PROVIDUS BANK Productivity and Growth Program
The comprehensive program is aimed at enhancing productivity and fostering growth for medium to large-sized companies. With a focus on equipping attendees with valuable insights and strategies, this program will feature a series of lectures delivered by renowned foreign business owners, and experienced mentors in our ecosystem, coupled with immersive visits to leading organizations such as the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) and Providus Bank Headquarters. APPLY HERE: https://gfa-tech.com/productivity-and-growth-program/