Applications are officially open for the 2025 Tony Elumelu Foundation BeGreen Africa Entrepreneurship Programme. This initiative seeks to empower green innovators and entrepreneurs dedicated to sustainable business solutions.
The programme welcomes applicants who are citizens of specific eligible countries, provided they are 18 years or older. Applicants must verify their age with an official government-issued identification document. The programme specifically supports green business ideas or ventures that are profit-driven, focus on a single business domain, and are the original creation of the applicant. Businesses or ideas submitted must adhere to ethical and legal standards.
Entrepreneurs from Nigeria, Senegal, and South Africa with green businesses, as well as those involved in waste management enterprises in Kenya, are encouraged to apply. For businesses that are already operational, the registration must not exceed five years as of the application date. The age bracket for eligibility is between 18 and 35 years.
Verification and Onboarding
Applicants will undergo a verification process requiring them to submit essential documentation. This step ensures the Promoter can confirm the applicant’s identity, business idea, or existing business status. Applicants who fail to meet the verification criteria will be disqualified and notified via email. Successful applicants, however, will be enrolled in the TEF Business Management Training Programme. Those who do not qualify may still access general business training on TEFConnect and have the opportunity to reapply for future programmes.
