Growth Opportunities for Women (6/January/2025)
The Shecluded x CFYE Dream to Business Incubator Program (Cohort 5)
Are you a woman with a business idea or an early-stage entrepreneur looking to turn your dreams into a thriving business? The Shecluded x CFYE Dream to Business Incubator Program is here for YOU! APPLY HERE: https://bit.ly/40nxKNn
EY Africa Enterprise Impact Program (EIP) 2025
Are you an entrepreneur with an innovative business solution that can disrupt or transform the African Market? EY helps companies thrive and transform by reshaping themselves, experimenting with new ideas and solutions, and scaling for success. We are looking for established black-owned companies located in Africa with innovative and technology-based solutions to join our 2025 Enterprise Impact Program. APPLY HERE: https://startupspace.app/v2/dynamic-survey/view/362/1466
SWEEP Training Program (cohort 2) for Nigerian women Entrepreneurs
Scaling Women’s Economic Empowerment through Affirmative Procurement Reforms (SWEEP) is an initiative focused on eliminating barriers that limit women-owned and led businesses (WOLBs) in Nigeria’s procurement sector. This program will help enhance your affirmative procurement skills and knowledge, greatly empowering women in business. APPLY HERE: https://airtable.com/appeGXzfbAhHghxnJ/shr6xBC9O0QifDbFR
Tony Elumelu Foundation BeGreen Africa Entrepreneurship Program 2025
This program is open to entrepreneurs with green businesses in Nigeria, Senegal, and South Africa, as well as waste management businesses specifically in Kenya. For existing businesses, registration must not exceed five years at the time of application. Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old. APPLY HERE: https://www.tefconnect.com/
Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Program SEED CAPITAL 2025 For African Entrepreneurs (Up to $5000 Grant , Training and Mentorship)
The program, run by the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), is a 10-year, US$100 million commitment to identify, train, mentor, and fund 10,000 African entrepreneurs by 2025. Successful applicants will receive 12 weeks of intensive online training, access to a world-class mentor, and US$5,000 in seed capital to prove the concept, plus access to further funding. They will also gain access to the TEF network of startups. APPLY HERE: https://www.tefconnect.com/
The Godman Akinlabi Enterprise Development Fund For SMEs (Up to N5 Million Grant)
The Godman Akinlabi Enterprise Development Fund, a visionary initiative crafted to redefine entrepreneurship through transformative leadership and national development. Rooted in the principles of empowerment, innovation, and faith-driven impact, this Fund aspires to uplift faith-based entrepreneurs who embody the potential to shape industries and communities alike. APPLY HERE: https://bit.ly/3W7vFm3
AI Safety Fund (AISF) Grants 2025 (up to $500,000)
The AI Safety Fund (AISF) awards grants to speed up analysis efforts that establish potential security threats that come up from the event and use of frontier AI fashions. the AISF additionally seeks to help with technical analysis for AI agent identification verification techniques and AI agent security evaluations. APPLY HERE: https://aisfund.org/funding-opportunities/
Agorize AI Open Innovation Challenge For startups and SMEs worldwide (Up to $550,000 in grants)
Enterprise Singapore and Agorize, the AI Open Innovation Challenge (AIOIC) offers a global platform for startups and SMEs to push the boundaries of AI technology. Whether you specialize in AI for operational efficiency and guest experience, social and environmental impact, or surveillance and security, this is your opportunity to showcase your expertise and drive the next wave of innovation. APPLY HERE: https://open.innovation-challenge.sg/en/challenges/aioic-2024?
Stories x Women Program 2025 for Women Creatives (Fully-funded)
Stories x Women launched in 2022 as a collaborative program between WIA and FIAPF (International Federation of Film Producers’ Associations). The program’s goal is to support access to international opportunities for women creatives from emerging animation communities of Africa, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America and, ultimately, to increase the diversity of voices in animation. APPLY HERE: https://womeninanimation.org/stories-x-women/
Google Internship Program 2025 (Up to $3300 Stipend with training)
Google Internship Program is in line with Google’s aim to start with technology and ends with the user, bringing both together in unconventional ways. Google LLC is an American multinational technology company that specializes in Internet-related services and products, which include online advertising technologies, search engine, cloud computing, software, and hardware. APPLY HERE: https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/jobs/results/
Visa Accelerator Program 2025 for African Startups (Over $200,000 Value)
Unlock your startup’s potential and fast-track your success in the dynamic world of FinTech with the Visa Accelerator Program. This groundbreaking initiative connects Africa’s brightest minds with experienced mentors, cutting-edge technology, and unparalleled investment opportunities. APPLY HERE: https://africa.visa.com/visa-everywhere/innovation/visa-accelerator.html#1
Green Money Project Agriculture Empowerment For young Nigerians in Agribusiness
The Green Money Project is a presidential initiative aimed at empowering Nigerian youth through agriculture. This program is designed to attract, train, and support young individuals in developing their agribusiness potential, fostering value creation and wealth generation across Nigeria. APPLY HERE: https://thegreenmoneyproject.ng/